An Uzbekistani K2YWE Talks About Her Favorite Group BLANK2Y And Her Bias DK

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There are K-Pop fans across the globe who share the same passion. But on online platforms, it is hard to know about each other's stories and K-Pop life. Even if we are in the same fandom, it is hard to get to know each other.

So at Kpopmap, we started the Kpopmap Fan Interview Project to get to know more about K-Pop fans from different countries: more about their K-Pop life and tastes and to give them the opportunity to share with our readers about their favorite group(s) and bias.

Liya from Uzbekistan is the next fan to answer our questions. She is a fan of BLANK2Y, particularly of DK! Check out how she entered the fandom, the songs and content she advises to new fans, and much more!

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Can you introduce yourself? Where are you from?

Hello! I'm Liya from Uzbekistan! My real muslim name is Laylo.

How and when did you enter the fandom?

I found out that ENOi's DongHyuk (Avin) and 1the9's Louis (TaeWoo) will be debuting in a new group soon. I was overwhelmed by the news and was looking forward to their debut as I loved their former bands so much. After the introduction of the new member of the group, I recognized SungJun, who was a "W Project 4" trainee, and whose debut I was also waiting for. But SungJun was no longer in the lineup. Also, Mikey was one of my favorite trainees on "Produce 101 Japan". I also watched the "Extreme Debut Wild Idol" show, where I know SiWoo from. Also YoungBin from "I-LAND"!

What are the reasons why you love your favorite group?

Actually, I am the leader of the Uzbek fandom of BLANK2Y. I wanted a lot of people to recognize this amazing band! They also love their fans. I wanted many fans to feel the love that BLANK2Y give to me- K2YWE. and most importantly- give the same love to BLANK2Y! I think that BLANK2Y is capable of a lot!

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Who caught your attention at first and why?

I think it's Mikey, except for the fact that I already knew TaeWoo and DongHyuk very wellㅎㅎㅎ Mikey's facial features remind me of my brother. I was also attracted by his charisma, voice and how amazing he looks on stage.

Who is your bias, and why?

Мy bias is DK. I can't describe in words how much I love and support him! Once, in an interview, he said that not everyone notices him at first, but if you look closely, you can fall in love with him. Exactly the same happened to me. I really like his voice and the way he dances. His skills are truly amazing! He was worthy of his debut in the group!

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Can you recommend a fancam, V Live, cover video, cover dance, or individual content video of your bias to our readers?

'Thumbs Up', 'Fearless'. I think a lot of people would really like these songs

Can you also do the same type of recommendation for the group?

I think BLANK2Y's TikTok videos are great! My favorite video with DK is his cover of "새삥" with TaeWoo! Мy team and I recently repeated BLANK2Y's videos they posted on TikTok called "everybody scream"ㅋㅋㅋㅋ.

@blank2y_official_ 나는 블랭키🕺 모든 게 다 블랭키🌟 #BLANK2Y #블랭키 #DK #디케이 #LOUIS #루이 #WEDEMBOYZ #위댐보이즈 #스트릿맨파이터 #스맨파 #ZICO #지코 #새삥 #새삥챌린지 ♬ 오리지널 사운드 - mnet_tiktok_official

@blank2y_official_ 소리질러 블랭키😜 #BLANK2Y #블랭키 #디케이 #DK #루이 #LOUIS #동혁 #DONGHYUK #마이키 #MIKEY #유 #U #영빈 #YOUNGBIN #성준 #SUNGJUN #소담 #SODAM #screamchallenge #scream ♬ S.I.M.P (Squirrels In My Pants) [From 'Phineas And Ferb'] - Geek Music

Also, I advise you to watch their pre-debut show "BLANK2Y'S". My all-time favorite series where BLANK2Y play different games and at the end of the day prank DoKyun on his birthday!

Can you share with us one of your favorite lyrics?

These lines from the song 'I Wish' make me cry:
"언젠가 찾을 기적을 난 기도해봐요
헤메다 지쳐 잃어버린 길의
끝에 서있을테니까 Oh 난
똑같은 자리에
너는 또 어떤 모습으로
기다릴지 몰라 날 잡아줘."

What is your best souvenir with your favorite group until now?

Тhe day before the video call with BLANK2Y, there was a live stream on Instagram hosted by Mikey. Then I wrote: "See you tomorrow" and Mikey read my comment. During the video call, I reminded him of this comment and he remembered. It was very nice.
In general, I will never forget a video call with BLANK2Y. I was very glad that they remember me. I was happy with their look, which was filled with love for the fan (for me).

