ATEEZ Hong Joong, a genius made by hard work..a sample of hard-working leaders [Kim Soo-jin's Star Empathy]

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"K-pop king" group ATEEZ returned with its 13th mini album "GOLDEN HOUR: PART.4" on the 6th. Fans around the world are enthusiastic about the comeback of ATEEZ, including "Adrenaline", "NASA", "Ghost", and "On The Road" pre-released song "Choose".

Hong Joong, Seong Hwa, Yun Ho, Yeo Sang, San, Min Gi, Woo Young, and Jong Ho are all charming individuals. The existence of "Captain" Hong Joong is essential to the steady growth and development of ATEEZ members over the past eight years. Among the numerous keywords that symbolize him, such as 'fan love' and 'leadership', 'sincere' is the core. It is possible to guess the weight of the "crown" that Hong Joong, the "captain," had to bear from being the first trainee of KQ Entertainment, the current agency, to becoming ATEEZ, a global K-pop group, in the wilderness.

"I think it's a gift from ATEEZ because I've worked hard as a captain for the past 7 years. We're thinking a lot about next year and trying to be ATEEZ, so please look forward to ATINY. I love you so much."

This is Hong Joong's acceptance speech, who won the 'Best Choice' category at AAA 2025 last year. This is a glimpse of fan love, humility, and sincerity.

Hong Joong's sincerity is already evident in his eight-year record. Since its debut, it has played a pivotal role in building ATEEZ's own musical color by consistently participating in writing and composing lyrics. It is already famous among ATINY (ATINY fandom name) that they are immersed in their work even though they are busy on a tour abroad. In fact, when he was working on the Asia Artist Awards 2025 (AAA2025; Asian Artist Awards 2025) and ACON 2025 schedules held at Kaohsiung National Stadium in December last year, he was immersed in working on songs in his accommodation instead of resting.

Hong Joong's artist-like talents don't just stay in music. His unique fashion sense is famous. Hong Joong is a celebrity who has been recognized for his artistic sense in the world of fashion, and he is busy serving Hong Joong at fashion shows of luxury brands such as Balmain, Jacques Muss and Paul Smith. In November last year, he released a runway film called "Pet Cousin" for his birthday. The video was well received for showing 24 teen models on the runway wearing 24 costumes designed by Hong Joong himself.

Like the lyrics of "I'm the Captain" ATEEZ's "Say My Name," Hong Joong's "Little Giant" will continue in 2026. Hong Joong is an irreplaceable captain and NO1 who goes the furthest and highest in the lowest position.

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