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If you are a Kpopmap reader, you would've noticed an ongoing weekly series called "Girl Crush" that explores women in the Korean industry that many admire and have a crush on.
Welcome to the thirty-third article of our weekly series "Boy Crush"! This series will appreciate the men in K-Pop and K-Dramas that we have a crush on based on anything from their style, talent, personality, overall vibe, etc. We will learn more about the most crushable boys in the Korean industry and their incredible achievements.
Check out the previous articles featuring the boy crushes that have already been covered here!
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Let's get to know our crush, MoonBin!
NEIKIDNIS
MoonBin is famous as a member of the top-tier talented boy group ASTRO which is a source of light in the K-Pop industry. MoonBin is known for his stunning vocals and impressive dance skills in the group among endless other things.
Let's get to know more about this underappreciated gem who deserves more spotlight.
If you're new to MoonBin, here's some basic information about him. MoonBin was born on January 26, 1998, and has been a lovable force to reckon with ever since.
MoonBin has had star power since he was young. He was a model for children's clothing brands which naturally lead him on a path to starhood. He once explained that he joined the entertainment industry through his parents' influence but soon it felt exciting to him. The thrill of being on stage was what won him over.
On a side note, speaking of his childhood, one of the most endearing things about MoonBin is that he still looks just as adorable today as he did when he was a child, especially when he's smiling.
The way that his eyes turn into crescent moons will steal your heart in a matter of seconds.
Back to the article, MoonBin made his debut with ASTRO in 2016, becoming part of AROHA's lives.
AROHA is ASTRO's fandom.*
MoonBin is an artist who commands the stage and grabs your attention the moment he is on it. He is one of the idols who personifies the expression 'born to be on stage'. There is a natural magnetism and allure to his stage persona.
Firstly, if you're looking for stable live vocals; look no further. Everybody knows that MoonBin is a dancing machine and yet his vocal performance is flawless. No matter how powerful his moves are, you can rely on him for solid vocals.
He is also known for being pitch-perfect. This is why he is often the source behind the heavenly harmonies heard in ASTRO's songs.
Check out his voice in this cover of 'Phonecert' by 10cm.
Additionally, MoonBin has some of the best dance lines in K-Pop. With his tall height, long limbs, and muscular body, he accentuates any choreography as if it was made with his dance lines in mind.
He has a delicate and pretty air to his dance style whilst being simultaneously powerful and agile. His dancing is very detailed and he is quite expressive when it comes to his use of facial expressions.
MoonBin's flexibility, fluidity, sense of rhythm, and groove all come together to create the perfect quadfecta to top off his captivating moves.
You can read about 5 Times ASTRO's MoonBin Proved He Is An Amazing Performer And Dancer here.
Check out this 'WHO' fancam to see our point.
In 2020, he debuted as one-half of the ASTRO sub-unit MoonBin & SanHa which allowed AROHA to discover another side of him as an artist. The duo has shown us a darker and more mature concept that oozes a certain mystique.
This has highlighted MoonBin's duality even more.
His talents don't end at being an idol either but extend into other fields, too. MoonBin is also an idol actor, as well.
Did someone say all-rounder?
MoonBin is another of the idols who acts extremely well, disproving the stigma against idol acting. He has a compelling grip on portraying authentic emotions. In fact, he is especially talented at acting by conveying emotions through his eyes and utilizing the soft vocal tone that is the kryptonite of many AROHA.
No matter the industry, MoonBin is the master of whatever he puts his mind to.
An article dedicated to MoonBin wouldn't be complete without dedicating a section of it to his god-like visuals.
MoonBin has sharp features that give him a fox-like handsomeness. He has a gentle but chiseled impression that gives him a reliable appearance.
If you want to read more about just how gorgeous of a model he is, check out this article.
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NEIKIDNIS
His body is also often listed as one of the best among male K-Pop idols. He is quite muscular and fans especially go crazy for his rock-solid abs and rugged arms.
As a result, he has great stamina, is very strong, and is thus very athletic. He enjoys being active, exploring, and pushing himself and his body.
MoonBin even went viral recently for his ripped and toned physique at the Waterbomb Festival that took place in Busan.
#MOONBIN in real life: waterbomb photos#문빈 #ASTRO pic.twitter.com/BEkRUy7xcq
— MOONBIN 🌙️ (@Mb_loops) August 2, 2022
#MOONBIN being the main character once again at the waterbomb busan festival. the crazy amounts of instagram posts with high engagements. many knetz commented on his awesome physique and wished that they should've have went to the festival to see him 😭 pic.twitter.com/RCmilcZUQ4
— moonbin doing things (@bindoingthings) August 1, 2022
Many fans especially love the fact that he has such a fit body but still has a baby face.
As we mentioned earlier, MoonBin has a fox-like appeal which can switch to a puppy-like appeal. The word 'duality' is often used to describe idols who can do both bright/cute and dark/sexy concepts. This duality switch is almost effortless for MoonBin.
When he is a fox, he has a lethal charm that feels like looking at him too long will take away your last breath. When many fans see his sexy aura for the first time, they are stunned and have to remind themselves to inhale and exhale.
However, puppy MoonBin will leave you just as speechless. You might struggle to form words when you realize the existence of this adorable being. How can one person be so cute?
You'll never get the answer because the cuteness never ends, but he will definitely make your day brighter each time you look at him.
MoonBin is the kind of idol whose aegyo comes to him naturally. You may find a lot of his regular gestures and natural speech patterns effortlessly cute.
Due to his strong image, many K-Pop fans might not know that, at the end of the day, he is someone who needs a lot of affection. For example, he often asks his members for attention in the sweetest and sometimes whiniest ways, too.
He, himself, is quite attentive and observant. In fact, he is even able to identify all of his members just by their smell. That is how well he gets to know those who are close to him.
MoonBin has always been famous for being well-mannered, kind, and thoughtful. He treats his family, friends, members, and AROHA with complete sincerity and consideration. He is not only charismatic and charming but soft and dear.
You can often see this side of him in his interactions with his sister Billlie's Moon SuA, for example. Many find it hard to believe that they can be that close as he treats his sister so preciously.
He is sentimental and a perfectionist who always wants to showcase the best side of himself. He truly is the best boy.
We'll end this article with this heart-fluttering GIF.
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