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[Exclusive]Seongmin "Feeling lonely after SJ's activities were suspended..Wife ♥ Kim Sa-eun's support" [Hanbok Interview 3]

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Heo Jihyung

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2026.02.12 Singer Seongmin Interview with Hanbok / Photograph = Lee Dong-hoon

-Following the Hanbok interview ②.

Seongmin also confessed his honest feelings about his 10-year hiatus. Earlier, he had to suspend his career for a long time after being embroiled in numerous rumors after announcing his marriage to musical actor-turned-Kim Sa-eun. At that time, he was at his peak as a member of Super Junior.

He said, "It was a time when there were few idol marriages. I think it took time to accept. I felt sorry for the fans, but I felt sorry for the situation where I couldn't say it properly. The most regrettable thing was that it was difficult to communicate," he confessed.

However, he also said that he has matured as a human being through ball games. He said, "That time gave me a new realization, and I met the trot genre while preparing new music. I think everyone needs such time, he said. "I think everyone needs time to observe themselves and mature." I think I've become more complete as I've endured a hard time. Don't you think the things you've earned through hard work feel valuable. It's hard, but I think it's a worthwhile time. What you get easily can be easily lost," he said.

2026.02.12 Singer Seongmin Interview with Hanbok / Photograph = Lee Dong-hoon
2026.02.12 Singer Seongmin Interview with Hanbok / Photograph = Lee Dong-hoon

He expressed his gratitude to questions related to group activities while showing a cautious attitude. He said, "There were a lot of fun and glorious moments. Not all of those moments were possible on my own, but it was made by the staff and fans, he said. "I think it's my destiny to repay the difference." As for not being able to join the 10th and 20th anniversary activities, he said, "On the 10th anniversary, I felt like I was alone, so I felt more strongly about it. It got better over time, but it remains regrettable. But now I think I've found my color. I want to make a new year a meaningful time through this album," he stressed.

Regarding the relationship with the members, he said, "We don't talk about each other's activities often as we've been together for a long time, but we also take care of each other," adding, "Recently, Hee-chul sent Korean beef. Every holiday or birthday, I get a call and take care of it. He is a friendly person," he said.

He did not forget his affection for his wife, Kim Sa-eun. He said, "Since we did the same thing, we understand each other's concerns better than anyone else. It gives me a lot of will. He monitors my shortcomings and gives me sharp advice, he said. "I'm most relieved when I tell him I did well. I was encouraged by saying that this activity fits my clothes well. I've heard a lot that it looks more comfortable than before," he said.

As for the direction of this activity, he said, "I want to do music that I want to hug those who listen to even though it's full of energy," and "I hope you feel a sense of stability or healing after listening to my song." The title songs "Under the Starlight" and "God's Life" also expressed their desire to convey comfort and vitality.

2026.02.12 Singer Seongmin Interview with Hanbok / Photograph = Lee Dong-hoon

He said that every time he goes on stage, he feels younger and younger. He said, "Fans remind me of my old idol days. "I feel refreshed whenever I hear such a story," he said. "When I see the fans' reactions when I come down from the stage, I feel alive and dopamine rises."

In his 21st year since debut, he still hasn't stopped taking on new challenges. Referring to his experience of learning sports dance and winning first place in the competition, he said, "As I learned a new dance, I started using unused muscles, and I thought I should constantly learn and develop." He continued, "I have studied not only carriages but also various genres such as rumba. If I rest, I don't feel like I'm living," he said. "I want to keep learning to repay my fans better. I won't stop learning even when I get older. I'm also interested in magic these days," he said.

Finally, he delivered his New Year's greetings to his fans. "I'm sorry I made you wait a long time for the album to come out. It was a time of thought to give you more complete music, he said. "This year, I will repay you with my songs and performances. Happy New Year and please stay with me this year. I love you," he said.

-The end.

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