'Didn't realize it was Pungja'…TV personality stuns fans with new look after losing 37 kg

Broadcaster Pungja drew attention by revealing her changed appearance after successfully losing 37 kg.

On Thursday, Pungja posted a photo taken with acquaintances on her personal Instagram account.

In the released photo, she caught the eye with a face that appeared noticeably slimmer than before.

Netizens who saw the photo reacted with comments such as "She seems to have lost a lot of weight" and "I didn't recognize her as Pungja."

Previously, Pungja sparked discussion by revealing on the E Channel variety show "Seo In-young's Trendy Oldie," which aired on the 8th, that she had lost approximately 37 kg.

Pungja gained recognition through social media and YouTube, among other platforms, and received the Best Newcomer Award in the female category at the 2023 MBC Entertainment Awards.

At the time, she drew attention for being the first LGBTQ+ broadcaster to receive an award at a terrestrial network's year-end entertainment awards ceremony.