8 Interesting Facts About Seungkwan SEVENTEEN, a Member with a Golden Voice But Also Hilarious - Accidentally Becoming an Idol

Kapanlagi.com - Besides being part of the popular boy group, SEVENTEEN is also known for their funny members. One of them is Seungkwan SEVENTEEN, often referred to as a funny and entertaining idol.

Seungkwan, known as the mood maker in the SEVENTEEN group, is able to lighten the atmosphere. Born on January 16, 1998, this idol has an amazing vocal ability. It can even be said that Seungkwan SEVENTEEN has a golden and beautiful voice. It's no wonder that Seungkwan is included in the vocal team along with Woozi, Jeonghan, Joshua, and DK.

Not only talented in music, Seungkwan SEVENTEEN also has the ability to host a program or be called an MC. That's why he is also known as Mr.Mic and MC Boo. Besides actively pursuing a career with the other members of SEVENTEEN, Seungkwan also often engages in solo activities.

In fact, in 2018, Seungkwan received an award from the MBC Entertainment Awards as the Rookie Award in the Music and Talk category. Before joining SEVENTEEN, it turns out that Seungkwan's journey as an idol happened accidentally.

Curious about Seungkwan SEVENTEEN's career journey? Here are some interesting facts about Seungkwan SEVENTEEN that you shouldn't miss.

1. Formerly Offered by JYP Entertainment

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CARATs certainly understand well the profiles of SEVENTEEN members. Including Seungkwan, who has a lot of interesting facts. The idol with the full name Boo Seung Kwan was apparently once offered by JYP Entertainment agency.

However, Seungkwan rejected the offer from JYP Entertainment agency, which also houses STRAY KIDS, GOT7, TWICE, and ITZY. Eventually, Seungkwan of SEVENTEEN chose to become a trainee under the management of Pledis Entertainment agency.

2. Becoming an Idol Accidentally

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Deciding to accept the offer from Pledis Entertainment agency, Seungkwan's career journey began when his teacher uploaded a video of him participating in a singing competition. According to koreaboo, at that time Seungkwan sang Big Mama's Fate. Lady luck favored Seungkwan, as the video recording caught the attention of Pledis Entertainment agency, who personally offered him to audition.

In the end, Seungkwan auditioned at Pledis Entertainment agency, performing the song Last Love by Kim Bum Soo. Thanks to his amazing singing talent and vocals, Seungkwan's dream of becoming an idol came true, albeit accidentally.

3. Spending 3 Years and 2 Months as a Trainee

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In June 2012, Seungkwan joined the agency and became a trainee for approximately 3 years and 2 months. Then, in 2015, Seungkwan debuted with the members of SEVENTEEN, namely S.Coups, Jeonghan, Joshua, Jun, Hoshi, Wonwoo, Woozi, DK, Mingyu, The8, Vernon, and Dino, with their debut single titled 'Adore U'.

4. Golden-Voiced Idol

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SEVENTEEN fans surely know how amazing Seungkwan's vocal abilities are. Even when singing high-pitched songs, Seungkwan delivers them with epicness. In the boy group SEVENTEEN, Seungkwan holds the position of the main vocalist in the vocal team. Seungkwan has even solo performed OSTs for dramas titled 'Mother' and 'Kind of Love'.

5. Having the Ability to be an MC

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Not only active in the field of music, Seungkwan also has the ability to be an MC or host. He often participates in TV shows and becomes a regular guest. Among these TV programs are Unexpected Q, Prison Life of Fools, and Five Cranky Brothers.

Because of his ability, in 2018, Seungkwan received an award from MBC Entertainment Awards as the Rookie Award in the Music and Talk category. Very talented, right KLovers?

6. Unique Nicknames

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It's not uncommon for idols to have certain nicknames given by fans or even fellow members. Seungkwan SEVENTEEN also has several unique nicknames. Among them are Seungkwan being called Mr. Mic, MC Boo, DJ Boo, and Diva Boo.

7. Mood Maker in Seventeen

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Famous for his funny and humorous behavior, the most popular member of SEVENTEEN because of his humorous spirit is Seungkwan. Yes, Seungkwan can be said to be the mood maker in the group.

Because his presence often lightens the atmosphere. Even Seungkwan is also familiar as a comedian idol. Like a comedian, Seungkwan never fails to entertain the members and even his fans. For example, when he admitted to being the most popular child in his class. Unfortunately, it was an all-boys school.

8. Former Vice President of School in Elementary School

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Another interesting fact about Seungkwan is that when he was still in elementary school, Seungkwan was once the vice president of the school. At that time, he was only 6 years old. According to kprofiles.com, Seungkwan admitted that he couldn't focus on studying. His educational background is known as a graduate of a broadcasting school, namely Seoul Broadcasting High School.

So those are some interesting facts about Seungkwan from SEVENTEEN who has succeeded in becoming an idol. What do you think, KLovers?

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