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Stray Kids is undoubtedly one of the leading 4th generation K-Pop groups today, achieving unbelievable feats with their music and moving towards world domination with their unbeatable popularity. All the members are equally as beloved of their fans, STAY, as they are of the industry professionals themselves. Stray Kids was formed through a survival reality show under JYP to test and create the final lineup of Stray Kids. The members were hand-picked by Bang Chan himself and ever since then, he has stuck by them like their strongest pillar. To lead what is now known as one of the biggest K-Pop groups globally, is no easy task and yet, Bang Chan does it effortlessly, to the point where it feels like he's more the group's guardian in personal terms than their leader in professional ones. After all, Stray Kids is one big happy family.
Each member of Stray Kids has a unique personality that is truly inimitable and they are naturally therefore, loved for their individuality and special charms. With that said, here are 5 of the choicest Bang Chan moments that live in our heads rent free!
1. When he called STAY his "babygirls" and "baby boys"
We're not going to lie, the majority of Bang Chan's most iconic moments have come from his 'Chan's Room' episodes, which is what Bang Chan calls his weekly (and sometimes monthly) V-Live broadcasts, where he interacts with fans and talks about things that are on his mind. The particular moment we're talking about, happened when Chan was in quite a bit of a fix, trying to figure out one of the biggest questions of life. If STAY were his baby girls, would that make him their "daddy"? Before the thought could completely manifest itself however, Chan decided he knew better and stopped. However, his "baby girl" saga does not end there. On multiple ocassions, he has addressed his fans as baby girls and baby boys and has also addressed the fact that he gets called "daddy" a lot but chooses to think that it only means they see him as a father of the 8 kids that are Stray Kids. Finally, he has settled on "baby STAYs" for now.
2. The legendary UNO game
One of the most unforgettable Felix - Bang Chan interactions has to be their iconic game of UNO. In their long and competitive game, there comes a moment where a stand off stars with Felix playing the "pick two more" card. Chan counter-attacks with a "pick up four" card, which is further cancelled by a "pick up eight". By this time, it's a clear game. Felix is all but winning. However, in a final turn of events, Chan plays the "pick up twelve" card and the chaos that is unleashed remains legendary.
3. That one time he refused to hug STAY but only for a moment
One of STAY's favourite "Chan's Room" tradition is his ending hug. However, on one particular episode, Chan decided to tease his fans playfully by saying that he might end the live without the hug because it is up to him after all. However, STAY were quick to plead by saying "please", "don't leave us" and "we need it" which instantly melted Chan's heart and he adorably announced free hugs for everyone because hugs make everything better.
4. When he denied being K-Pop royalty
In another episode of "Chan's Room", a STAY left a comment saying Stray Kids were K-Pop royalty. However, Chan was quick to reply by firmly saying that they were not in fact K-Pop royalty because they still had a long way to go to get there but they're always trying their best. However, STAY know in their heart (and so do the music charts) that Stray Kids is in fact, K-Pop royalty. Chan's humility and grounded nature, however, is truly admirable to say the least.
5. Bang Chan x Ryan Reynolds
Stray Kids' Twitter / Ryan Reynolds' Twitter
Finally, one of the biggest and most iconic Bang Chan moments in recent times has to be his interaction with Deadpool, a.k.a Ryan Reynolds and almost half of Hollywood. Following an epic "Deadpool" inspired performance on a mash-up of 'God's Menu' and BLACKPINK's 'Ddu-du-ddu-du' on "Kingdom", which became the most watched "Kingdom" performance ever, Ryan Reynolds, the actor who plays Deadpool, took to Twitter to show his love for Stray Kids by replying to a fan edit of Felix and Deadpool with "oh hello @Stray_Kids." On his live show on May 23, Bang Chan further went on about how the "Deadpool" stage came about. That was enough to prompt Ryan to reply once again on Twitter with, "First, I have your autograph right here, Bang Chan. Will send to you this week. Second, as a new @Stray_Kids fan, can I get an autograph? #NewFavouriteAustralian.", holding a signed bottle of Aviation American Gin.
Maximum Effort even changed their Twitter bio to "skz stan account" and paid for Chan's Bubble subscription! The official Deadpool Twitter account tweeted a picture of Chan in his mask saying, "Pretty sure this is not officially licensed merchandise but we'll allow it", to which Ryan replied by saying, "Let's get him a real mask". Bang Chan followed this up with "I also have two things. First, an autograph for you? Already on its way. Along with some other goodies that might suit the Red Suit. Second, sorry @RealHughJackman #TheNewFavouriteAustralian.", holding a signed copy of their album "In Life" with "For, Big Brother Ryan..From, Your New Favourite Australian" written with a little heart. Even Hugh Jackman replied to this by saying, "No worries, Bang Chan! I just worry for @Stray_Kids now that @VancityReynolds is a fan. He can be a lot. Gotta watch out for my fellows Aussies! Hi Felix!" Now THIS is a cross-over we can definitely get behind!
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