On August 1, fans were treated to a nostalgic and revealing conversation as BIGBANG’s Daesung welcomed iconic second-generation K-pop idols to his YouTube channel. The star-studded guest lineup included T-ARA’s Hyomin, SISTAR’s Bora, KARA’s Youngji , and Jewelry’s Yewon , who reminisced about their golden days in the K-pop industry—and didn’t shy away from talking about love behind the scenes.
In the candid talk, the idols opened up about how romance could blossom during busy schedules, especially at events like ISAC (Idol Star Athletics Championships) or music shows.
“There were so many idols at ISAC, so in a way, you might even have a crush there,” Yewon shared. “I remember walking by when a male idol waved at me, so I waved back.” These moments weren’t always fleeting. Sometimes, small romantic gestures were exchanged even amid the hectic filming schedules.
“At the broadcasting building, I once gave a male idol a letter while walking past him,” Hyomin recalled. “At the end of music shows, when all the idols were standing together, you could quietly pass a note without anyone noticing.”
Yewon also reminisced about how she used rest stops during festivals and music events to catch a quick glimpse of her crushes. “We’d stop at rest areas just to see each other’s faces—it was that important,” Yewon admitted, drawing laughter and surprise from Daesung .
This episode gave fans a rare and refreshing look into the softer, more human side of their favorite idols during K-pop’s second-generation peak. Their stories of innocent crushes, exchanged letters, and fleeting encounters reveal just how much heart was hidden behind the glitz and glam of the stage. The video quickly gained traction online, with fans praising the group’s honesty and chemistry, while also reminiscing about the unforgettable Gen 2 era.
Sources: Netizenbuzz