#anyways i do quite like the trainees that were choosen

[stay-dreamie]

protected my peace by not watching bp999 as it was airing because i just KNEW jay was not going to make it again

[rkkangjoon]

//mock interview nov’17 eval  |  skj solo

He sat face to face to the mentor who told him to pretend that they didn’t know each other. Task was to reply to the questions, trying to be as concrete as possible without damaging his own image. Kang Joon had no idea how to remain himself without saying things he might not mean. Sounded hard. The other male began rustling with his stack of papers before lifting his voice, as if he was a reporter to get to know about him.

Please introduce yourself before we are starting with the questions.

Kang Joon lifted himself up from his seat and bowed, smiling brightly. “Hello, I am Royal’s White Lotus Seo Kang Joon. Pleased to meet you.”

Q1.“Your real name isn’t Seo Kang Joon, it is Lee Seunghwan instead. So what’s the reason behind your stage name Seo Kang Joon?”

He hummed, most people didn’t even knew Seo Kang Joon wasn’t his real name. He often introduced himself as Lee Seunghwan but rather liked it to be called Kang Joon. Most people called him Kang Joon anyways, there were just few like his grandmother or his cousin or his ex who called him by his birthname. “Well, there is a sunbaenim who is called Lee Seunghwan…. I felt like I couldn’t dare to become an idol while holding into this name without the pressure to surpass him. At the same time I was afraid to dirty his good name if I were to fail. That’s the only reason. I am not ungrateful towards my late parents, and I will never forget the name they gave me. ”

Q2. “Please name 3 things that describe you the best.”

He leaned back, before replying. “Spectrum, cheesy & cheeky.” The male’s lips formed into a wide grin. “I may look innocent, but there is much more to learn about me, so I guess spectrum is a good word to choose. There are a variety of sides to learn about me. I am a hopeless romantic and sometimes even I found myself pretty cheesy.” The mere grin turned into laughter. “And people often tell me I’m bold because I tend to do things differently from what you would expect.”

Q3. "What do you think about Royal Survival? Who is your favorite and why?"

This was one of the questions he had expected, since the show was drawing Royal Ent. into the focus of citizens right now. The male straigthened his limbs and his back, a hand tabbing on the table between the two of them. "Well, actually there are quite a few people I am cheering on. But if you ask me to choose one favorite it would be definitely be Elly. She is one of my closest friends, so I know about her skills and talents. I think people should just focus her because of that, nothing else.”

Q4. " How was it for you to co-host the Survival show? Is hosting one of the things you want to do as idol?

Nodding in agreement, Kang Joon replied: "I was pretty nervous but at the end of the day I was glad I received the chance to host the show. The Royal show represents our female trainees, so Baekhyun and me could remind Korea about Royal's male trainees as well. It was a good experience and a great opportunity! I would definitely host again, if I received another chance. But acting and modeling are something I want to do as Idol as well." He was thankful for the chance, and he needed to make sure to thank Jisub sunbaenim later.

Q5. “If you have to choose: Who is the most handsome and who the most beautiful among Royal trainees?”

Seemed like a question to provoke him, he thought. “How do you choose the fairest flower in a Royal Garden?” He returned the question with a cheeky smile. “I think our visual line is pretty strong among other companies, and I actually don’t think there is someone who is better looking than the other. But if you want me to choose, I think Baekhyun is easy on the eyes... When I was next to him on stage, I couldn’t take my eyes of his side profile. He has cheekbones one could be envious of... and still has this pure charm that pulls one closer to him and his adorable smile.” Kang Joon nodded. On the other hand he was facing a dilemma, when he was about to choose a pretty female. If he were to follow his guts he would have definitely called out for Rose, but there was no way he could actually do that considering the two of them could easily get under fire again. And choosing Dahye he also had somewhat of a special bond to, and whose beauty he personally adored almost as much as his exgirlfriend’s, would possibly cause a stir as well. Either way, it was troubling for him and the choosen female. “And for the females... I vote for Elly once again!” He shortly said, it was obvious the two of them were close friends, so there was no way one could misunderstand their relationship. “Her mature looks make her stand out, it’s something one has to be born with.”

Q6. “Talking of Baekhyun... During your participation at the MGAs there was a scandal regarding same sex love. Please tell us your thoughts on controversial topics such as homosexuality.”

