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4 times Hwang Min-hyun proved he’s K-pop’s ‘Prince Charming’: besides his royal-looking onstage attire with Wanna One and Nu’Est, the Netflix K-drama star is apparently charming too

STORYJi Won Chung
Hwang Min-hyun is a popular K-pop singer and K-drama actor. Photo: @optimushwang/Instagram
Hwang Min-hyun is a popular K-pop singer and K-drama actor. Photo: @optimushwang/Instagram
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  • The K-pop-idol-turned-actor recently starred in Netflix’s Alchemy of Souls, but was on Mnet’s Produce 101 season 2 and debuted with Nu’Est, and Wanna One before
  • Brands love him too: when Nu’Est’s Aron shared that Hwang’s favourite perfume was from Kiehl’s, the skincare label used the fact as promo material for fans

He’s won the hearts of millions of fans over the years, thanks to his music days with Nu’Est and Wanna One, and expanded his reach further starring in Netflix’s Alchemy of Souls, which was released in June. Ladies and gentleman, Hwang Min-hyun is here to stay for the long run, and given his wit and talent, we’re not surprised his career continues to soar upwards. Having been in the showbiz industry for a decade, Hwang has cemented his celebrity status and has even been referred to as the Prince Charming of K-pop.

So, what exactly makes this 26-year-old bona-fide K-pop royalty?

His prince-like appearance

Hwang Min-hyun is known to dress like a prince for performances. Photo: Mnet
Hwang Min-hyun is known to dress like a prince for performances. Photo: Mnet
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Aside from his vocal talent, Hwang is also widely known for his handsome looks, and for dressing in a prince-worthy wardrobe. So much so that his nickname, Hwang-jae – which means emperor and is a pun on his last name – is also royalty related. It seems like his agency knows it too, since he is frequently dressed in outfits that exude elegance and glamour.

Hwang Min-hyun knows how to dress well – and more often than not like a royal. Photo: @optimushwang/Instagram
Hwang Min-hyun knows how to dress well – and more often than not like a royal. Photo: @optimushwang/Instagram

In fact, his nickname originated from a Nu’Est Needle & Bubble comeback, where fans thought Hwang’s visuals captured that of a prince so accurately that they attached the nickname, All K-Pop reports. Meanwhile, his appearance in Wanna One’s 2021 MAMA performance also shone a spotlight on his beauty, according to Koreaboo, who wrote that his “sweet voice and equally sweet face were lethal combinations”.

His kind, gentle personality

Hwang Min-hyun’s wardrobe certainly helps fans see him in a princely light. Photo: @nuest_official/Instagram
Hwang Min-hyun’s wardrobe certainly helps fans see him in a princely light. Photo: @nuest_official/Instagram

Hwang is known for his kind character traits. He was chosen by his fellow Nu’Est members as the most considerate, and is often praised for his good manners and politeness, according to Namuwiki.

Colleagues have all said Hwang Min-hyun is considerate and respectful. Photo: @optimushwang/Instagram
Colleagues have all said Hwang Min-hyun is considerate and respectful. Photo: @optimushwang/Instagram

Staff have also said that when filming his solo music video, he claimed he enjoyed walking and always left the elevator for the staff to use while he took the stairs. Some people really do tick all the boxes, and Hwang seems to be one of them.

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