British rapper Central Cee, known for his love of Shin Ramyun, was gifted a specially crafted 'Shin Ramyun Cake' by Nongshim during his first solo concert in Korea last weekend.
On October 14, Central Cee shared a photo of the Shin Ramyun Cake on his social media. The cake, designed to resemble a cup of ramen with chopsticks lifting noodles, evoked the image of a freshly cooked, delicious cup of ramen.
Central Cee has frequently expressed his affection for Shin Ramyun by posting images of himself enjoying the noodles and related merchandise on his social media. According to Nongshim, the cake was a token of appreciation for Central Cee's first visit to Korea. A representative from Nongshim stated, "We prepared this special gift to thank Central Cee for sharing his love for Shin Ramyun with his fans. We hope it serves as a joyful connection between music, culture, and fans." Central Cee, along with his manager and DJ, reportedly expressed surprise upon receiving the gift.
Hailing from South London, Central Cee is a prominent figure in the UK Drill scene. His 2022 release 'Doja' gained international popularity on platforms like TikTok, making its way onto the Billboard charts. In 2023, his collaboration with rapper Dave on 'Sprinter' topped the UK Official Singles Chart for 10 consecutive weeks. Central Cee has made history as the first British rapper to surpass 2 billion streams on Spotify, showcasing his influence in the global music industry.
By Min-Kyung Lee, Ten Asia Reporter 2min_ror@tenasia.co.kr