The question stabbed him right into the chest, as he knew how Korea was a very traditional nation and this kind of topic was a bit of a taboo. Maybe it would be better to stay low, swallowing down his opinion. But that would mean to deny his true self, even though Kang Joon wanted to show the world who he really was. “I’m not against it. I rather support it. And I hope there will be a day, when South Korea can support and accept same sex love as well.” He was bisexual after all, so how could he ever hate on those who loved the same gender? He himself had experienced it before.  “I don’t believe anyone has the right to intervene the love of two humans. Whoever you love, it’s still love.”

Q7. “Does that mean you would date a man?”

He blinked, perplexed after hearing the mentor’s question. He couldn’t really believe what he just heard, the other man was much more pushy than he expected him to be. “Life is busy enough, even without dating.” Kang Joon replied, mistrustful gazing at the other’s eyes. The male wouldn’t give him a chance to be alarmed about Kang Joon’s relationship status, unlike at the beginning of his trainingship. He had learned from his mistakes. “And please refrain from sounding disgusted by that thought, it’s nothing bad.” A dangerous glint flickered in his amber coloured eyes.

Q8. “Fine... Then please tell me what kind of concept do you hope to debut with?”

Brushing through his light brown hair, he averted his amber coloured gaze for a short moment in order to collect his words. Kang Joon wouldn’t show his anger about the rudeness from the older man. This wasn’t the time. “It would be awesome to debut in a co-ed group, if you ask me.” He laughed a fake smile. He had no idea what he was actually talking about since he had never really thought about a group concept before. “Having to balance between female and male aspects we wouldn’t do too strong or too cute concepts I believe… I rather feel like we could pursue a deeper concept, which tells stories to the listeners instead of only capturing them with alluring looks or ear-catching melodies.” Kang Joon was suprised about himself for sounding self-confident and prepared, but he supposed his improvising skills weren’t as bad as he thought.

Q9. “And if you could choose trainees from all companies, who would you want to create a co-ed group with?”

“Oh that’s a easy question. I would love to be with my friends because I know we could enjoy ourselves while having the strongest teamwork. They are like my family, so I believe we would be the coolest gang out there!” Excited he blurred out, without trying to make him sound calmer and more elaborate. “KT has Aron and Gary, those would be my male buddies. Aron could be the talented allround pretty boy, while Gary would be the calm big brother with mad dog rapping skills. And if Elly wouldn’t win the Survival show, even though I am most certain she will, she would be the strong and cool female counterpart to him, independent and in charge of the sexy charm. Since there are three males we would need two more girls and there won’t be better choices than Sphere’s Minhee and Nova’s Wendy. The two of them have bubbly personalities, as Minhee is super attentive and caring and Wendy is gentle and kind and sweet to everyone. Also their charming harmony would serve the vocal parts of our group well. And I for my part would be the dumb visual who could take care of acting and variety.” His eyes glinted in excitement, when he imagined things. The mentor blinked before nodding in agreement. “Oh! And other choices for a group would be Rose, Dahye, Soohyun, Jihyun and Yooa… wait…” The male cover his eyes with one hand, while cackling. “This isn’t a co-ed group anymore… I suppose I could try be part of a girlgroup as well.” He joked which made the mentor laughing out as well before telling Kang Joon to move on to the next question.

Q10. “What kind of advice would you give new trainees coming in to your company?”

The male scratched his chin, before looking right into his mentors eyes again. “They should think about a flower name beforehand.” Kang Joon laughed about his own answer, as he remembered how he had struggled to find a good flower name for quite some time. “And please enjoy the stay here.”

[watchingovernuest]

【ARTICLE】☆ BNTNews Japan Interview Special ‘2 Years Anniversay’ ☆

Q: You were guests on the [Sapporo Snow K-POP Festival 2014] in Sapporo in February. How was the Snow Festival?

Baekho: I have been to the Snow Festival when I was a trainee. Can’t say that it was to the same as that time, but it was close to that scenery.

Minhyun: In my case, I didn’t go (to the Festival) when I was a trainee. Because I just had entered the company. So only Ren, Baekho and JR have been out and they were were proud to overspill. This time I was looking foward to it very much this time, I could watch beautiful scenery, and as I expected, it was really good.

Q: You also held ‘NU’EST Special Event - Talk & Autograph session’ in Tokyo. Are there any places you would like to go in Japan?

