It can be thought that idols dancing on the stage, presenting their choreography in harmony with their group member friends and appearing in reality shows when necessary, have an extrovert and social personality. However, contrary to popular belief, some idols are as shy as they can be! Shyness is quite common and normal. Shyness is a character trait and is not a problem as long as it does not cause social concerns. Even shy individuals are seen as more understanding, patient, sensitive to the people around them, as well as being humble and reliable. Considering the starting age of idols, it should not be easy to be in public at an early age. 5 idols known for their extreme shyness and introversion when they first started being an idol: BTS’s Jungkook , EXO’s DO , Red Velvet’s Irene , f Krystal from (x) and Taeyeon from Girls’ Generation.
1. BTS Jungkook
BTS’s golden maknae Jungkook was only 16 years old when BTS debuted. Jungkook was introverted and timid because he was the youngest of the group. His character structure was also more aligned with being shy. As Jungkook got older and gained experience, he shed away from it. Still, Jungkook does not seem comfortable at the event where BTS met with fans at the beginning of 2020 when COVID 19 was not yet present, watch:
2. EXO D.O.
In an interview, D.O described himself as a shy person among strangers, but he is more of a quiet person who began to act at ease as he got to know people better. D.O can be timid when alone at press conferences and interviews.
3. Red Velvet Irene
Behind her “cool” look, Irene actually has a very quiet and reserved personality. Although her charisma on stage makes her look extrovert, Irene’s shy demeanor can be found in question-and-answer interviews and reality shows.
4. f (x) Krystal
When Krystal first started her career, she was shaking while singing due to shyness and nervousness. When she was on stage she would let loose her hair and hide herself behind her hair. She was also very quiet off the stage. Actually, Krystal, who looks quiet and cold because she has a shy character, is getting comments by her fans as unattainable as a star. This is why Krsytal’s nickname was “Ice Princess”.
5. Girls’ Generation Taeyeon
Taeyeon was very introverted during his trainee days when he first started as an idol. Sometimes when she was in her dorm room with her fellow members, she didn’t even know if she was there. Even though Taeyeon shy away from speaking, she’s a legend when she sings!
