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Watch: Seventeen Dino’s Character Pi Cheolin Debuts at Golden Disc Awards

SEVENTEEN's Dino performs with BSS as his fictional character Pi Cheolin. Credit: Twitter/SEVENTEEN

From being a nosy old man to becoming BOMG’s CEO, Pi Cheolin has finally made his debut as a performer!

At the 38th Golden Disc Awards held in Indonesia on Saturday, January 6, K-Pop fans witnessed an entertaining performance as Dino of the boy group SEVENTEEN, brought his fictional character Pi Cheolin on the BooSeokSoon stage.

During the ceremony, SEVENTEEN’s subunit BooSeokSoon (BSS), composed of members Seungkwan, Dokyeom and Hoshi, performed a new rendition of their track “Fighting.” Originally featuring rapper Lee Young Ji, the trio surprised fans as they brought Dino, in his Pi Cheolin persona in particular, to cover her rap parts.

For those who don’t know, Pi Cheolin is Dino’s portrayal of a nosy old man. It started off as an inside joke from a previous Carat Land fan meeting and has become a well-loved character in the fandom. 

Recently, during SEVENTEEN’s “God of Music” comeback, Pi Cheolin returned as the CEO of BOMG, another comedy stint by the 13-member group. Notably, it was through this skit that the group birthed the trot parody single “God of Light Music.”

CARATs’ reaction to “debut” of Pi Cheolin

On social media, Carats, SEVENTEEN’s fanbase, immediately expressed their surprise to see Pi Cheolin with the subunit. “Truly an iconic stage,” one fan wrote.

Other fans, meanwhile, applauded Dino’s versatility and professionalism as he stayed in character for the whole performance. Moreover, fans also said that there is no other group as committed to their inside jokes as SEVENTEEN.

 

Furthermore, several clips of the SEVENTEEN members’ reactions also went viral upon the appearance of Pi Cheolin. Some fans pointed out that the members had no clue as well that they would see Dino’s old man character take over the stage.

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SEVENTEEN’s wins at GDA

Aside from BSS and Dino bringing laughter to the audience, SEVENTEEN also performed their tracks “Super,” the Korean version of “Ima” and “God of Music” as a whole group. 

In addition to their stellar performances, the 13-piece act had one more thing to celebrate. During the GDA awarding ceremony, SEVENTEEN took home the Grand Prize for the Album of the Year for their 10th EP FML. On the other hand, BooSeokSoon, bagged the Best Digital Song Award for the track “Fighting.”

Featured image: SEVENTEEN’s Dino performs with BSS as his fictional character Pi Cheol In. Credit: Twitter/SEVENTEEN

 

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SEVENTEEN’s Dino Reacts to Unexpected Dating Question

Dino had a hilarious reaction to being asked an unexpected dating question. The SEVENTEEN maknae was recently asked if he is seeing anyone and Lee Chan’s reaction endeared him even more to his fans!

Dino Reacts to Unexpected Dating Question

SEVENTEEN’s Dino recently appeared on Kim Jaejoong’s show “Jaefriends” where he became the center of attention for his candid response to a question about dating. Known for his exceptional skills as an all-around idol, Dino has captured the hearts of fans with his talents in vocals, rap, dance, visuals, and charisma since his debut.

During the episode, Kim Jaejoong playfully asked Dino about his dating experiences, a topic that often sparks curiosity and speculation in the K-pop industry. The question seemed to catch Dino off guard, evident in his confused reaction. With a seasoned approach gained from years in the industry, Dino diplomatically explained that he understands the feeling of “liking someone” without delving into specific details.

Jaejoong continued the light-hearted banter by revealing, “I’m currently dating someone. But my fans know.” The statement, a common trope in the K-pop world where idols humorously claim to be in a relationship with their fans, momentarily left Dino surprised. He quickly caught on and responded with a touch of humor, saying, “There was an answer you wanted to hear?” and then playfully shared that he is dating CARATs, SEVENTEEN’s dedicated fanbase.

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Dino’s adorable and genuine reaction to the unexpected dating question endeared him to fans even more. The lighthearted exchange showcased Dino’s down-to-earth personality and ability to navigate playful moments on variety shows. Netizens appreciated his sincerity and found the interaction between Dino and Jaejoong amusing, highlighting the human side of idols when faced with an unexpected dating question.

As SEVENTEEN continues to engage with fans through various media appearances, moments like these contribute to the group’s connection with audiences. Dino’s endearing response on “Jaefriends” adds to the list of memorable and relatable moments that fans cherish, further solidifying his status as an idol loved for both his talent and personality.

Dino is currently promoting his first solo mixtape ‘Wait’ and the single of the same name.

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SEVENTEEN’s Dino Confirms Solo Mixtape, OST Are in the Works

Dino in a concept photo for SEVENTEENTH HEAVEN. Credit: Facebook/SEVENTEEN

Fans of K-pop boy group SEVENTEEN are sent into a frenzy when member Dino has finally confirmed that he’ll be releasing several solo works soon. 