Can you recommend words that your bias like to hear to new fans who don't know yet about it?

I remember DK saying in an interview with Hwaiting LIVE that he had learned "I love you" in Japanese and that he liked the sound of it. Confess your love to DK more often in Japanese ㅋㅋㅋㅋ.

Can you describe your bias in only one word?

사랑.

Can you share a fun episode that only fans from your fandom know to readers?

Episode 4 of "BLANK2Y'S" when they played games.

If you are collecting goods, what is your most precious treasure?

This is an album signed by BLANK2Y in concert.

If you have a chance to cook for the group, what will you cook for them?

I'm good at making salads. I think I would cook them Olivier, Crab Salad or Smack.

If you can spend a day with your bias, where will you go and what will you do?

This question makes me blush😅. I think a walk in the park and a picnic would be the best option. Quiet and pleasant environment helps to feel comfortable.

What's your favourite 2022 moment involving your bias?

The concert in Uzbekistan!!!!

Do you have a dream subunit/unit?

Would like to see more interactions with THE BOYZ, DRIPPIN, OMEGA X, WEi, Ciipher and TAN.

Please recommend your favorite selfie by your bias.

This photo.

Name a variety show/content show that you would love to see your bias on? Tell us why.

"Weekly Idol". This show is always fun

What is your favourite way of communicating with your bias?

Face to face. But despite being an extrovert, I can be shy. I can forget absolutely everything, even my name 😅.

What do you have in common with your favourite idol?

In fact, it seems to me that I have little in common with DK, since I am an extrovert, and he is an introvert. However, I think opposite people attract ㅋㅋㅋㅋ But many of the staff said that Mikey and I are very similar in our behavior. Once they even said that if I, DongHyuk and Mikey were friends, then we will be the most noisy and crazy gangㅋㅋㅋ.

Is your bias different while performing and in real life? What is your reaction to the difference (if there's any)?

Not at all! Not only my bias, all BLANK2Y members are just as sincere and kind in real life! They are caring, sweet and truly beautiful in real life!

If you could write a book about your bias, what would the first and last lines be?

First line: "The most amazing, hard-working and diligent guy named Kim DoKyun."
Last line: "Kim DoKyun achieved everything he wanted and now he is happy."

Have you ever made a new friend because of K-Pop?

Certainly! There are a lot of them! Of the foreign K2YWEs, I have most of all found common ground with the Malaysian fanclub leaders! They were kind to me!

What is your favorite group/bias' influence on your daily life?

I used to learn Korean just to understand and watch different content in Korean (I like bands that are not very popular and not all shows have translations into Russian, and there is almost nothing in Uzbek). I'm currently learning Korean so that in the future, when I meet BLANK2Y again, I can speak to them in their preferred language! Also, it is BLANK2Y that makes me happy to this day, as they have played a very big role in my life! Thanks to them, my 2022 has become unforgettable! Тhey were the first ones my mom started to support me for, because she used to be against my K-Pop hobby. But after I became passionate about organizing the BLANK2Y concert, she began to study BLANK2Y and said she likes them ㅠㅠㅠ It may sound strange to some, but I became so happy because she began to understand and accept my interests. BLANK2Y became my key to happiness!

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What is your favorite side of yourself as a fangirl/fanboy?

I think my biggest plus is that I know my limits! I know idols are normal people too! I don’t make them uncomfortable, but on the contrary, I try to be further away so that they feel comfortable. Their safety and sense of comfort is important to me. I understood all this when BLANK2Y gave a concert in Uzbekistan. Since this is the first time that a KPOP group has performed a big concert in Uzbekistan, many Uzbek fans have gone crazy at the sight of the perfect male idols. Many fans ran after BLANK2Y to take pictures of them, it was very crowded and the fans were too close to them. So this made BLANK2Y uncomfortable.

Do you feel there are any misunderstandings, things that are not well known, or any prejudices about your favorite group from other fans (non-fans)?

I have never seen any hate towards the group. Not to a concert, not to personalities, not to their songs. Even so, I ignore any hate or rumors towards the group and do not participate in disputes.

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Liya's message for BLANK2Y:

Never give up! We, K2YWE, will always support you! We love you! You will succeed! You're the best! You're handsome! You're talented! You're precious!

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Picture from Liya

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Thank you for answering our questions, Liya.