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A talented member of Mbitious who continuously challenge

MBITIOUS ROHTAEHYUN Interview

Through a long journey from competing in <Be Mbitious> to becoming stars in <Street Man Fighter>, the members of Mbitious, united by their passion for dance, are now moving in one direction. We, Plus Magazine, had a chance to meet with them. The second person we met is Roh Taehyun, the wittiest member of Mbitious. He has always been challenging himself across various artistic fields such as dance, music, and musicals. In this interview, we aim to capture Roh Taehyun’s determination and sincerity in his relentless pursuit of self-improvement.

What sparked your interest in dance?

Everything started with my dream of becoming a dance singer from a young age. That’s the same reason I decided to attend an arts high school. After entering high school, I realized that to become a singer, I should not only be able to sing well but also dance well. After that, I started seriously looking into learning dance.

You began your career as a dancer with the dance crew, Monster Woo FAM. Was there a specific reason you were particularly drawn to Krump among the many dance genres?

At that time in Korea, B-boying was extremely popular, whereas Krump was a dance genre that was virtually unknown. I wanted to have something unique of my own, rather than dancing the same as others, and that led me to start Krumping, which was more impactful and fresh. Then, coincidentally, Monster Woo offered a good opportunity to join the crew, and from then on, I performed as a dancer in the crew for about 5 years.

As you entered the professional world through your crew activities, what was the most noticeable area of growth for you personally?

I would say that my confidence has significantly increased. The experience of freestyle battling with numerous dancers at a young age instilled a tremendous sense of pride and self-esteem. Of course, it was a time of immaturity for me, so alongside my increased confidence, a bit of arrogance also developed. But, going through various experiences and growing from them, there were certainly a lot of things I came to understand. When I compare myself to then, I’ve really grown a lot. (laugh)

What do you think is the unique charm that only Roh Taehyun can exhibit?

This might sound strange, but I actually don’t practice dancing a lot. (laugh) It was like this when I was young, and it is still the case now. I tend to dance by feeling at the time, preferring to express my emotions spontaneously in a given situation rather than using a systematic approach. And I think that’s my unique style and skill. Before an important event or stage performance, I sometimes avoid listening to music at all for about a week to a month.

In that regard, I think I was able to leave my own unique impact not only when I appeared in <Street Man Fighter> last year but also when I appeared on <Produce 101 Season 2> before. Both shows gave me a great opportunity to leap forward, and I believe that many people came to appreciate me due to the impacts I made.

Do you have a preferred music genre when you dance?

I don’t have particular preferences when it comes to music. Given that my basic foundation is rooted in freestyle, I don’t favor any particular music genre when I dance — I enjoy them all.

What is the source of the energy that transforms you on stage, given that you tend to enjoy the stage with your innate senses?

Actually, it’s not just about dance; everyone working in the arts pours their emotions into their work and strives to convey those feelings to the audience. The medium may differ, but the goal is the same. I also tend to pour a great deal of focus into achieving my ultimate goal, and the slight tremor and tension that arises in that moment naturally draws me into the stage performance.

Your versatile facial expressions are also a trademark of yours. Is there anything you reference or draw inspiration from for emotional expression?

Rather than drawing inspiration from external sources, I tend to explore within myself. I pay attention to the expressions and gestures that emerge when I’m in certain emotional states, and then I bring those emotions out appropriately and express them directly. In a way, I myself am a reference to me.

As your work involves a lot of physical activity, I assume you pay a lot of attention to maintaining your fitness. Do you have any particular lifestyle routines or areas you focus on?

Actually, since Krump itself is an intense dance that requires a lot of stamina, I didn’t feel the need for separate fitness management. However, right after I hit a new decade of age, particularly in the last 1–2 years, I have often felt somewhat physically drained. Moreover, as a part of Mbitious, our performances on stage involve intense, non-stop mixes of various dance genres, which often leaves me feeling especially worn out. Therefore, I’ve been working out diligently these days. I’m seriously into weight training and also maintaining consistent aerobic exercise.

You returned to the world of dance through your participation in <Be Mbitious>. What was the most challenging part for you when you had to form a team with strangers and carry out various tasks?

The biggest concern was, of course, having to get to know each other in such a short time. I’ve been through several dance teams myself, and understanding each other is certainly a critical point in team life. However, as we were all of a certain age and had some life experience, it turned out to be easier than I feared to create teamwork. In retrospect, it seems that the worry itself may have made things more difficult for us. Of course, now we are all happily active, laughing and enjoying ourselves.

How is the current harmony among the Mbitious members?

