The Trashy PD Has To Survive as an Idol - Chapter 177

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177

[Title: A Year and a Half Brief Review of The Dun]

Lol, I never thought I’d end up writing something like this
Anyway, after Shining Star ended, it looks like there’s been a ton of new people coming in, so I figured I’d write up a quick review

I’ve been here for about a year and a half, though I’m not sure if that even counts as “brief,” but anyway, before you read this—warning!!

*These guys have a ridiculous amount of controversies surrounding them..
I’m putting that out there first

Lately, The Dun seems to do a lot of marketing around how “clean” and “fun” they are.. but it’s not false advertising. They actually seem pretty decent
The fans too—wherever they picked up their experience from, there’s plenty of passion, but they generally respect boundaries
But there are a ton of controversies around them
If you can’t handle that and don’t want the stress, just hit backspace and leave

*Other idol group mentions/comparisons included (Black Call, The Dun, etc..) If that bothers you, leave

If you’re fine with it, keep scrolling

The group members themselves work really hard, but their first album flopped pretty badly & since they debuted at an older age, they’re really good to their fans
Honestly, at first it seemed like business, but over the year and a half, you can see they’ve gotten pretty close

1. Sung Ji-won (24) Main Vocalist

The future of K-pop vocals, succeeding Black Call’s Chae Jung-woo

Long-time trainee at D.go, and apparently used to be the center position for The Dun before they fell off.. well, you can tell from looking at his face, and he dances well too
His vocals though;; seriously, even now it’s insane, but comparing him from a year ago to now, his growth rate is insane. At his current level, he’s genuinely top-tier

Personality?? There’s a saying that if Sung Ji-won’s kindness is fake, then you might as well stop believing in humanity

Even I initially thought, lol, this guy’s got serious fan service going on, but honestly, if this bastard is putting on an act, the world might as well wipe out half of humanity. His kindness is a different caliber from just being stupidly nice.. it’s genuine
(Though it does seem like that might be limited to the members and staff.. I’m not really sure since Sung Ji-won doesn’t really go out much anyway)

At first, his mental state wasn’t quite this resilient—he seemed a bit fragile back then. But it looks like he’s been tempered by experience. These days, his spirit is incredibly strong. He’s definitely The Dun’s ace.

2. Kim Sung-hyun (24) Leader Main Dancer

Shining Star’s definite pick Muggle Pick 1
Among K-pop otaku, there are probably a lot of people who got into The Dun recently after watching Kill the Light’s fancams. But after seeing radio appearances or B App content, people are shocked by how genuinely pure his personality is.

Looking at his face, I thought he’d be indifferent to those around him and a lone wolf type. But he’s actually quite gentle and considerate. It doesn’t seem like an act either.

Maybe because he’s been through so much hardship, whenever there’s controversy, he just stays silent and endures it. But when something good happens or if something’s wrong with the members, he cries—that’s why he has the nickname “Water Man Leader.” I heard he has quite a few younger siblings… Among the members, he gets pushed around and bullied lol. Honestly, how easily he falls for things and how bad he is at acting is kind of cute lol.
I heard you have a lot of younger siblings… you get pushed around and ganged up on by the members around you lolololol honestly it’s cute how easily you fall for it and can’t act lololol

If Sung Ji-won is the successor to Black Call’s Chae Jung-woo, then Kim Sung-hyun seems to be on Joo Woo-sung’s line.. Kim Sung-hyun is more of a power type, but if I say things like this, the Black Call fandom will go crazy again haha~

Jung Da-jun (20) youngest member, sub-dancer

Did you catch that he’s my pick? Damn.
A true maknae who grew up without any lack. Rich emotional expression and brutal honesty.
He has talent in dancing, but his other skills are honestly just… average.
Anyone who thinks that—go watch the Shining Star Season 2 unit competition!!!!!
https://www.Neotube.com/watch?v=THe-DAwN_sHiNIn?GSTar2_JdJ
https://www.Neotube.com/watch?v=THe-DAwN_sHiNIn?GSTar2_JdJ

I won’t hear any arguments. Even if you bring Seo Ho-yoon’s anti-fan photocard, I won’t accept it. Jung Da-jun is a talent. Period.
Honestly, I’m so hyped lol. I think youth is a weapon, but Jung Da-jun at this age with this career trajectory… I’m so curious what he’ll do next.
Honestly, I’m so excited lol. I think being young is a weapon, and Jung Da-jun at this age with this career… I’m just so curious about what he’ll do next.

