"They say they like that you're handsome." Shownu and Hyungwon reveal the 'sexy' details that MONBEBE truly desires [Interview ①]

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The MONSTA X unit Shownu X Hyungwon has accurately grasped the needs of their fandom, MONBEBE.

Recently, Shownu X Hyungwon held a roundtable interview at Starship Entertainment's office in Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, to celebrate the release of their second mini-album, "LOVE ME."

As MONSTA X's first unit, Shownu X Hyungwon debuted in July 2023 with their first mini-album, "THE UNSEEN." Returning with their second mini-album, "LOVE ME," after approximately two years and ten months, the duo expresses the emotion of love with deeper sensibility and authenticity, portraying it more delicately and three-dimensionally.

Having performed together as MONSTA X for over 11 years, the chemistry between Shownu and Hyungwon is flawless. Shownu stated, "I think our chemistry has improved compared to our previous work. Although I haven't directly compared it to the past, we have occasionally synchronized our rhythm through consistent events and festivals over the three years since our first album, so I believe we will show a much better harmony than before."

Hyungwon also expressed his affection, saying, "When practicing with Shownu, even without speaking, I noticed we wore the same shoes and clothes, and I thought, 'Our tastes are becoming similar.' Our personalities were already alike, but it seems they are becoming even more similar over time. Even if we don't intend it, I hope this chemistry will naturally shine through on stage."

While the two boast a perfect harmony that requires no words, their efforts to capture the hearts of the public and their fandom on stage remain an ongoing process. When asked about the image of Shownu X Hyungwon that fans desire, Shownu replied, "This is something I am always curious about and working on," revealing his sincere thoughts. He added, "All I can do is perform and sing, so it seems difficult to know how this will be perceived by the public. Therefore, I am actively accepting the company's opinions, including those from the marketing team, and aiming to move in a direction that meets the needs of our fans."

In contrast, Hyungwon is seeking answers through diverse attempts. Citing "refreshing" and "complete EDM" as genres he is eager to explore, he remarked, "I think fans don't just like us because we are sexy or cute; they like us because 'we' are able to pull off such concepts." He then expressed his firm belief in MONBEBE. He continued, "We will present various materials within our capabilities, leaving the final judgment to our fans. We will keep what we do well, but musically, we will continue to make new attempts."

So, what are the true preferences of MONBEBE as perceived by the two? Hyungwon smiled cheerfully, saying, "First of all, they like that we're handsome." He further analyzed, "The sexy points that fans feel are very detailed. It's not simply 'muscles!' but rather they seem to particularly enjoy subtle details like naturally flowing sweat or unintentional fingertips."

Upon hearing Shownu's honest anecdote, "I've tried to aim for sexiness on stage a few times at Navy Headquarters, but it seems fans don't really like it when we deliberately try too hard," Hyungwon agreed, stating, "Ultimately, unintentional naturalness is the most important."

Shownu X Hyungwon's second mini-album "LOVE ME" will be released at 6 p.m. on the 21st via various online music platforms.

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