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Welcome to the forty-third article of Kpopmap's weekly series "Idol vs. Model"!
This series will explore some idols with so much modeling potential that people who see them for the first time might confuse them with models instead of K-Pop idols.
Check out the rest of our "Idol vs. Model" articles here!
Readers voted for Bang YongGuk in our weekly poll to be featured this week.
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IVE's WonYoung
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Back to this week's feature!
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Bang YongGuk is famous as a soloist and former member of the hit boy group B.A.P. He is known as a hip-hop genius whose discography is filled with neverending masterpieces.
In addition to his astounding musicality, one can't leave out Bang YongGuk's visuals and aesthetic. Let's take a look at his model potential.
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Bang YongGuk's visuals have been described in a lot of ways over the years, including: 'offensively handsome', 'an overwhelming aura of handsome visuals', 'on point', 'tip-top visuals', and many more.
There is not enough space on the internet and not enough adjectives in the dictionary to define this masterpiece of a man.
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Bang YongGuk looks like the epitome of 'effortless chic'. He has a natural suaveness to him that will make anyone swoon, even if he is distracted doing something or wearing casual clothing.
Bang YongGuk's Instagram
We have to acknowledge his trendy fashion sense, too. His styling is always to the tee.
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Bang YongGuk's Instagram
Not to mention that it is interesting how a man whose music is synonymous with art, looks like a piece of art himself.
It is no secret that he has a fine eye for aesthetics and a talent for creative directing. Not only do these skills help him to convey certain messages in his music, but they also elevate his good looks.
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Lastly, let's take a moment to appreciate his bold facial features and knight-like face. His selfies are another aspect of his that never go out of style.
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Bang YongGuk's Instagram
Bang YongGuk's Instagram
Okay, just one more moment. We need to appreciate his cute smile, too!
Bang YongGuk's Instagram
If you knew nothing about K-Pop, Bang YongGuk would definitely seem like a model at first glance. Do you agree?
Don't forget to check out all previous articles of the Idol vs. Model series, you can find them directly from this collective list:
62 K-Pop Idols Who Look Like ModelsKPOP STORIES Jun 27, 2023
You can check out some previous features below:
Idol vs. Model: Here's Why BIGBANG's G-Dragon Is And Has Always Been K-Pop's Unrivaled Fashion IconKPOP STORIES Jun 24, 2022
Idol vs. Model: TXT Huening Kai’s Ethereal Visuals Belong On Every Magazine Cover ASAP And Here’s WhyKPOP STORIES Jun 17, 2022
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