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Exclusive: Metro Talks With K-Pop Boy Group #DRIPPIN

In this exclusive interview, we chatted with the members of DRIPPIN about their favorite villain characters—referencing their recently-launched first studio album '

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Grace C. Diez

<p>Their third EP may have been called <em><strong>Villain</strong></em>, their second single album <em><strong>Villain: Zero</strong></em> and their first studio album <em><strong>Villain: The End</strong></em>, but rising K-Pop group <strong>DRIPPIN</strong> is no anti-hero. In fact, they give off main character vibes with their immense talent and stage presence that makes them deserving of a spot in the K-Pop scene.</p><div><br/></div><p>Here’s a quick vibe check on K-Pop group DRIPPIN:</p><p>Vocals? Honey-like.</p><p>Rap skills? On fire!</p><p>Harmony? Splendid.</p><p>Choreography? Impressive.</p><p>Talent? Rich of it.</p><p>Stage presence and charisma? Powerful.</p><p>Personalities? Fun, goofy and colorful.</p><p>Visuals? Attractive.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/40e7397a-73b4-4fc9-b27b-cb5e8cc84a63_315423273_125752906785933_2414893172799352262_n.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="K-Pop group DRIPPIN"/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left">K-Pop group DRIPPIN<span id="isPasted" style="color:rgb(65, 65, 65);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;display:inline !important;float:none"><em> @wearedrippin  </em></span></span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>With this explosion of ingredients, it’s a Perfect All-Kill (PAK) of stardom for DRIPPIN, reason why they are worthy to be on people’s radar. Apart from the group’s mesmerizing qualities, it doesn’t hurt that they churn out radio-friendly songs for K-pop music enthusiasts such as “Nostalgia,” “Young Blood,” “Villain,” “Zero,” “So Good,” and “Free Pass.”  </p><div><br/></div><p>DRIPPIN is a seven-member K-pop group from <strong>Woollim Entertainment</strong> composed of <strong>YUNSEONG</strong> (leader, vocal, main dancer), <strong>HYEOP</strong> (main vocal), <strong>CHANGUK</strong> (vocal), <strong>DONGYUN</strong> (main rapper), <strong>MINSEO</strong> (vocal), <strong>JUNHO</strong> (vocal) and <strong>ALEX</strong> (vocal rapper).  </p><div><br/></div><p>Before the group’s debut on October 28, 2020, all members except for Alex were part of the popular competition reality show <em><strong>Produce X 101</strong></em>. Through KT’s Seezn reality show <em><strong>We Are Drippin</strong></em>, the group’s journey leading up to their debut was documented bringing them to fans and audiences closer.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/72be012e-98ca-431b-b930-064ee146fd21_312314878_657899442436706_4424525765367204208_n.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Metro Talks with K-Pop boy group DRIPPIN"/></span></span></div><div></div><div><br/></div><p>The group’s name DRIPPIN itself carries several meanings like “amazing,” “handsome,” “fashionable,” “sexy,” and “cool” which all point to a strong potential for them to get even bigger than they are now. </p><div><br/></div><p>Next to DRIPPIN is their fandom called <strong>DREAMIN </strong>who support the boys every step of the way. The official fan club’s name means that their fans “dream together with them and go with them to achieve their dreams.” </p><div><br/></div><p>In this <strong>Metro.Style</strong> exclusive, the DRIPPIN members gamely introduced themselves according to their identity and personality as well as their favorite villains (living up to their album concept and theme). Interestingly, the boys have a colorful and playful way to describe themselves.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Check out the gallery to get to know the members better:</strong></div><div><br/></div><div class="article-content" itemProp="articleBody"><div class="media-content"><div class="slider-for"><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/6f75b6a9-580a-4f0b-bfd8-9d7334de4b19_drippin gallery cover.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/dd45c257-7631-4641-b38c-f1a86a68f84a_312142965_5924610914237131_8949362832997119396_n.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/a3f9b1c9-24a4-45a3-943e-48ff69df247b_312072350_508432860880095_1568622623736820236_n.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/037ef447-1965-42f3-9b8d-2a7572fa2360_312058098_1061682047780920_5492841241331861314_n.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/2ee638d2-0f74-4832-99ce-fc8047d2a084_312155793_1157909458441544_5227668385572287059_n.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/4a4f08e9-b092-48f7-9233-4b251c142f5e_312247162_837505274094023_1423712720564836184_n.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/a19dc016-9409-42d1-950f-e34f5f1455be_312158155_170407618909631_5900561658797357231_n.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/2a6272b0-5704-43f7-a5df-924be64e1776_311996619_692406642425671_4657385813586112161_n.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/ec866be5-fb86-4220-9fd8-d888fadbcce3_312134428_3297211040525172_6713587861594893443_n.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/0f694578-916e-4b7a-9cbd-bcd4cd71d006_311921951_1439784449864440_8134398310055227953_n.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/8acfe0c3-4e84-4918-ada0-1cd69d698f93_312118929_170973308845887_3524364330353338966_n.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/6aed95d3-3bb2-470a-ab2b-3c09e2b2fca2_312217214_161236296528451_7157852732024095132_n.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/bddb1521-88de-4ca1-b594-4b8724523ae3_312028289_1535432533548442_7373995888225214952_n.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/309e67dc-7fb1-4781-b96c-07257be6e30d_312073720_1463806330698095_270291152654505926_n.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/f802c6af-02b3-4594-a9b9-30946fbe2ac3_312236153_1473070299839112_6653498819302120184_n.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div></div><div class="media-content slider-desc"><div class="item-desc"><div></div></div><div class="item-desc"><p>CHANGUK - Changuk says he is the tall and fair-skinned member of the group who’s also described by DRIPPIN leader Yunseong as someone who has a very charming physique and has his own power and charisma on stage that matches his physical appearance. His favorite villain is Venom from the movie &#x27;Spider-Man&#x27; because he has always loved the color black and he enjoys watching Venom’s fighting style to defeat his opponents.