Broadcast date: June 16-17
Starring: BTS, NCT 127, Stray Kids, Ong Seong-wu

Jungkook of BTS uncorked a bottle of wine on Naver’s V Live after a fan meeting in Busan.

(Naver's V Live)

“I don’t think I have had alcohol while livestreaming but today I will since I am feeling so happy,” said the youngest member of the septet. “When I drink, people say I speak better,” he said, adjusting the camera to better read comments from fans that tallied over 1.16 million at the moment.

“I haven’t had a meal but I like to drink on an empty stomach,” said Jungkook. “It will be appreciated if you could clink the glass together with me if you are a grown-up,” he said, pausing a moment to allow his underage viewers to find a glass of juice.

“I have removed my eye makeup and took out lenses on my way (to the hotel room) after the performance,” said the artist, apologizing for his “flat” eyes.

“I am dizzy,” he said after just one sip, admitting he had been abstaining from alcohol for quite some time.

“We have talked a lot about when we will be able to hold a concert in Korea during our tour around the world. We have looked forward to this so much. And having this event in my hometown? How much happier can I be?” said Jungkook.

Watch the full clip at https://www.vlive.tv/video/134733.

NCT 127 gives quick hello

NCT 127 took to V Live during a short break after an autograph session.

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“We are going to keep it short. We can stay here for only 10 minutes so it depends on how fast you come join us (livestreaming),” said Doyoung.

“We have just finished a fan-signing event and I wonder if some of you who have been there to meet us in person may be tuning into this as well,” said Mark.

The eight bandmates thanked the fans for coming to support them performing “Superhuman” and reminded them of their upcoming tour schedule.

“We will resume our global tour,” said Taeyong, before Johnny began a dramatic announcement of listing off their destinations. The band will perform three times in Bangkok before flying to Russia and then on to tour Europe. The final concert will be held in Singapore.

“Most of us haven’t even been to Europe and it is all thanks to you that we are having this chance,” said Taeyong.

“Seasonies out there, please wait just a little more,” said Doyoung, addressing their fans who are referred to individually as a “Seasony.”

“We are always with you!” said Taeil.

Watch the full clip at https://www.vlive.tv/video/134716.

Stray Kids gives peek at video for new single

Stray Kids unveiled a trailer for “Side Effects,” the lead single from the group’s upcoming EP “Cle 2: Yellow Wood.”

(Naver's V Live)

The nine bandmates can be seen getting off an elevator that says YW as mysterious sounds from the intro part of the psychedelic trance number play in the background.

They walk out into the open pulling their suitcases while I.N goes up to touch a tall yellow tree standing in the middle of the road. The screen splits into two: one showing the bandmates get on a bus with a mystifying driver using one-way tickets to “New World” and the other staying at the bus stop.

Stray Kids have been releasing a series of teasers, from still images and mixtures of songs to a video clip featuring bits of each track, raising anticipation for their EP that is set to be released Wednesday.

Bang Chan, Changbin and Han, the production trio within the band, have written lyrics of all three new tracks and co-composed them.

Watch the full video at https://www.vlive.tv/video/134721.

Ong Seong-wu multitasks on the move

Ong Seong-wu, formerly of project boy band Wanna One, took to V Live while eating gimbap in his car.

(Naver's V Live)

“It’s a beautiful day today. Have you seen the sky?” he asked, turning his camera to show outside the car.

“I want to do more of V Live but since I am shooting a drama it is quite hard to find the right timing,” said Ong, who has expanded his career into acting and has been cast as a lead in his first television drama, “Moment of 18.”

When fans commented that he seemed to have lost weight, the singer and actor assured fans he is totally fine. “I haven’t lost any actually. But I have decided to cut out flour and it seems that I am not puffy and my skin also has gotten slightly better,” said Ong.

“I used to eat ramen before going to sleep but have stopped. But I eat three meals a day every day since I can’t function with an empty stomach,” he added.

Watch the full video at https://www.vlive.tv/video/134688.

Naver’s real-time broadcasting app V allows fans to interact with their favorite K-pop stars through live broadcasts. The app is available for Android and iOS. For more information, visit http://www.vlive.tv.

By The Korea Herald (khnews@heraldcorp.com)

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