Ah, there’s so much I want to say about Jung Da-jun, but first of all, he’s definitely the variety show role…
Anyone who talks trash about Jung Da-jun—come at me. Let’s throw down one-on-one.
All you guys who talk trash about Jung Da-jun, come on out… Let’s settle this one-on-one.

Surprisingly the cleanest among The Dun members.
Surprisingly, it’s the cleanest one among The Dun.

Even Sung Ji-won had controversies because of his previous agency… but Kang Yi-chae? Nothing. Just squeaky clean.
Kang Yi-chae… first of all, among other idols, he doesn’t hang out with anyone. Zero sightings of him with others.
When he’s spotted, he’s always just with the members. He gets along well with Jung Da-jun.
Whenever I see him, he’s always with the Members… He plays well with Jung Da-jun.

If we’re being nitpicky about controversies? Just the occasional spaced-out Kang Yi-chae fans trash-talking the other members… saying the other members are always bumming rides on Kang Yi-chae’s producing bus.

Despite his looks, he’s genuinely a guy who only does composition and songwriting… he’s legendary for laying down deals with the members and his casual charm, but when he raps, he sounds like a madman.
I thought he was just naturally talented, but seeing how he’s always in the recording studio during Shining Star Season 2 or B App, he seems like he’s actually a hard worker too…

5. Seo Ho-yoon (24) Bias

Definite Shining Star Muggle Pick 222
Honestly, it’s fair to say I posted this to talk about Seo Ho-yoon.

What can I say?
He’s a genuinely bizarre character… this guy is the pinnacle of modern K-pop audacity.

He’s good at singing and acting, definitely competent, but dancing…
Honestly, he’s improved a lot, but objectively speaking, he’s just average, yet somehow no matter what he does, he pulls off this confident vibe; whether it’s that unique confidence and atmosphere that’s mesmerizing..

Even other fandoms acknowledge his face as a pure-hearted handsome guy… I thought he’d just coast on his looks, but Noeul fans all know his strong personality and are absolutely captivated by it..

Everyone worried at first that Seo Ho-yoon would burn out from pushing so hard and drop out, but lol after just a year lol why are we worried about him? He’s reached the level of steel-like mental fortitude.

The pinnacle of that audacity was that legendary Second Chance Japan fancam.
https://www.Neotube.com/watch!v=THe-DAwN_JP_SEoHOwhOw!

And the legendary Shining Star Season 2 Final Stardust fancam…
https://tv.never.com/v/ShiNiN?GstAr2_thEDawN

I literally watched this on TV and my jaw just dropped.
That stage, woven together with the context and narrative of the moment… his eyes sparkling, and I still get chills..

At first, a lot of people criticized him for seeming businesslike with the members, but I guess it’s gotten better now?
He never shows that he’s struggling and treats Noeul fans incredibly well; he doesn’t seem like the type to draw strength from fans, but he definitely tries to give something back; that’s what’s interesting..

I thought he was the type to have amazing chemistry seeing him with Joo Woo-sung, but so far he’s only close with Joo Woo-sung from other groups… (though Joo Woo-sung is also famous for drawing boundaries).
Having no friends is a virtue for idols, so it’s all good.

For Shining Star-related talk, see below.

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I wrote way too much, but anyway, please show The Dun some love
Shining Star brought in new fans, and aside from the controversies surrounding them, they’re actually a pretty solid idol group lol (honestly, the fact that none of them have friends outside the members is a plus^^)

That’s the end of my year-and-a-half casual Noeul review.

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*I deleted the part about Shining Star Season 2 later because it seemed like too sensitive a topic.
The comment section went crazy lol]

Seeing this, some Noeul fans started spreading the link around.

[If you’ve been casual for a year and a half, aren’t you basically a true Noeul fan?]
Hahahaha that’s hilarious
[The denial phase lasted pretty long..]

Of course, there were also fans who expressed their displeasure.

[Acting like you hate talking about controversies while not even deleting the post entirely lol what’s up with that mindset]
I can’t translate this line as it contains hostile profanity and personal attacks that would be inappropriate to reproduce in any language.
[Just blocking is the answer…. Don’t retweet because it makes me angry…]

[Just block them… please don’t retweet, it’s so annoying..]

Contradictory reactions flew back and forth, but one thing no one could deny.

The Dun had blown up!