Rumors that SEVENTEEN’s youngest member is gearing up for his solo mixtape started when his co-member Hoshi mentioned it during the episode of Waggle Waggle. Interestingly, producer Na Youngseok, or also known as Na PD, also hinted at Dino’s solo activity in a livestream with SEVENTEEN. 

Since speculations about his solo mixtape already went viral on social media, Dino then addressed it in a recent Weverse live. 

Will Dino be the next SEVENTEEN member to release TTT? 

In the livestream, the group’s main dancer confirmed that he’s working on his solo mixtape. 

As PLEDIS Entertainment is yet to make an official announcement about it, Dino said that he won’t reveal other details yet. 

Still, he expressed his excitement for the said release as he recalled how much he’s been dreaming of releasing music as a solo artist. Furthermore, he also assured fans that he really worked hard for his upcoming solo mixtape. And that he drew inspiration from the artists he looked up to, including Michael Jackson. 

With this, CARATs are eagerly anticipating if Dino’s solo mixtape will fall under SEVENTEEN’s TTT project. 

For those unfamiliar, TTT — or The Thirteen Tapes — is a long-term project of SEVENTEEN wherein all 13 members of the group release their solo mixtapes. 

So far, only Hoshi, Woozi, and Vernon had their own TTTs. To recall, Hoshi released Spider in April 2021, Woozi with Ruby in January 2022, and Vernon with Black Eye in December 2022. 

Prior to this upcoming solo mixtape, Dino also has several solo releases including “High-Five,” “Last Order,” “0(Zero) and “The Real Thing.” 

Mixtape and OST

But the excitement didn’t stop there as Dino also confirmed that he worked on his first solo drama OST. 

A preview of the SEVENTEEN member singing the OST for the drama Castaway Diva circulated on social media. As of writing, additional details about the said OST have yet to be announced. 

During his livestream, the idol also mentioned that the OST was also a pleasant surprise for him. 

Notably, these solo activities came shortly after SEVENTEEN released their 11th mini-album SEVENTEENTH HEAVEN. Moreover, the group is also embarking on their concert world tour FOLLOW. 

Despite these loaded schedules, it’s nice to see Dino also pursuing more solo works on his own.

Featured image: Dino in a concept photo for SEVENTEENTH HEAVEN. Credit: Facebook/SEVENTEEN

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SEVENTEEN’s Dino Shares True Reason For Renewing His Contract

There is little doubt that being the youngest in a group with 13 members is not easy. However, Dino appears to take it all in stride. The SEVENTEEN maknae recently spoke about his loyalty to the idol group and revealed the true reason why he decided to renew his contract with PLEDIS Entertainment.

DINO Opens Up About Renewing Contract With All 13 SEVENTEEN Members

On October 23, a video featuring SEVENTEEN’s Dino and Mingyu was shared on comedian Shin Dong Yup’s YouTube channel. During the interview, Dino expressed his loyalty to SEVENTEEN and discussed the future of the group.

“I think about [the future] a lot these days,” he said. “We are the first singers to renew our contracts as 13 members, and I contemplate about if we will be together in the future or if we will be separate. I also think about what I want to do.”

Shin Dong Yup inquired about the members’ contemplation of the future, particularly given their recent ninth debut anniversary. Dino took the opportunity to convey the true reason behind his decision to renew his contract with SEVENTEEN, and his response was truly heartwarming.

“The reason I renewed my contract with SEVENTEEN is because if I’m not with these members, I don’t think I can enjoy activities as much as I do now. It’s one of the reasons I want to be with SEVENTEEN for a long time. Because of the people, sincerely,” he said.

It truly confirms that Dino is fully committed to the idol group but that doesn’t mean it was an easy decision. In a 2022 interview with Billboard, SEVENTEEN members revealed that the decision to renew their contracts had been a challenging one, causing them significant stress.

Despite the difficulties, all 13 members ultimately chose to renew. It was a decision that brought immense joy to CARATs and guaranteed the group’s bright future. Since then, SEVENTEEN has released several hits including “God of Music”, the title track from their latest album ‘SEVENTEENTH HEAVEN’.

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‘Magic Lamp’ Featuring Seventeen’s Jeonghan and Dino Unveils Official Teaser

The cast members of Magic Lamp. Credit: Twitter/Magic Lamp

Get ready for another exciting show, CARATs! SEVENTEEN members Jeonghan and Dino are about to showcase their variety skills in the new travel series titled Magic Lamp.

But what makes the show even more exciting is they’ll be joined by several other Hallyu stars. Other cast members include Kim Jaejoong, Kanghee, Choi Seok Woon, Junpi, and Lee Joo Ahn. 

On Monday, September 18, the show unveiled the official teaser for Magic Lamp. In the 30-second teaser, fans are given a glimpse of how the seven celebrities bonded. 

For those unfamiliar, Magic Lamp is a travel reality program which follows the cast members on their “good-looking” drinking trip. The filming took place in Montpellier, France, which is known to be one of the best vacation spots in Europe. 

Moreover, Magic Lamp will have a total of 10 episodes and it will premiere on September 25. 

Meet the Magic Lamp cast

Prior to the trailer, the show has also been releasing individual posters for each character member. 

