Nichkhun on Woody’s show
I do love Nichkhun in Thailand. One, I can understand him. Two, he looks more at ease, more confident. There is quite a difference between Nichkhun in Thailand and Nichkhun in Korea–more jokes and a livelier personality. Of course this all due to the language issue. In Thai, his native tongue, he can express himself better.
My perception of Nichkhun on Woody’s show, Nichkhun is a very confident young man, a kid who is aware of himself. He’s an intelligent, well-spoken young man.
Nichkhun is humble and aware he is not the greatest singer around. There was a moment where Woody tried to create drama by pointing out that the perception of some people is that boybands are just about looks and talent is not required. Woody asked Nichkhun whether he agreed. The question starts at the 3:00 time mark.
Woody’s question: “Do you just sell your appearance (meaning your success is base on your looks), some people believe that boybands are just about appearances, they don’t need to have skill, they can sing horribly and it would be fine, how do you feel about that?”
Nichkhun agreed. “I think it’s true, very true. It’s something I don’t like. Like what I have told you earlier, at the beginning, I didn’t know how to do anything. They chose me for my looks to be a model because I couldn’t do anything until they trained me. They trained me to the point where I was able to join a group. It’s still true, what you have asked me. Right now, it’s all about my looks. However, I am trying to show others that I’m training hard to NOT make the Thai people feel embarrassed…to NOT make the Thai people feel disappointed…meaning this Thai guy is only has looks and does not have skill.”
After Nichkhun answered Woody’s question, Nichkhun looked very uneasy, so Woody assured him: ‘Your looks and your talents are equal, I do believe your determination is much better than your looks.” Nichkhun laughed and thanked Woody for the compliment.
A few more questions from the show…
Have you ever gone under the knife?
Nichkhun said no. “I have never done it, I think the best thing is to be natural. I have even discourage girls from doing it. It’s best to be natural.” Woody then asked whether he uses Korean baby cream. What the hell is that? Nichkhun said no because he is a laid-back kinda guy, who likes to put on jeans and a t-shirt and go. He is not high-maintenance.
Woody: “Are you gay?”
Khun laughed at the gay question. “To the people who know me best, my face is the opposite of my personality.” He joked that he is an aggressive guy. Nichkhun said he is not gay and showed Woody his rough hands. He looks cute but his personality is very manly. I think we all know that, he has admitted to watching porn and liking clams.
Near the end of the show, Nichkhun talked about wanting to be a good representative for Thailand and to show Korea that Thailand is an amazing place too because apparently some Koreans are ignorant about Thailand. When he first arrived to Korea, someone asked him whether he rides elephants and rides them to school too because they saw it in “Oum Bak”. What the hell? Just because Tony Jaa does it, it doesn’t mean everyone in Thailand uses elephants as transportation. Some people are just dumb.
August 4th, 2009 at 1:37 am
Nichkhun could be anything for all we know.. gay, straight, or bi.. really why does it matter in the end? he’s still the same nichkhun everyone loves. Don’t get me wrong I love Nichkhun and all but just because he said he HAD girlfriends does not mean he can’t be bi or secretly be gay.. it’s called covering up.. I’m just saying.
August 1st, 2009 at 2:51 pm
Just to reply to Jin yu~
and gay attracted to girls? he already answer that he attracted to wondergirls (and he had gf) and also want to have a gf but couldnt so it has to be in the future~ they even ask about the gf thing before the gay thing.. it’s just the way to answer question in Thailand .. and he’s a smart boy to answer that way cuz it will not offend anyone especially the host =-=
July 26th, 2009 at 1:35 pm
Just because you are manly doesn’t mean you are not gay. There’s actually a lot of gays out there who are very manly and they’re gay.
July 20th, 2009 at 4:44 am
As a half korean, I hate to admit but some koreans… who would throw foolish questions like riding elephants are awfully embarassing. How ignorant!! But please do not feel too offended, ‘cuase they just don’t know anything about Thai. It not like they’re looking down on him…but still it’s obvious that they were rude! Anyway, sorry about that Nichkhun and other Thai people who watched.
July 18th, 2009 at 4:24 pm
omg.. riding elephants to school.. omg hello why would they only ride elephants.. >_<.. theres other transportations as well..
aniwaise.. i thought khun looked dashing cute on the show..!!!!