Until now, it had quietly spread as a gathering place for K-pop veterans or hardcore fans, but after Shining Star Season 2 ended, The Dun received overwhelming support from the general public.
[The influx is amazing;;;;]
[What?? The kids’ brand reputation ranking what~~~!! kyaaaa]

[Wow, Dae Pa-sung must be making a lot of money]
This is not only because of various things that happened during Shining Star Season 2, but also because there was a lot of discussion among the fans due to the large influx of fans.
During The Dun’s hiatus, the Noeul fans were restless.

Especially with Seo Ho-yoon’s recent controversy, The Dun’s fans often felt anxious, but when they saw Noeul growing rapidly day by day, they felt proud again. Sometimes their hope in the world would shatter.
And then the reality filming began.

And so began the reality show filming.

“Ahhh—.”

Jung Da-jun was captured on camera, strolling leisurely before the countless lenses with a suitcase in one hand and an Americano in the other.

“So this is my new ‘dormitory’….”
Kang Yi-chae, who had already come and sat on the terrace, responded to that comment.

Kang Yi-chae, who was already sitting on the terrace, picked up the cue perfectly.
“Hmm, it’s better than I thought. It’s a shame there’s no fountain.”

“Hmm, it’s better than I expected. It’s a shame there’s no fountain though.”
At that time, Seong Ji-won suddenly appeared on the screen and clenched his fists, like the main character in a drama.

Then, like a drama protagonist, Sung Ji-won suddenly appeared on screen, clenching his fists.

“Let’s go, let’s go, fighting!!”

“Ji-won, this is a new beginning for us!”

Kim Sung-hyun, who was walking alongside him with one hand in his pocket, looked at Sung Ji-won with an expression of disbelief.
“Seonghyeon, do you want to play the main character’s friend? Licorice.”
“Sung Ji-won, what are you doing?”

“Sigh….”

Along with Kim Sung-hyun’s sigh came the sound of a suitcase being dragged.

Drag, drag.

Then a hand gently landed on Kim Sung-hyun’s shoulder, and he was subtly pulled backward.

“Baby.”

Seo Ho-yoon, wrapping his arm around Kim Sung-hyun’s shoulder, rested his chin against it and smiled with a radiant, sparkling expression.

“Were you waiting long, hyung?”

“….”

Now that the tycoon had made his entrance and the protagonist had appeared, it was time for the supporting couple to show up.

“Aaaahhhhh!!”
Seo Ho-yoon, who went to counseling several times, slept well, and even contacted Seo Ho-jin in the morning, was in better condition than ever.

I’d attended counseling sessions multiple times, slept well, and even contacted Seo Ho-jin this morning—my condition was better than ever.
“Hoyun being called a baby vs. Seonghyun being called a baby.”
“It’s relentless….”

“Obviously the latter.”

Jung Da-jun and Kang Yi-chae, who were genuinely amused, stared at Seo Ho-yoon with wounded pride, but Seo Ho-yoon himself was too busy greeting the staff members.

‘We’ve made some decent money.’
There were four rooms, one of which had a terrace. The interior also looked much richer than before.

There were four rooms, and one of them came with a terrace. The interior design was also far more luxurious than before.
“Terrace! It’s crazy!”

“A terrace! This is insane!”
I left the guys running around excitedly and slowly approached the planning team.
The dartboard was clearly for broadcast purposes.

I’d reviewed the planning document beforehand and learned that roommate selection was scheduled. Seo Ho-yoon wanted a private room if possible.
“I came.”

“It has.”

Lee Ji-hyun rubbed her brow roughly.
Lee Ji-hyeon, free from burnout and lethargy, was full of ambition.
This reality shoot was a massive opportunity for The Dun—more precisely, for Seo Ho-yoon and for Lee Ji-hyun as well.
Having shed her burnout and lethargy, Lee Ji-hyun was brimming with ambition.

She couldn’t stop here.
“Yes, I agree.”

“Yes, I agree.”
It was an immediate benefit, but from a long-term perspective, there was no merit.
After revealing his family circumstances on Shining Star Season 2, I had inevitably become branded with the image of a “pitiful but hardworking idol who lost his parents.”

Even the smallest misstep would come back as a massive backlash.
“I’ve already had several meetings with the planning team.”

“I’ve already had several meetings with the Planning Team.”
If we continue like this, we will end up with a good or gentle image.
A shift in image was necessary.

To overlay a fresh impression, I needed a bold, striking concept.

“Do you know when Seo Ho-yoon shines the brightest?”

My eyes gleamed with sharp intensity.
Many things came to mind, but there was only one answer.
When I’m disrespectful, scheming, sarcastic, cold as ice, looking out only for my own people.

I tilted my head slightly and raised one corner of my mouth.

“When I’m reading people?”

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