First is former TVXQ member Kim Jaejoong, who will lead his castmates as he’s the eldest in the group. In 2023, The 37-year old singer celebrated his 20th debut anniversary.

Another star who will take part in the show is actor Kanghee. He showed his charm in his appearances in the dramas Sky Castle, True Beauty, and Snowdrop. However, for Magic Lamp, he plans to showcase the entertainer side of him.

Meanwhile, SEVENTEEN’s Jeonghan and Dino are already known for their humor in their own web series Going Seventeen. Unsurprisingly, the two idols are expected to showcase more of their skills in their first appearance in a travel reality program.

Also joining the team is singer-actor Choi Seok Won, who goes by the stage name Tan. In 2021, he debuted as a member of CIIPHER but left the group in August 2023. After that, he also kicked off his acting career with his guest appearance in the drama Ghost Doctor.

Lastly, musician and pianist Junpi and rising actor Lee Joo Ahn complete the cast.

With this unique lineup of cast, fans are already anticipating how the chemistry between the members will be in Magic Lamp. In Jaejoong’s Idol Radio appearance, he talked about how he got closer to Jeonghan and Dino while filming. Despite being awkward and unfamiliar at first, they said the cast members kept in touch even when the show wrapped up. 

As proof of their growing friendship, some of the Magic Lamp cast members also attended SEVENTEEN’s Follow concert in Seoul to support Jeonghan and Dino. 

Variety Gods SEVENTEEN

For CARATs, Magic Lamp is another addition to the growing list of variety shows they’ll have to keep track of in 2023. On top of the weekly Going Seventeen episodes. 

First was the already-concluded Bro Marble, which saw members Joshua and Hoshi. 

Then, Seungkwan is set to star in the Netflix survival show The Devil’s Plan. Its first episode will air on September 26.

Lastly, SEVENTEEN has also finished shooting Youth Over Flowers with the well-known producer Na Yeong-seok or Na PD. The 13-member group earned the opportunity to star in the travel variety show after winning a chance on Na PD’s Youtube program Game Caterers. As of writing, details about its release are yet to be announced.

Featured image: The cast members of Magic Lamp. Credit: Twitter/Magic Lamp

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Seventeen’s Joshua, DK, and Dino Featured on New Kids on the Block’s ‘Dirty Dancing’ Remix

DK,Dino, and Joshua for SEVENTEEN's photobook 'The Name; 17.' Credit: Facebook/SEVENTEEN

Boy band fans unite!  K-pop boy group SEVENTEEN and American boy band New Kids on The Block (NKOTB) joined forces for a remix version of the track “Dirty Dancing.” 

Initially released in 2008, “Dirty Dancing” was part of NKOTB’s album The Block. To celebrate the 15th anniversary of the album, the band will be releasing a special edition album titled The Block Revisited. According to Billboard, the revisited LP will feature bonus materials from its initially star-studded tracklist. 

On Friday, September 1, NKOTB released a reimagining of the 2008 single, which featured a remix by Dem Jointz and SEVENTEEN members Joshua, DK, and Dino. 

 

All three of the SEVENTEEN members also had their lyrics in English, with member Dino even showcasing his rapping skills. 

The collaboration between SEVENTEEN and New Kids on the Block was first teased in late August. The American boy band shared a tweet saying “17,” to which the K-pop boy group replied with an emoji of raising their hands. 

SEVENTEEN members’ reaction on ‘Dirty Dancing’ remix 

Since the collaboration was confirmed, both fans of the group have expressed their excitement for the release. 

Aside from the fans, the SEVENTEEN members involved in the collaboration were also looking forward to working with NKOTB. 

In a video, Joshua, Dino, and DK opened up about how it’s like working with an American band. 

 

Joshua, who grew up in America, revealed that her mother used to love NKOTB and that “Dirty Dancing” was one of his favorite songs. 

“It’s fascinating to make music with them,” he said. “It’s amazing that we got to do a remix with them. I really love this song.” 

For his part, DK shared that it’s an “honor” for them to be featured in the remix. “I hope it turns out to be a great collaboration,” he said. 

Additionally, he also left a message to their fans: “I hope you love and enjoy ‘Dirty Dancing.’”

Meanwhile, Dino opened up about how he prepared for his part in the remix. “I think a lot about the vibe when recording. And if it’s in a different language, I’ll try to make sure I sound as natural as possible.”

Like DK, the youngest member also hoped that their fans would enjoy the remix. “All of us really worked hard on this track. And this was an honor for us as well.” 

SEVENTEEN’s upcoming activities 

The collaboration with NKOTB came after SEVENTEEN released their first compilation album Always Yours.

Currently, SEVENTEEN will have their Japan dome tour for their FOLLOW concert. 

Additionally, the group is set to return with their 11th mini-album in October. Final details about that specific comeback have yet to be announced as of writing. 

Moreover, the October comeback will see the return of Seungkwan, who’s been on hiatus since July. 

Featured image: DK, Dino, and Joshua for SEVENTEEN’s photobook ‘The Name; 17.’ Credit: Facebook/SEVENTEEN

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