Super Junior Guide - Chapter 2 (Members - Part 1)
Chapter 2: The Members - Part 1
includes (in order of age) Leeteuk, Heechul, Hankyung, Yesung, Kangin, Shindong & Sungmin
If you are very new to Super Junior or the K-pop scene and are totally confused by all the boy touching & "couples", check out my Asian Boys Post in which I explain why it's just a cultural (& fan-service) thing.
*Also, I didn't mention all of the popular couples/ships because then this post would be even longer than it already is. So please forgive me if your favorite isn't mentioned!
Leeteuk - The Fearless Leader Band Mommy
He's a little annoying (to me) at times because he acts too cute/childish. Like Heechul once said to him, "How old are you? Act your age!" Or something like that. But he's an amazing leader and you've got to give him a whole lot of credit for managing 13 psychos members. He really cares about the others and listens to their problems; hence he's called "Umma" (Mom) by some fans. And he wants to get married and have kids as soon as possible.
-- His real name is Park Jungsu
-- His birthday is July 1, 1983
-- His nicknames are Eeteuk, Teuki and Angel
-- He's one half of the most popular fan pairings: KangTeuk
-- He's currently MC of the show "Love Fighter" and is co-DJ for "Sukira" a radio show (with Eunhyuk)
-- He has a dimple on only one cheek
-- He has one of the most high-pitched and addictive laughs I've ever heard!
-- He's one of three members who often gets stuck playing the girl's role in skits & parodies done by the group
-- He wears some of the weirdest outfits, especially strange oversized shirts that make him look even skinner than he already is.
-- He gets emotional easily and is often one of the first members to cry
Tribute Video
Showbiz Extra Interview (with English Subtitles)
Being cute and kissing/getting kissed by the members
Eeteuk learning to drive - while Kangin yells at him & Sungmin wonders if he's going to survive. Absolute must watch!
Heechul - The Drama Queen
Most people either completely hate Heechul or love him to death. I didn't like him at first because I thought he was too rude & sarcastic but now I love him. The thing is that Heechul is honest. About everything and everyone. He doesn't filter anything he says so he comes off as rude sometimes. But he's really witty and hilarious to watch during variety shows. No one makes me laugh as much as he does. But the thing that really made me love him is how much he cares about his friends. He doesn't act sentimental very often but like Siwon once said - He's hard to get close to but once you do, you realize how tender & caring he is. Plus he would do anything for the friends he really cares about. Like telling the anti-fans to attack him instead of Yunho (of DBSK). He truly does have a heart of gold.
And this deserves a picture of its own because no one changes hairstyles as often as Heechul. I mean he's even come up with stuff that's just for one performance (like the red braids).
-- His full name is Kim Heechul
-- His birthday is July 10, 1983
-- His nicknames are Heenim and Rella (short for Cinderella)
-- He is often paired up with Hankyung or Siwon or both of them
-- He's good friends with Yunho of DBSK
-- He's acted in many sitcoms & tv shows (I've only seen "Bad Family" yet and it was awesome! I highly recommend it!!!)
-- He has a cat named Heebum (HanJaeHeeBum). She was named after his dorm-mates Hankyung, Jay (of TRAX) & Kibum
-- His sense of fashion is even stranger than Eeteuk's
-- He's not that great of a dancer but that doesn't stop him from breaking out in dance to other artists' songs.
-- He *knows* he's gorgeous and loves to use it to his advantage
-- He almost always ends up playing the girl's part. I wonder why....
Tribute Video
Tribute Video 2 - shows more of his dancing & singing
With his cat Heebum - on one of her moody days
"Kissing" Hankyung during their introduction on a show
An example of why I think he was born to be a rock star
The craziest dance performance you will ever see. I doubled over in laughter watching this!
Sand painting - it's random but I love this clip
Hankyung - Chinaman
Hannie is like the foreign-exchange student that all the girls lust after and the guys are jealous of. But he is so much more than that. The boy is so humble and respectful that I don't how he gets by in a group like SuJu where pranks & horseplay are a way of life. I didn't notice him much until I saw "Full House" where he finally got to show his adorable personality. He doesn't talk as much as the others because he's still learning Korean but when he does, it's usually hilarious. He's lived with Heechul for almost 6 years so he's picked up his sarcastic way of talking. And he is amazing at martial arts & dancing!
-- His Chinese name is Han Geng
-- His birthday is February 9, 1984
-- He's often paired up with Heechul (they even take pictures in the shower) & Siwon ( too many great pics to pick just one)
-- He knows the traditional dances of all 55 minority groups is China as well as Chinese martial arts
-- He has a Siberian Husky named Rider but he only gets to see him when he goes home
-- The government may change the law soon but at the moment, he can only appear on two channels and is left out of many shows & performances.
-- He's very emotional, especially when he talks about his parents
-- He's an amazing actor (as seen in his MV appearances & skits) but hasn't acted in a proper sitcom or tv show ... yet.
-- He was recently chosen to be a torch bearer for the 2008 Beijing Olympics (the first boy band member ever given this honor)
Tribute Video
Clip from "Full House" where he introduces himself & does some ballet
Showing off his martial arts skills
Showing his other specialty: Chinese traditional dance
In his apartment with Heechul getting packed for a trip home - they act like such a married couple
Bloopers from his appearance on a Chinese show - his laugh is so adorable!
