Park Ji-hoon is best known for being part of Wanna One, a group formed via survival competition show Produce 101.
Since Wanna One disbanded, the members, including Park Ji-hoon, have either embarked on solo careers or gone back to their former groups.
Park Ji-hoon is making his solo debut with the album O’Clock, which is scheduled for release tomorrow, March 26. During the press conference for his 2019 Asia Fan Meeting in Manila, “First Edition,” at the Araneta Coliseum, he was asked to give a clue as to the concept of his album.
“I went to Prague for my music video [‘L.O.V.E.’]. I hope you can watch and support my music video because it’s really beautiful like the places where we shot it,” he said, asking everyone to wait for the release.
But aside from that, Park Ji-hoon was game in answering questions, both during the press conference and the fan meeting.
He revealed that he and the Wanna One members support each others’ careers, and that they have a Kakao Talk group chat.
By the way, you might be wondering why we’re talking about a male K-pop star in a space that usually deals about beauty and style. That’s because I look at Park Ji-hoon and see someone whose aesthetic is top-notch. He is attractive, yes, but he and his stylists really know how he should look and don’t mess up. His hair and makeup are always on point. For example, during the press conference, Park Ji-hoon was in a beige suit with brown leather shoes. The beige went well with his skin tone and made him look young but very polished.
“The staff helps me with fashion. It’s thanks to them that I have good fashion,” said the 19-year-old. If he were a fragrance, Park Ji-hoon said he’d be a “musky scent” because he has a “cool personality.”
As for his style, Park Ji-hoon says he always goes for comfort. In fact, during the fan meeting, he said his favorite fashion item is slippers.
“You can wear slippers anywhere. They’re very comfortable.”
Airport fashion is very big in the K-pop scene. Many idols are actually styled when they go to the airport. Park Ji-hoon’s favorite airport fashion item is, not surprisingly, AirPods.
“I like listening to music when I sleep so AirPods are important.” During the fan meet, Park Ji-hoon performed songs such as “Hide And Seek,” “Press Your Number,” “I Wanna Have,” “11” and “Young 20,” a track produced by fellow Wanna One member Lee Dae-hwi with lyrics cowritten by Park Ji-hoon.
Park Ji-hoon was a child actor who appeared in dramas, such as Jumong and Kimchi Cheese Smile. He said watching idols perform inspired him to be a singer.
He asked his fans, the Mays, to continue their support for him.
“I’m glad we were able to make new memories together. I will try my best so that we can meet more often so please look forward to it. Mahal ko kayo, Filipino Mays. You guys are really my flowers. ’Till the day we meet again, please wait for it.”
The 2019 Park Ji-hoon Asia Fan Meeting in Manila First Edition was presented by Maroo Entertainment, YJ Partners and PULP Live World.