K-pop idols are known for delivering unforgettable visual spectacles at every event, and the recent Waterbomb Festival in Tokyo was no exception. Amidst a line-up featuring many high-profile acts, it was ATEEZ‘s Mingi who emerged as the showstopper, leaving fans and netizens spellbound.
Mingi‘s allure was not just in his looks but also in his charisma and talent. He took to the stage in a pair of jeans, a plain white shirt, stylish sunnies, and two gold chains—in other words, the perfect boy-next-door look. His outfit, combined with his charisma, made fans’ hearts race. When Mingi got wet, he looked even sexier.
230729 WATERBOMB Tokyo#ATEEZ #에이티즈 #민기 #MINGI #エイティーズ pic.twitter.com/5AEUK340YO
— Consta🐰 (@Constance_0809) July 29, 2023
But what is it about a hot guy in wet clothes that’s considered sexy? In the context of Mingi and the Waterbomb Festival in Tokyo, the idol’s wet clothes clung to his body, accentuating his physique and highlighting his physical fitness. People often associate those traits with attractiveness. The image of him wearing wet clothes also suggested a certain intimacy and vulnerability that fans found appealing. The novelty of catching Mingi in that state added an element of excitement and intrigue. Moreover, by portraying attractive men in wet clothes in romantic and sensual contexts, the media actively shapes societal perceptions of what’s sexy.
But Mingi wasn’t just there to showcase his looks. He was there to entertain and entertain he did. Mingi fully embraced the spirit of the festival, engaging with fans and fellow members by spraying them with water and allowing himself to get drenched. By the end of ATEEZ’s set, Mingi was totally soaked, his white shirt providing a show of its own.
230729 WATERBOMB Tokyo#ATEEZ #에이티즈 #민기 #MINGI #エイティーズ pic.twitter.com/56gRRkIgrE
— Consta🐰 (@Constance_0809) July 29, 2023
Mingi was the trending topic of the day
The highlight of the day was a fan-recorded video of Mingi dancing, which has since gone viral. His movements, perfectly in sync with the beat, were irresistible. The fan filming the moment couldn’t help but squeal in delight, making the scene even more memorable.
Mingi‘s look and stage presence turned him into the trending topic of the day. His performance at the Waterbomb Festival in Tokyo redefined the concept of a “wet look.” Mingi’s charisma created a wave that inevitably swept fans and netizens alike off their feet.
atinys, don't be shy. release the "the first thing i look at is a man's heart, the fact that his tiddies is in front of it is not my fault" edits. 😭 OHMY F GOD MINGI ?!? #ATEEZ_WATERBOMB
— haya 黄 🐉 (@cinnamoonhyune) July 29, 2023
https://twitter.com/shaiamidpact/status/1685343851496742913
Fans are still recovering from the “Mingi effect,” with numerous tweets and posts exclaiming: “Am I a joke to you, Mingi?”
Given his performance at this year’s Waterbomb Festival in Tokyo, it’s clear the KQ Entertainment idol has raised the bar for fan service and stage presence. – K-Pop News Writer
Featured Image: One ATINY snapped as many pictures as possible to preserve Mingi’s wet look for posterity. Source: Twitter/@Constance_0809’s Twitter account.