July 13th, 2009 at 9:26 am
Nickhun is just SWEET!!! He’s so not gay but CUTE… Lol… I don’t think I should be calling a guy cute but Nickhun’s image give off an innocent and fun look. He really does love Thailand since he has grown up most of his time there and his family is living there now too I think…
July 8th, 2009 at 2:45 am
PR…:) it’s all good.
July 8th, 2009 at 2:38 am
Sorry Lyn, I really don’t wanna distube you at all.
I’ve read Khun’s interview in Thai magazine, and I’m pretty sure about it.
Khun was born in US, and when he was 2 his family and him moved back to Thailand. Khun was raised and studied in Thailand until he was 12. Then moved to New zealand, and studied there for 2 years. When he was 14, he moved back to US again.
I’m not sure about his citizenship, but Khun considers himself he is Thai. I’m very impressed by him. For someone who grown up overseas, I can’t believe that he still loves Thailand and love our king this much, sometimes even more than our native teenagers. Khun wanna do everything for Thailand, and I really admire him for that.
Thanks Lyn for loving and supporting Khun. I love you,keke.^^
July 8th, 2009 at 12:53 am
Sorry guys, he was definitely not born in the US. Just because some fan wrote it on wikipedia, it doesn’t means it’s true. WIKI is not credible, I hate it when people quote from Wiki.
You are aware dual citizenship is frown upon in America, for awhile it was even banned. The whole draft thing in Thailand proves Nichkhun is a Thai citizen, you have to be a Thai citizen to join the Thai military. They are not going to force a non-citizen or a dual citizen.
Dual Citizenship is not easily accessible as some people might think in America. My British Professor had a hard time getting a dual citizenship, the naturalization people even tried to convince him otherwise. I don’t remember what he did. I remember him complaining about it. It’s been 2-3 years now.
I remember in an interview he talked about traveling to Australia alone to study at the age of 12. Thailand to Australia. A lot of Thai people do that.
does it matter? there are many clues that points that Nichkhun is just Thai, a Thai citizen. Why attach the American part? He was barely there even if you take in the account that Nichkhun was born in America.
I don’t have proof and the people who say he was born in America don’t have enough proof either.
There is just too many evidence that proves otherwise.
July 8th, 2009 at 12:09 am
lyn, how can you be so sure he doesn’t have a dual citizenship? I’m sure he’s born in the US. He also went to high school there.
July 8th, 2009 at 12:07 am
I think Khun’s dual citizenship,Lyn.
He was born in States, so he’s got US citizen.
And he’s Thai citizen too.
July 7th, 2009 at 10:33 pm
Yes, he is part of 2pm. Yes, he does speak Korean, Thai, and English very well. He is the only non-Korean member.
He is full Thai, nationality wise. Yes there is a difference between nationality and ethnicity. In terms of ethnicity, he is Thai-Chinese. No, he does not have a dual citizenship in America and Thailand. Wikipedia is wrong. He is a THAI citizen.
He might have studied in America and Australia but it doesn’t mean he is a citizen there.
2pm is a korean boyband, base in Korea. Yes, I am a little obsessed with them at the moment. Noona (Pee Sao) fan!
July 7th, 2009 at 10:18 pm
LOL don’t feel offended by the elephant thing.. I find that’s funny rather than insulting. Well I really love khun but reality is Tony Jaa is still a bigger star than him internationally. Jaa actually made thousands of people across the world learn mauy thai. Plus he helped promote thai elephant!
I’m glad we have international stars who can say good things about thailand. khun has not only looks, he’s a great kid who can give thoughful opinions. I can’t believe he grew up mostly in western country. He always says good things about thailand. I feel his love for Thailand is far greater than many native thais I met in the US.
I’m sure koreans will love him too. He’s the kind of kid who shows respect to the place and the culture of every country he stays.
and I’m proud that my country has a lot of elephants.. hehehe
July 7th, 2009 at 10:17 pm
nancy;; khun is thai and chinese. hes fluent in thai because obviously that’s his hometown x]
he learned korean for about 3 years so yeah he can speak korean too.
this interview was so laid back and comfortable to watch [:
ah..khun.. hahahah.
hes just too perfect.
i agree with him when he said his personality is opposite from what he looks like.
many people look at him as someone cute and innocent.
but to me, i look at him as someone daring and “manly” haha.
he can be cute, of course! but he’s truly not that cutsie innocent little boy that many people think he is haha.
either way, hes just too perfect ! <3