On the YouTube channel 'MMTG Civilization Express', produced and operated by SBS News, a video titled 'Gyehoon, you should be nervous... Donghwa's fairy tale flirting is unusual, Jalpa Date (w. Kickflip's Gyehoon, Donghwa)' was uploaded.
In the video, Kickflip's Gyehoon and Donghwa appeared alongside host Jaejae, creating a unique 2-on-1 date concept scene.
During this process, Donghwa portrayed an 'anxious boyfriend' craving affection, while Gyehoon took on the role of a 'secure boyfriend' exuding calmness, reflecting their respective dating values in a bold character showdown.
Notably, Donghwa's story of sending hundreds of love confession messages through a fan communication platform was revealed, showcasing his typical passionate lover persona. Jaejae defined Donghwa's enthusiastic attitude as an anxious character, noting it could sometimes exhaust the other party.
In contrast, Gyehoon firmly set boundaries against Donghwa's excessive affection, advocating his straightforward communication style. He humorously compared a period of sparse fan interaction to a relationship plateau, claiming it strengthened their bond, eliciting laughter on set.
In a scenario where a partner suggests taking a break, Gyehoon responded with a relaxed answer about wanting to possess the other person, while Donghwa expressed his desperate feelings through a lengthy message, highlighting their character differences.
Their contrasting charms continued in episodes about word games with fans and discussions on communication frequency. In a conversation starting with a love confession, Donghwa suddenly declared a breakup, expressing anxiety, but Gyehoon seized the moment, leaving a comment to win Donghwa's heart back, showcasing his stable charm.
Regarding contact frequency during a partner's outing, Gyehoon showed a lenient stance, suggesting contact only upon return, whereas Donghwa insisted on minute-by-minute updates, perfectly embodying his character until the end.
Throughout, Kickflip's members exchanged witty banter, proving their exceptional variety skills as graduates of the 'Variety Academy'.
Chaeryeong Lim, Ten Asia Reporter syjj426@tenasia.co.kr