IVE's Jang Won-young's "Crossed Arms" Controversy Reignites as Staffer Praises Her Professionalism

IVE member Jang Won-young (장원영) has previously faced "attitude controversies" due to her demeanor in certain public settings. However, a recent revelation from an entertainment industry professional, who claims to have worked with her on set, has shed light on her private work conduct, praising her by saying, "Working with Won-young is incredibly easy." This behind-the-scenes evaluation has since gone viral online.

The netizen, who identified themselves as an entertainment industry staff member, recently shared their firsthand observations of Jang Won-young's work ethic and detailed her approach on set. They began by stating directly, "Working with Won-young is genuinely easy."

The staffer revealed Jang Won-young's impressive efficiency, noting, "A three-hour photoshoot schedule, she completes in just 40 minutes." They added that she would proactively move to her designated mark and adjust her posture for the camera without needing reminders from the production team.

Beyond efficiency, the staff member also lauded Jang Won-young's professional attitude and work ethic, stating that she "clearly separates her public and private life," allowing her to fully immerse herself in work without distractions. They also praised her for being "very clear in expressing her opinions," which made collaborations smooth. Finally, they described her using the industry slang term "yarikkiri master."

"Yarikkiri" is a Korean workplace slang term referring to a worker's ability to complete assigned tasks quickly and accurately, emphasizing both efficiency and completion. This stands in stark contrast to some celebrities who might be late, cause delays, or exhibit poor work attitudes on set.

Following the exposure of this behind-the-scenes evaluation, many fans commented in support of Jang Won-young, saying, "Won-young has always been smart and professional," affirming her commendable work ethic.

However, this "industry praise" has also garnered increased attention due to Jang Won-young's past attitude controversies. In June, while departing from Shanghai, China, Jang Won-young was photographed with her arms crossed while handing her passport to staff at the immigration counter. This drew criticism from some netizens who deemed her posture inappropriate.

In July, footage of her listening to a guide at Everland with her arms crossed also surfaced, sparking further discussion. At the time, some felt her "listening posture was regrettable," while others defended her, suggesting that crossing her arms was merely a personal habit and shouldn't be overanalyzed, leading to a divided public opinion.

Now, with a staff member publicly commending Jang Won-young's efficiency and professionalism on set, it has reignited discussions about her differing personas both on and off camera.

Currently, IVE is in the midst of their second world tour, "SHOW WHAT I AM," with the final stop scheduled for September 13 in Taipei. Additionally, Jang Won-young will collaborate with fellow group member An Yu-jin (안유진) to host the "Hello" exhibition, an event also highly anticipated by fans.