[09.09.17] Singers venturing out – “Separate but together”

Sometimes together, sometimes operating separately – more and more ‘entertainer’ groups are adopting this modus operandi. In the past, singers who crossed over into acting were viewed differently. Singers and groups these days are not only stepping into the field of acting, but also breaking out for their own solo music projects via single albums, and also expanding their scope of activities to the musical world and the theatrical stage.

The reason for singers moving out towards solo work is not simply an extracurricular activity, but these are avenues that will allow them to show off their talents. This has prompted many singers to continue taking up new challenges.

✓ THE PIONEER OF ENTERTAINER GROUPS – SHINHWA



With orange balloons always standing by them, the longest-running Korean idol group Shinhwa has remained well-loved.

Minwoo, Junjin and Hyesung have continued to woo fans with their albums; while Eric, Dongwan and Andy have attracted much attention for their acting work.

Eric, who secured his status as an actor with the classic line of “Do you smell anything burning?”; Dongwan who has impressed with his solid acting abilities; and Andy’s venture into musical and drama projects – they have attracted much interest and attention for their successful transformation into actors.

Though Shinhwa is unable to function as a group for now due to the enlistment of Eric and Dongwan, there is no doubt that the light of Shinhwa will be shining the brightest when the 6 members reunite and return as a group.

(SuJu/Roo’ra sections omitted)

Credits: BNT News + Absolut Shinhwa