Super Junior's Eunhyuk Shares Heartwarming Gesture with Rookie Group Member

A heartwarming story has emerged about Super Junior's Eunhyuk, who cherished a connection made during a past audition program and generously gifted pocket money to a rookie group member.

On the YouTube channel 'Donghaemulgwa Baekdu Eunhyuk,' run by Super Junior's Donghae and Eunhyuk, a video titled 'Waiting for Today: Debut Month Rookie (Most Entertaining on RDI)' was uploaded.

In the video, members Junseo, Arno, and Anshin from the rookie boy group ALPHA DRIVE ONE (RDI), who recently released their debut album 'EUPHORIA' and are actively promoting, appeared as guests.

Eunhyuk immediately recognized Junseo, whom he met as a judge and contestant on a survival program in 2018, and expressed his fondness by saying, "He was the visual representative and, above all, a very diligent friend, so he left a lasting impression."

Junseo shared a surprising story about Eunhyuk's kindness, revealing, "After the debut team announcement, Eunhyuk gave me pocket money, saying I did well," which astonished everyone.

In response, Donghae jokingly said, "You should have given 1 million won per person for it to be a real story," to which Eunhyuk replied, "Giving a large sum from the start can spoil someone," bringing laughter to the scene.

Although it was revealed by the production team that Junseo momentarily forgot about the pocket money during a pre-interview, Eunhyuk expressed his genuine intention, saying, "It's not about the amount; I wanted to personally ensure my junior's first earnings."

The RDI members also showcased their vibrant charm and budding entertainment skills. Member Anshin shared playful childhood photos, enlivening the studio, while foreign member Arno impressed with his Korean language skills, sharing anecdotes related to proverbs like 'A puppy doesn't know the fear of a tiger.'

Additionally, when asked about practicing Super Junior's song 'Devil,' Arno cleverly responded, "I studied by watching videos of main dancer Eunhyuk," demonstrating his wit and respect for the senior artist.

Im Chaeryeong, Ten Asia Reporter syjj426@tenasia.co.kr