Minhyun: Oh there is one.

Aron: Sukiyaki. As usual. Last time we went out together for like 4, 5 times I guess.

Minhyun: All members like to eat something everytime when going out. Then, we make sure to stop by the Tower Records in Shibuya.

Baekho: Every time I go out, I make sure to stop by the Tower Records. And I ate for the first time curry soup, and I think I’m going to eat that everytime from now on.

Q: Please tell me what you always wanted to do, what you haven’t done already in Japan?

Minhyun: I want to go to the Disneyland with the members. We haven’t done that yet.

JR: For me, I want to give an concert in a larger venue, that’s what I want to do the most right now.

Q: Do you aim the Tokyo Dome?

JR: First from a Arena (to another Arena). Gradually aiming the better one little by little.

Baekho: Right. When a dream is too big, it is vague and that it comes true is unlikely.

Q: On MBC’s [Show! Music Core] 400th Episode special feature stage, Ren crossdressed and it became the topic. How did you like it? How were the reactions of the members?

Ren: Well, everybody were surprised. I looked good, so there were reactions like to be unpleasant, and various other. This Crossdressing thing became a more hot topic than I expected. But therefore I was anxious about that image being a girl. I think that’s all’s interesst. Well, I had no feeling of being rejected. And I also have now long hair….it was fun!

Q: So, I will listen to the members now! Be honest, who was the prettiest of the Boy’s day members?

(All answer immediately) REN!

Minhyun: Of course though all the other members were pretty, but for Ren, his body is slim, and his face is pure. I think he was the prettiest.

Q: Minhyun who challenged acting for the first time in [Reckless Family season 3], how was it?

Minhyun: It was difficult. It was definitly harder than my dayly job as a singer. But I wanted to try out acting, and that I got casted was a good opportunity. And I was able to be conforfabe during shooting because it was a sitcom. I think it was a really good experience for me.

Q:To all members, did you watch the broadcast of Minhyun?

Baekho: I watched it.

JR: I teased him.

Minhyun: Really, the members imitated me all the time after watching. It was a bit stressfull for me for a while.

Q: The next question goes to Baekho. Please tell us 3 points of your charm you can think of by yourself.

Baekho: I’m handsome and I’m clever.

Minhyun: More clever than I thought.

Baekho: I’m not only handsome, but also clever.

Minhyun: Then tell me from your career when you was a kid.

Baekho: I was also working as a student president, also I have a tertiary qualification in word processing. (laugh) Also I was first place from the whole school when I was in elementary school.

Minhyun: It is a little contrary to your appearance but you have got such an career (laugh).

Baekho: After that, another thing, I have a good body.

Q: What are you doing to train your body usually?

Baekho: Recently I’m doing cross fit with Minhyun. It’s fun. But it’s quite hard to wake up in the morning.

Minhyun: I don’t have to go for any morning schedule. But it’s fun.

Baekho: Minhyun can’t keep up with me. No, just kidding. (laugh)

Q: JR, are you recently addicted to something?

JR: As hobby I watch Anime. Rather than being addicted, it feels like as it became to my daily routine in my life, because I watch too much. I also collect these plastic figures. It’s not nesseary to buy these, because I get alot send from fans. I display all I have, but now also it’s full. If I get any more I need place to put them, or else some get eliminated.

Q: Aron you have been working for almost a year now as a DJ of a radio show. How is it to work alone and away from the members?

Aron: I’m good, since the fans only concentrates on me (laugh). Anyway, Minhyun appears throughout on friday as guest, and it’s scheduled that Baekho make a guest appearance on monday from now on too. Therefore please expect alot from now on~

Q: Well, today is white day! Are you all the type of guy who can confess to the person you love first?

Baekho: Today is white day?

Minhyun: You didn’t know? I told you alittle while ago.

Aron: I didn’t know too. I got to know it on my radio today, I was like ‘Oh today is white day’.

Ren: I liked a girl in elementary school, and I confessed first.

Baekho: In elementary school? You’re a man. I’d also confess first.

JR: I’d confess first too.

Baekho: Seems to be just something straight.

JR: I’ll confess to her , if she seems to accept me. I confess after she letting her like me.

(Q: is it strategic?)

JR: Being clever is a good thing. (laugh) Won’t you get hurt, if you confess blindly (thoughtless) and getting rejected? That’s why I first let the girl like me and then I confess.