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>CHANGUK</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>YUNSEONG - “Hello, I’m the ‘bear’ of the group Yunseong!” he charmingly introduces himself. The DRIPPIN leader has been described by fellow member Hyeop as someone whose sexiness really stands out and has a &#x27;unique and charming singing voice as well as a beautiful dancing figure.&#x27; His favorite villain character is Joker because “although he does evil, deep inside he is fragile and has sorrows as well. I find that character very cool.” He also added that Joker was an inspiration for their song “Villain.”</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>YUNSEONG</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>HYEOP - Calling himself the “fox” of the group, Hyeop was actually described by fellow member Minseo as a very kind person and someone who also always looks out for them and tries to sympathize with their feelings. Hyeop likes the villain Morbius because he thinks he’s a dark hero whose character is very charming and cool.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>HYEOP</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>MINSEO - Ever the confident and a “visual” find, Minseo playfully introduced himself as “the most handsome member of the group.” DRIPPIN fellow member Alex describes Minseo as loud, positive, and energetic and shares that he is bright and energetic without being annoying. Minseo names Thanos as his favorite villain because he’s always wanted to experience an unmatched power over everyone (but relax, he’s not actually going to use it).</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>MINSEO</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>DONGYUN - “Hello, I’m DREAMIN’s cute little puppy Dongyun” and that’s how he melts hearts. According to member Changuk, Dongyun’s voice is what he finds most charming about him. “Every time I talk to him, his calm and soft voice really calms me down as well,” he adds. Dongyun’s favorite villain is Loki because of actor Tom Hiddleston’s sly and “smirky” charisma; he finds Loki charming.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>DONGYUN</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>JUNHO - Junho really got his “peach” self-description down pat. A peach boy in K-pop means that the person has a soft heart and is effortlessly adorable and easy to love. DRIPPIN member Dongyun describes Junho—without argument—as handsome! Junho shared an unexpected villain that he likes: Cruella de Vil. He finds Cruella’s character as having a genius mind and talent and watching her excel makes him feel envious; Cruella motivates him to excel in his craft too.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>JUNHO</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>ALEX - “Hello! I’m the top predator of the group—Alex!” the singer playfully and gleefully jokes. Alex was described by Junho as someone who’s very energetic. Alex came up with a creative answer on his favorite villain, saying, “I personally think the best villain is, in fact, DRIPPIN. Everywhere we go, we tend to break the scene and stages.”</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>ALEX</p></div></div></div></div><div><br/></div><p>With K-Pop idols visiting the Philippines one by one since the travel restrictions eased up, there is much hope for DRIPPIN to do a concert here, too. The members are already excited at the idea of visiting the Philippines and meeting the Filipino DREAMINs. </p><div><br/></div><p>Who among them has been to the country already? It’s Alex! He tells us, “I visited the Philippines twice already. First trip to Cebu and Manila and second trip to Boracay. On my first visit, I found the place very charming and wonderful. On my second visit, I felt a sense of healing from not only the scenery but also from the people. So overall, I have a great impression of the Philippines.” </p><div><br/></div><p>Changuk also looks forward to flying to the country, saying, “I’ve never been there myself but I’ve heard a lot of stories from my friends about how wonderful it is. So if I get a chance, I want to go on a vacation to the Philippines with the members or my family.”</p><div><br/></div><p>Meanwhile, Junho took the opportunity to express his appreciation for Filipino fans.“Although we have met many international fans, our fans from the Philippines have sent us so much love and support from the start. I wish we could perform in the Philippines as soon as possible,” he smiles.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/8ef80eee-bcfb-487f-86f1-007d6aa907df_312069870_850337619478648_6187450598511779822_n.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Metro Talks with K-Pop boy group DRIPPIN"/></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>DRIPPIN just made their comeback with their first full-length album <em><strong>Villain: The End</strong></em>, featuring the track “<strong>The One.</strong>” The expected November 1 release was postponed in light of the Itaewon tragedy.</p><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div class="youtube-iframe"><iframe width="400" height="345" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/XjkTVx9V5dE" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Watch our exclusive Metro Talks interview with K-Pop boy group DRIPPIN below:</strong></div><div class="youtube-iframe"><iframe width="400" height="345" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/O7qpb03F_f8" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><br/></div><p>Video interview courtesy of <strong>Woollim Entertainment</strong></p><p>Coordination: <strong>Anastasia Kuvaldina</strong> and <strong>Grace Libero-Cruz</strong></p><p>Video editing by <strong>CJ Reyes</strong></p><p>Interview by <strong>Grace Diez</strong></p><div><br/></div><p>Lead photos from <strong>@wearedrippin</strong></p><div><br/></div>

In this exclusive interview, we chatted with the members of DRIPPIN about their favorite villain characters—referencing their recently-launched first studio album 'Villain: The End'—and the most adventurous things they've done  