The YouTube channel 'Hal Myung Soo,' run by Park Myung-soo, featured a video titled 'So Doyoung and I Finally Agreed on This Tteokbokki. Seoul's Top 3 Tteokbokki Tour.'
In the video, Doyoung, who appeared solo on 'Hal Myung Soo' for the first time in two years, shared candid thoughts and behind-the-scenes stories as he prepares for his upcoming military enlistment, all while engaging in witty banter with Park.
When Park asked about Doyoung's return after two years, Doyoung sweetly replied, "Even back then, I was already doing well," bringing a smile to Park's face. Upon hearing from the production team that Doyoung's previous appearance surpassed one million views, Park remarked, "It's NCT's Doyoung, so of course it should," and optimistically predicted, "This time, we'll hit two million." Doyoung humorously responded, "You're truly a 'legendary creator,'" eliciting laughter.
As the conversation shifted to military service, Park inquired about NCT 127's future plans. Doyoung revealed, "We'll continue our activities. Right now, Taeyong and Jaehyun are in the military, but they'll be back next year, and I think they'll be active again."
Doyoung also shared a behind-the-scenes story about enlisting on the same day as fellow member Jungwoo. According to SM Entertainment, Doyoung will enlist as an active-duty soldier on December 8, while Jungwoo has been accepted into the army band. Doyoung explained, "We didn't plan to enlist together, but it just happened that way. It's fate."
Doyoung candidly expressed his concerns about post-military activities, saying, "Right now, people come to see our performances, but I'm worried they won't after I return." He added, "It's a concern," and admitted, "There's a part of me that feels like stopping." In response, Park offered warm advice, saying, "Don't worry about that. What's important is that you return from the military healthy."
When Park jokingly asked if Doyoung had considered joining the Marines, Doyoung quickly replied, "Not at all," causing laughter. He shared that SHINee's Minho, a Marine veteran, had recommended it, but he firmly declined, saying, "The Marines are for those destined from birth, and I'm not one of them," adding humor to the conversation.
Reporter Chaeryeong Lim, Ten Asia syjj426@tenasia.co.kr