(Q: A Method to be liked?)

JR: Having a handsome face (laugh).

Minhyun: Everybody is full of confidence nowadays. Oh, I think you confess first because you are a man. Also I think you need to make that atmosphere first before you confess.

Aron: Well, I think so too, that if you going to confess first, you prove you are a man. I think that I would also do confess after I made that atmosphere. But it will be also good if the women confessed first. Well, don’t you think that the most matching is a confession from a man?

Q: Because everyone said you would be the one to confess first. How would you confess?

Ren: I think I’d send her a letter. Her parent’s wouldn’t possibly read it or?

Aron: I would first get in contact with her, if I like her. And then say “Would you go on a date with me?” If the date is over I’d confess to her.

Baekho: For me, If I come to like someone there is nothing else needed to be said, besides being together.

Minhyun: Aren’t you shy or something, Baekho?

Baekho: Yeah I may be shy.

JR: Um, to be honest, since I’m shy, I would send her a message.

Aron: Oh my god 

Baekho: Why? Even if the message is good…

Minhyun: I’d confess while singing a sweet song.

Baekho: What if you loose your voice?

Minhyun: I’d still look pretty then.

Q: Then, who do you think would be the most gently to the person among the members?

Aron: Ren!

Ren: Did you mean me?

Aron: Oh, I’m not. That’s the answer from Ren. It’s me right, it’s me. 

Ren: Well then, each of us should pick a person other than ourselves. Cause I feel like all of us would choose themselves.

Aron: We likely choose ourselves right.

JR: Because I also intended to choose myself. But let’s pick a different person. Aron: Um….if that’s the case, I will pick Minhyun? I dunno, but seems to be very gentle.

Minhyun: I pick Ren. Because Ren is a member who is through of self-magagement, so he will will spend all his time with her.

Ren: But, I think I’m really like that. I really like doing this.

JR: I also choose Ren. Ren seems to be able to enjoy the same hobby as her. I think it’s the communication, like having that feeling that he seems to be able to talk honestly and confidently about something with her?

Baekho: I think Aron hyung gonna be gently with her. I don’t know why but I feel like he will.

Aron: Baekho’s feeling is good. His sense is good.

Ren: I, JR. I have the feeling when watching him, he seems to be gentle.

Baekho: Wait, why didn’t I get choosen by anyone?

Aron: Then I will change to Baekho.

Ren: JR is usually always gentle.

JR: I’m usually gentle to Ren.

Ren: No, I’m sure I can’t be said like that but you seem to be gently to her. Just don’t watch a Anime together with her.

JR: No, I don’t do that~

Ren: You better enjoy a different hobby, as well.

JR: Got it.

Q: If you would be a female, with whom out of the members would you go out with?

Ren: I choose Baekho. There is no particular reason. He is just manly.

Baekho: To be honest, I don’t want to choose anyone of them. Because I know them all too well.

Minhyun: Then let’s assum as we know nothing from each other, and just choose by the face.

Baekho: By face? Then I choose Minhyun. But it still feel like I choose Minhyun.

Minhyun: It’s like having a crush.

Baekho: Might be like this. Minhyun is also tall, and handsome.

JR: To be honest, I…

Minhyun: Why? Are you worried about this?

JR: I don’t want to date anyone of the members if I were a woman.

Minhyun: Assume, that we met for the first time withought knowing our personalities.

JR: None of your faces is my favourite.

Baekho: Then what type of man do you like?

JR: Someone as GD. But I’m not going to choose him.

Ren: So cool~

Minhyun: I, Baekho. Because Baeho loves to eat, I get to eat everytime when going out with Baekho a delicious meal.

JR: Don’t you gain weight then?

Minhyun: I’d be happy with a full stomach, even when I become fat at some time.

Baekho: Through the members are unaware of the fact, that I am good at cooking - If I see the receip I’m able to cook everything.

Minhyun: Such as a lobster?

Baekho: I’m not so good yet.

Aron: For me, Ren. Ren is quite talkactive so being with him is a lot of fun I think. Baekho: It would be fun going out with Ren. Like going together to do our nails.

JR: When watching a drama there isn’t any scene like hanging out together in a beauty salon together.

Baekho: Then let’s go all together~ 

Source: BNTNews Japan

Translated by WatchingOverNuest

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