In a recent 'Jae Friends' episode, first-generation K-pop icons Son Ho Young and Park Joon Hyung discussed the evolution of the current generation of idols.

The trio, including Kim Jae Joong, delved into their experiences from their early days in the entertainment world and compared them to the present idol industry landscape.

Son Ho Young shared how challenging it is to differentiate between idol voices in today's music, highlighting the lack of distinctiveness compared to the past. Kim Jae Joong concurred, emphasizing the difficulty in identifying individual members solely based on their singing.

The conversation sparked a wave of reactions among Korean netizens, with many agreeing with the observations:

- "So true." - "Recognition comes with familiarity." - "SM groups do have a unique sound." - "It's a matter of familiarity with the members." - "1st-gen idols had a different level of individuality."

Reflecting on the ongoing changes in the idol scene, discussions ranged from the impact of auto-tuning to the current trend of less distinguishable idol voices. Despite differing opinions, the consensus highlighted the importance of familiarity in recognizing idol voices and the distinctiveness of certain idol groups.

Amidst these discussions, news of Alex's divorce four years ago resurfaced, shedding light on his amicable settlement.