K-pop stars have taken the world by storm, captivating audiences far beyond Korea. Despite their demanding schedules, many idols find time to indulge in unique hobbies that resonate with their personalities. They often share their experiences and creative endeavors with fans; these pastimes can spark trends. In this article, we will explore some intriguing hobbies K-pop stars embrace.
Soyeon
Jeon So Yeon, the leader and main rapper of the five-member girl group (G)I-DLE, wears many hats as a lyricist, composer, arranger, and producer. One of her passions is sharing lifestyle tips, including how to boil eggs, roast sweet potatoes, and make delicious soy sauce egg rice. She also recommends her favorite restaurants through her social media account, Sorrysa.
Jennie
BLACKPINK’s Jennie is passionate about photography, particularly with a film camera. She created a dedicated account to showcase her film photography, which has garnered 4.55 million followers. This account features a variety of uniquely styled photos, including rare glimpses of her pets and vintage images.
Seulgi
Red Velvet’s Seulgi dedicated an impressive seven years as a trainee before her debut. She shares her artistic drawings through her social media account, by.sseulgi. Like Jennie, Seulgi enjoys photography with a film camera, although most of her previously posted artwork has been deleted, leaving only a few pieces available for viewing.
Cha Eun Woo
Cha Eun Woo, a member of the boy band ASTRO and widely recognized for his good looks, has a passion for drawing. He frequently shares his artwork and time-lapse videos of his creative process on Instagram. Besides his artistic endeavors, he has gained attention for his biking activities, often seen in a sleek black riding suit and occasionally lifting his bike with one hand during workouts.
RM
RM, the leader of BTS, loves cycling. He has expressed that riding his bike brings him excitement and a sense of nostalgia. He views cycling as a liberating experience and has even released songs inspired by his biking adventures. Also, he is known for his frequent visits to art museums, where he enjoys exploring various artworks and often shares glimpses of his visits on social media.
Jang Won Young
Jang Won Young, a member of the idol group IVE, recently shared her hobby of reading on comedian Jang Do Yeon’s YouTube channel. When asked what she enjoys doing at home, she said, “I love reading,” mentioning that she recently read Reading Schopenhauer at Forty (Korean Edition) by Arthur Schopenhauer. She reflected on how Schopenhauer’s pessimistic view sometimes comforts her.
Sakura
LE SSERAFIM’s Sakura has recently taken up crochet. In November 2023, she began crocheting seriously, starting with simple ribbons and gradually advancing in complexity. After mastering ribbons, she moved on to creating hats, which she has gifted to friends. Recently, she has crafted crochet tops adorned with stars and personalized lettering, even wearing these handmade creations as stage outfits.
Jihyo
TWICE’s Jihyo is known for her diverse fitness interests. While she has enjoyed Pilates, snowboarding, and tennis, she has recently developed a passion for golf. She confirmed her interest on Instagram and has been spotted with Kim Bo Seok, a former KLPGA pro golfer who provides lessons. Jihyo enjoys golfing with her parents, who are avid golfers.
Karina
Karina, the leader of the girl group aespa, has taken up swimming as a hobby. Despite her busy schedule, she finds time to enjoy hotel pools whenever possible. In a YouTube interview, she showcased two of her favorite swimsuit designs and revealed that she is a skilled swimmer, having even taught her group member Winter how to swim.
Jaehyun
Jaehyun, a SM Entertainment’s boy band NCT member and an active actor, enjoys listening to music primarily on vinyl records. He collects LPs and shares his experiences with a turntable on social media. Jaehyun finds joy in gathering information about albums while collecting records, and he has a sentimental side, often using a film camera for photography.
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