NCT's Doyoung Emerges as the New 'Mukbang Star' Following Hwasa

NCT member Doyoung is rising as the new 'Mukbang Star,' following in the footsteps of Hwasa.

Last April, Doyoung appeared on the MBC variety show 'I Live Alone,' where he introduced his favorite tteokbokki street stall.

He shared, "There's a tteokbokki place I love. It's open 24 hours. It's delicious and cheap. I really like it," and confidently ordered without looking at the menu, saying, "One tteokbokki, one sundae, and one mixed tempura, please."

Back at home, Doyoung enjoyed a mukbang with tteokbokki and draft beer, making viewers' mouths water.

After the broadcast, not only fans but many others began visiting this tteokbokki stall, leading to the creation of the 'NCT Doyoung Set,' which includes one serving of tteokbokki, four pieces of tempura, and one serving of sundae, sold for 8,000 KRW.





In June last year, a scene of Doyoung passing by the tteokbokki stall was aired. Seeing his name prominently displayed at his favorite spot, Doyoung hesitated with embarrassment, bringing laughter.

However, news broke that this tteokbokki stall was dismantled due to a municipal crackdown on illegal street vendors in May, leaving many disappointed.

Recently, a banner reading 'I Live Alone NCT Doyoung's Tteokbokki,' 'COMING SOON' was spotted nearby, indicating the stall's transformation into a formal shop, highlighting Doyoung's influence.

Additionally, other places Doyoung visited, such as gopchang and instant tteokbokki restaurants, have gained popularity, attracting continuous visits. Previously, Mamamoo's Hwasa caused a 'gopchang craze,' marking a significant moment in mukbang history. Doyoung's emergence as a new 'mukbang star' is garnering attention.

Meanwhile, Doyoung released his second album 'Soar' on the 9th of last month, achieving a triple crown on music shows, topping major domestic album and music charts, and reaching number one on China's QQ Music digital album sales chart and Japan's AWA real-time chart, receiving an enthusiastic global response.

Photo=MBC

 

This article was originally published in Korean on Xportsnews and was translated into English using AI.

by Jang Inyoung