Jang Keun-suk Reveals Thyroid Cancer Battle, Shibuya Building Ownership on ‘Radio Star’

Actor Jang Keun-suk showcased his candid storytelling on 'Radio Star.'

The July 16 episode of MBC's 'Radio Star' featured Jang Keun-suk, Lee Hong-gi, Soobin (TXT), and Kim Shin-young in a special titled 'World Class, Only I Can See You.'

Known as the 'Asia Prince,' Jang Keun-suk made his first appearance on 'Radio Star' in his 33-year career.

He cautiously revealed, "Last year, I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer, but due to the medical crisis, I couldn't undergo surgery for 10 months."

He added, "I didn't tell my parents at the time. I didn't want to cause unnecessary worry," sharing how his outlook on life has changed since his recovery, capturing everyone's attention.

Currently, Jang Keun-suk is actively working as both an actor and a singer in Japan.

The news that he is performing solo, in a unit, and even with a five-member band doing busking gigs impressed the MCs. He particularly noted, "Even fans in their 70s come to my EDM performances," revealing his unique fan demographic.

He also drew attention by organizing the history of Hallyu (Korean Wave) in Japan. He named Cho Yong-pil and Kim Yeon-ja as the first generation, Bae Yong-joon and Lee Byung-hun as the second, and himself, Kara, FT Island, Park Shin-hye, and TVXQ as the third. He continued, "It's really like the Warring States period. The fourth generation includes BTS, Park Seo-joon, and Park Bo-gum, and recently, the fifth generation includes Chae Jong-hyeop."



Jang Keun-suk was surprised but confirmed, "Yes, that building is indeed mine," when the topic of him owning a building in Shibuya, Japan, came up.

Kim Shin-young remarked, "Women line up to take photos in front of that building," to which Jang Keun-suk responded, "How did you know? Yes, it's a cafe," showing his surprise.

Finally, he demonstrated his unique inability to feel spicy flavors by taking on a challenge eating Cheongyang peppers and bird's eye chilies. After downing a cola and reciting a famous drama line, he expressed his desire to explore more diverse activities.

Meanwhile, Lee Hong-gi shared an anecdote about being named one of the 'Top 10 Most Disliked Koreans by Japanese' by a Japanese media outlet, saying, "I became an anti-fan after evaluating Japanese jeon as thick and tasteless on a food comparison show," which brought laughter.

Jang Keun-suk jokingly added, "Isn't the real reason the dating rumor?" causing an uproar.

Lee Hong-gi addressed the dating rumors with Japanese top star Shinozaki Ai, saying, "It wasn't true at the time. We're friends now. The impact was so big that comments are still being made."

He also mentioned his past experience with suppurative hidradenitis, saying, "I had eight surgeries, and the symptoms have decreased now. Thanks to this, I even became an ambassador for the disease," sharing a health confession and a message of encouragement.

Additionally, various episodes featuring TXT's leader Soobin and Kim Shin-young were shared.

'Radio Star' airs every Wednesday at 10:30 PM.

Photo = XportsnewsDB, MBC broadcast screen

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

by Kim Yoojin