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This is a rough translation of a portion of this Arena Homme article. Translation credits: @timetoloveee + https://www.facebook.com/JiyeonTaraCutieGirl Translated article: http://pastebin.com/CUDAbDvz

I think people might be overreacting. It's a departure from her "cute" image but there's nothing scandalous happening and "sexy Jiyeon" isn't an entirely new concept. People don't seem to have many problems with "Jiyeon's sexy back" thread either. Fans seem ok with this too: It's certainly nothing on the scale of what Girls' Day, Rainbow or Nine Muses does on a regular basis. What stands out to me is that the media is interested, reviewers glow about the performance, and near everyone is eagerly anticipating Jiyeon's debut which is nothing short of a fantastic thing for Jiyeon, T-ARA and their fans. Edit: From the interview it kinda sounds like she wasn't big on showing skin so that makes me feel bad for her but Jiyeon is strong and has a good attitude.

Totally in agreement with you in how Jiyeon is being portrayed in these pictures. I'm just a little concern on the whole direction in how they promoting Jiyeon's solo debut. Just by looking at the pictures above, the focus seems not to be on Jiyeon but more on her physical assets. Don't get me wrong. I am not against a bit of sexiness in promoting one's image. But the picture of her in that top clearly shows that the focus is not on her but rather is more on her chest. So, are we promoting Jiyeon the KPop star or Jiyeon's body? Executives within CCM really need thread carefully on this whole sexy concept. This whole idea of sexualising Jiyeon's image in order to create hype and excitement may just cheapen her solo effort by creating focus and attention in all the wrong areas. Worse still, invite scorn or backlash from haters. Let's recognise Jiyeon for her talents and skills. More importantly, there is no need for Jiyeon produce titillating pictures just to bring in the crowd. And if some art director says you need then maybe they are focusing on the wrong crowd. Since the debut of T-ara, she has done very well by herself to become one of the more popular members in T-ara without resorting to such means to sell herself. To be fair, this is not Jiyeon's doing. It's the concept that has been decided by the company for her solo debut. I just hope the image goes well with the songs. Hope it all works out well.

About time. Awesome news. 🎉🎊🎉 She is so talented and such a hard worker. She deserves all of the success she is having. I hope this leads to other opportunities for her and the rest of the members. Congratulations Eun Jung!!!

[14.04.15] Eunjung cast as the lead female role alongside Lee Jangwoo in new movie "The Boss Begins"! Great news for Eunjung fans today! After three years, we will finally be able to see our Baekgu going back into acting through the new film "The Boss Begins" (director Park Seunghyun)! On the 15th, an official for the movie revealed to Asiae, "T-ara's Eunjung has joined the production of 'The Boss Begins' alongside Lee Jangwoo and Son Hojoon." "The Boss Begins" follows the trilogy of the 2001 film "My Boss, My Hero", 2005's "My Boss, My Teacher" and 2007's "The Mafia, The Salesman". Park Seonghyun, the director of the movie "Three Kims", will be the director of "The Boss Begins". Eunjung previously had roles in the dramas "Coffee House" and "Dream High" as well as the movie "White: The Curse of the Melody". In 2011, she appeared in MBC's "We Got Married" as the virtual wife of Lee Jangwoo and now she will appear again with him through the new movie. For the past three years, Eunjung has focused only on T-ara's activities. This will be her first lead role since "White". "The Boss Begins" is aiming for a summer release. *** Source: http://www.asiae.co.kr/news/view.htm?idxno=2014041510211500701 Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

Relax a little. Jiyeon has already released images from her MV so we know what to expect. These photos are not indicative of how she is going to appear in her performances.

Well, they already told us it will be a different image from T-ara and this is different. This maybe an unpopular opinion, but I see no problem with CCM decision. Hyomin already posed in her underwear too, so this is nothing new. I never expect Jiyeon to stay all cutesy for her whole career. She is an adult woman now, this much is expected.

http://instagram.com/p/m9yOx7QWij/ 생일 축하해주셔서 감사해요ㅎ 잊지않고 축하해주셔서 기분좋은 생일 보내구있네요! ㅎ : 제 바램은 다음생일은 함께 축하하면서 파티하는건데 그럴수있도록 노력해서 컴백 하겠습니다.!! Thank you !! S2 S2 ありがとございます( ω^ )s2 G-Translate CR: Lee Areum + CptFantasy + tiaradiadem

Its good to hear that she's doing great! ^^ She's still under CCM, right?

Jiyeon could pull off any image and concept ~ But, showing too much skin...is it really needed? Huh? CCM? I hope Jiyeon is comfortable. More power bb dino ~ ^^ We are always here for u! ^_~

Wow she looks stunning! The buzz around her debut is pretty intense. Exciting times for T-ARA and fans!

Happy birthday to areum . I thinks the rumor that says she is sick are wrong and nonsense .. . Happy birthday

OOOOOOOOOOOO MMYYYYYY I'm so happy for our Baekguuuuuuu ^__^ It's been a while!!!!! finally i wouldn't have to complain about missing her anymore, heheh

waaaaaa myyy eunjung is back on the field she really love...she deserve the movie and no wonder she's not included on those who will debut solo becoz of this movie and gezzz with jangwoo I miss there chemistry I knew it they will really work together again heol~~~ Thank Gof for this blessing for ham I hope there's more coming

Can anyone say DAEBAK?!!!! It is about time! This girl is talented and we finally get to see her again. I'm so glad her very busy schedule has a gap so that she can act again!!!!

Can there be better news than this!!!!!!!!!!! I am screaming all over my head now !!!!!!!!!!! Eun-jung HWAITING!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And with JANG-WOO. Oh my god!!!!!!!!!!

omg...omg i so happy for eunjung ... i really miss her act so much... omg omg omg ham eunjung act again.. i am really happy over the moon.. this is really awesome news .. this news make me smile all day.. congratulation baby girl