A short interview with his mom - I challenge you to watch this and not cry
Yesung - The Oddball
He's much sexier & prettier than people give him credit for but he always gets himself into situations that make everyone laugh at him. And his jokes are ... weird or don't totally make sense. But it's his uniqueness that sets him apart from the others and he has a really kind heart. Many of the younger members have said that he takes really good care of them and listens to what they have to say. Plus he's got an amazing voice!
-- His real name is Kim Jongwoon
-- His birthday is August 24, 1984
-- He's good friends with Jaejoong of DBSK
-- He use to be a DJ for his own radio show "M.I.R.A.C.L.E for You" but now is regular guest on Sundays on "Sukira".
-- His scenes use to get cut out when they first made appearances and now it's just become a running joke.
-- He really cares about his mom and always talks about wanting to make her proud
-- He has the smallest hands you'll ever see!
Tribute Video
Showbiz Extra Interview (with English Subtitles)
Hilarious scenes from the show "Exploration of the Human Body" - Part 1 - Part 2 - Part 3
Singing a beautiful duet with Dana
Kangin - The Big Brother
The thing Kangin is most known for is picking on the other members. Not only the younger ones but those older than him too. And he usually gets away with it because everyone's afraid of his strength/anger. Some people don't like that side of him but I find it hilarious. Besides, the members respect him so much even after being victim to his pranks so he must show his gentler side to them in private. He doesn't usually talk about his feeling on-camera but he says stuff once in a while that shows what a softie he really is.
-- His real name is Kim Youngwoon
-- His birthday is January 17, 1985
-- He was given the nickname "Raccoon" by Anya on their show Full House
-- He's often paired up with Eeteuk (but I'm also fond of Sungmin because I like how Kangin acts cute around him)
-- He appears regularly on variety shows and is a regular guest on "Change" right now.
-- He is also co-DJ of the radio show Chinchin (Good Friend Radio)
-- He loves kids and is often seen kissing & taking care of them
-- He lost 30 kgs (66 lbs) in one month before his debut!
-- Even though he puts on a tough exterior, he and the other members have said that his heart is weaker than Eeteuk's.
Tribute Video
Another Tribute Video
Showbiz Extra Interview (with English Subtitles)
His video diary where the camera follows him around for a day
Crying because of the hurtful comments left by the anti-fans
Shindong - The Comedian
I found out recently that a lot of people made fun of his weight when SuJu first debuted and I wanted to hug him. I mean I was kind of surprised too but after I saw him dance, I understood why he had been chosen as a member. He's so much more agile than some of the "skinnier" members and has great stamina. Plus he's super nice and hilarious too. He always says hilarious lines with a straight face that makes me crack up.
-- His real name is Shin Donghee
-- His birthday is September 28, 1985
-- He's usually paired up with Sungmin because they're really close friends and he said that when he first met the members he thought Sungmin was the most handsome
-- He's the DJ of "Shimshi Tapa", the MC of "BoBoBo Ai Joa" and has a role in the drama "Single Father in Love"
-- He buys his clothes off the internet so it doesn't have to worry about not finding his size
-- He likes to ride scooters with Sungmin
Showbiz Extra Interview (with English Subtitles)
An Amazing Dance Performance!
Hilarious cuts from Manwon Happiness - watch him negotiate for food and cook meat using candles!
A totally random & crazy parody he did with Eunhyuk
A Star Wars mock battle with Siwon - look at that saber-twirling skill & flexibility
Sungmin - The Princess Warrior
He has one of the most innocent & adorable faces I've ever seen. So it's no wonder that he loves to act cute and be doted on by the members. I don't think there's a single member who can be mean to Minnie when he turns on his "puppy eyes". He can even melt Kangin which is a feat worth celebrating in itself. Although he may know more for his cuteness, that changes completely when he's dancing or doing martial arts. The intensity and charisma just oozes out of him then. And he's a very talented musician who can play many instruments.
-- His birthday is January 1, 1986
-- His nickname is Pumpkin because that's his favorite food.
-- He's often paired up with Eunhyuk ( they were suppose to debut in a group with Xiah Junsu), Kyuhyun ( they were so cute together in this drama), Ryeowook ( cuteness overload!)
-- Or Kangin who I'm devoting an entire line to because they are so freaking adorable. They've even kissed! And Kangin doesn't like to share.
-- He is co-DJ of the radio show Chunji (Reckless Radio)
-- He attends Seoul Institute of the Arts and is majoring in Broadcasting and Television Entertainment
-- He's also very skilled at martial arts. Even nun chucks!
-- He play tons of instruments including the guitar, the piano & the drums. And wants to learn the clarinet & harmonica.
-- He loves the color pink. A lot.
-- He's the third member who is usually forced to dress up as a girl. (or as a punishment for losing a game)
Tribute Video
A Cuteness Tribute
Showbiz Extra Interview (with English Subtitles)
Heechul talks about his cuteness
Playing With A Kitten
Playing the guitar & singing a song in ENGLISH
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Credits
Information: Gathered from Wikipedia, La'MISS:fairy @ Soompi, super_junior, various shows & interviews
Pictures: As tagged on the individual pics, AsiaFanatics and various users @ Soompi, DNBN, Bestiz & SJ-Market
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Coming up...
Chapter 3: Music Videos (including appearances in other artists' videos)
Chapter 4: Members - Part 2 (Eunhyuk, Donghae, Siwon, Ryeowook, Kibum, Kyuhyun, Zhou Mi & Henry)
Previous Chapters
Chapter 1: The Music (This is locked because of the download links so you have to join carmendove_rndm to see it.)
It took me quite a few days to gather all of this together so please leave a comment if you enjoyed it and/or found it helpful.