I believe our harmony couldn’t be better. Regardless of age, all members have aspects that deserve respect. Of course, we are all human, so we all have our shortcomings, but we approach with the attitude of respecting and learning from each other’s strengths. I think this is why Mbitious is progressing well. We all agree and appreciate the fact that we understand each other very well. We seem to have become even closer than when we were on the show, and as time goes by, our teamwork will continue to grow. I’m looking forward to an even brighter future for Mbitious.

What role do you take on within Mbitious?

I don’t really have a major responsibility or anything. I just go with the flow, maintaining a balance and staying observant of my surroundings, while diligently participating as a member of Mbitious. (laugh)

What do you think is the biggest reason why many fans love Mbitious?

I think the reason is that we cannot definitively say that the team Mbitious has walked down a single predefined path. As we are a team of individuals who were each diligently active in our own fields before coming together, we can’t really combine our individual paths into one unified story. I think our fans may find it more enjoyable and rewarding to support us because they get to witness a diverse range of narratives, from our individual pasts to the shared journey we’re now carving out together.

As mentioned earlier, your first imprint on the public was under the name ‘Roh Taehyun’ which you achieved through your childhood dream of becoming a singer. Even though you fulfilled your dream, did you ever feel regretful about momentarily halting your long-standing dancer career?

It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say that I danced to become a singer, as my goal was always clear. Even when I initially joined Monster Woo FAM, I made my ambitions clear to the team leader, Monster Woo. I told him that I dreamt of being a singer and that I would still be auditioning while active in the team, ultimately aiming to become a singer. He respected my opinion, and since I continued to dance while singing even after becoming a singer, I never felt that I was distanced from dancing.

What have you learned from your extensive experience as an idol, from your first boy group HOTSHOT to the project group JBJ formed after your appearance on <Produce 101 Season 2>?

My 20s were filled with challenges, and it wasn’t easy in the beginning. I had many concerns about leaving behind what I had built up and venturing into a new field without any assurance of success. However, after more than a decade of such challenges, I’ve become accustomed to them. In that regard, even when I feel I haven’t been given anything, I’ve developed an attitude of continually moving forward. I look forward to the tasks that will come my way in the future.

You have shown your versatile talents by venturing into musicals as well. Have you always been interested in musicals?

At first, I thought that the realm of acting, expressing emotions as in musicals, wouldn’t intersect with my own. Both as an idol and a dancer, I had a strong perception that I was showing a packaged version of myself. So, I didn’t give it much thought until I happened to participate in a musical. I have grown a lot from that experience. I felt that I learned a lot more by being in a musical and experiencing the profession of acting.

Just as musicals are performances moving on stage, I imagine the parts you learned while dancing were quite helpful. If there is a unique way you’ve learned to utilize the stage, through your exploration across various fields, what would that be?

As a dancer, singer, and musical actor, it feels like they all integrate into one inside of me. I consider all three jobs as activities that share emotions, so on stage, I strive to be wholly myself. Although it’s challenging to achieve that state, I believe when I show my genuine, unfeigned self, I can get more empathy from the audience.

Occasionally, some people have mentioned that I capture frenzied characters well. However, the truth is, in those moments, I was entirely genuine. I truly thought I could overcome everything, and I was genuinely not scared at all. Even though I’ve felt different emotions over time on set, at the time of that interview, I honestly shared the emotions I was experiencing. I firmly believe that if one maintains authentic emotions, it can apply to any form of art. Right now, I’m in the process of shaping a unique worldview that integrates all aspects of Roh Taehyun.

When looking back from your past days with Monster Woo FAM to your present with Mbitious, which performance of yours do you think had the highest completion?

To be honest, I don’t really like looking back at my old videos. So far, there isn’t a single result that I’m 100% satisfied with; I always feel some regret. Of course, at the time, I would have participated with all my might, but once it’s in the past, it becomes a story of old, and the current me, having fixed those regretful parts, is always more advanced than before. Rather than dwelling on the past, I want to focus more on the performances that the present and future me will create.

Do you have a goal or dream that you ultimately want to achieve?

In truth, I don’t have a specific destination in mind; I just hope to continue my career. I understand that it’s incredibly difficult to maintain a presence in this industry, so I want to continue reaching out to my fans and many others without letting go of this thread.

Lastly, how do you want to be remembered?

From the frenzied Roh Taehyun on the audition program, to idol Roh Taehyun, musical actor Roh Taehyun, and Mbitious Roh Taehyun. The way people remember me will be diverse, but I would be grateful if you could simply think of me as ‘Roh Taehyun,’ without all the qualifiers. Just like, ‘Ah, that’s the kind of person Roh Taehyun is.’

With that in mind, there’s one more thing I’d like you to know. Roh Taehyun is an artist who is always striving to reveal his true self. It’s not about something grandiose like art or sincerity. I’m an entertainer before I’m an artist. No matter what my title is, I just hope that my sincere desire to be on stage is clearly conveyed.

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