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Welcome to part 2 of our exclusive XODIAC interview! In this part, XODIAC open up about being called “fashion-dols”, their experience with acting, hopes for the future, and much more!
If you haven’t read part 1 yet, where XODIAC unpack their comeback with “XOUL DAY”, you can check it out here.
Are you caught up, X-BLISS? Then, let’s get into it!
For those who might not know, XODIAC’s music career has been closely intertwined with fashion and acting from the very beginning. Member LEX won the “Fashion Rookie” award at the global “Weibo Account Festival” even before his debut, and XODIAC, as a group, bagged several major magazine shoots as a pre-debut group.
Not only that, but XODIAC attended the 2024 Seoul Fashion Week, and members LEO, LEX, and SING also attended the EMPORIO ARMANI FW24 show at Milan Fashion Week earlier this year!
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This naturally brought about and solidified the title of “fashion-dols” for XODIAC as the group was recognized for their knack for fashion and growing influence in the same. Now, XODIAC is landing brand collaborations with some of the world’s most renowned luxury fashion houses like Versace, Moschino, Shanghai Tang, and Emporio Armani.
Next, let’s come to their acting experience! Upon debut, XODIAC released their first-ever web drama MV series titled “Roommate”, with three episodes. Later, member LEX also appeared in the web drama “Mokkoji Kitchen 2023”, impressing fans with his acting skills despite being a rookie idol.
Now, for their latest comeback with “XOUL DAY”, XODIAC has once again released a web drama called “[XOUL DAY] DRAMA” that, fans have noticed, connects the story from “Roommate” to the present timeline, expanding XODIAC’s universe.
Notably, “[XOUL DAY] DRAMA” concludes with an open ending, naturally leaving scope for a much-awaited “to be continued”. You can check out episode 1 of “[XOUL DAY] DRAMA” below.
Given the importance XODIAC puts on being all-rounders, we had to ask them for their take on fashion and acting. As we expected, their answers were both endearing and enlightening. Take a look below!
XODIAC Interview – Part 2
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For this comeback, XODIAC has transformed into all-rounder idols with the release of “[XOUL DAY] DRAMA”. Do the members want to continue acting in the future? If each of you had to pick one K-Drama genre you want to appear in, what would it be? Also, are you watching any K-Dramas or TV shows these days?
I am very interested in acting too. I want to try acting in that high-teen genre (with emotions) that can only be felt in school days. I want to feel those emotions and nostalgia again.
LEX
If given the opportunity, I would like to challenge myself in acting. These days, the drama I enjoy watching is “Death’s Game”.
HYUNSIK
I used to do musicals in Indonesia in the past. In the future, if given the opportunity, I would also like to try acting in dramas.
ZAYYAN
I really want to act if the opportunity arises. Recently, I rewatched the drama “Our Beloved Summer”.
BEOMSOO
Having learned acting during my student days, I have always had a passion for it, and if given the chance, I definitely want to challenge myself in acting.
WAIN
Acting is enjoyable, but still challenging. My favorite K-Drama genres are comedy and mystery.
GYUMIN
If given the opportunity to act, I would like to take on the role of the protagonist in a school drama. ^^
SING
I have always been interested in acting, and in the future, if given the opportunity, I would like to try genres such as campus dramas or action martial arts.
LEO
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The last episode of “[XOUL DAY] DRAMA” has an open ending. Is there a possibility of even more episodes in the future where XODIAC’s worldview will expand?
Through open-ended conclusions, I hope many people can anticipate and imagine how our universe could expand. I would be grateful for that.
LEX
I believe endings can be perceived differently depending on the individual’s perspective. While I’m not sure if there will be new episodes, I hope you look forward to the possibility.
HYUNSIK
Perhaps! We always give our fans amazing surprises. Everyone, just wait. Hehe.
ZAYYAN
Although we’re not certain if there will be new episodes, even if not, we’ll bring you other content to enjoy, so please look forward to it!
BEOMSOO
Whether our universe will expand further is uncertain, but we will always show our best efforts.
WAIN
I believe we will come back again someday. I’ll leave it to the imagination of the fans.
GYUMIN
Anything can happen! Since it’s not clear on this matter, please look forward to it.
SING
Of course, anything is possible. With this open-ended conclusion, fans have made various speculations, so please look forward to how it will develop in the future.
LEO
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Speaking of all-rounder idols, XODIAC is also making moves in the fashion industry and has even earned the title of “Fashion-dols”. How would you describe the fashion style of the member next to you?
I envy HYUNSIK’s ability to pick out hats. I love hats, and the ones HYUNSIK picks out are always my style. I think I wear the hat I received as a birthday gift from HYUNSIK a lot because I like it so much.
LEX
ZAYYAN’s fashion style has many cute points, making it lovely.
HYUNSIK
WAIN’s fashion style seems to accentuate individuality well. He understands his own body type well and seems to know what fashion suits him rather than just following trends.
BEOMSOO
GYUMIN’s fashion style perfectly embodies the so-called ‘boyfriend look’, knowing well what suits him.
WAIN
Since SING has a large physique, it seems like he mostly wears loose and comfortable clothes.
GYUMIN
LEO’s fashion style seems to embody a trendy and cool ‘boyfriend’ concept.
SING
Is there a member whose wardrobe you are envious of?
It seems like everyone has various styles of clothes, so it would be nice to share them^^.
LEX
There are times when I envy LEX because he has various types of clothes.
HYUNSIK
LEO’s clothes! They’re really cool! There are some clothes that I envy a little, so I feel like I want to have them.^^
ZAYYAN
LEO has clothes in various styles.
BEOMSOO
Since LEO has a keen interest in fashion, he has a variety of stylish and beautiful clothes.
WAIN
I envy LEO because he has a lot of clothes.
GYUMIN
LEO really loves clothes, dresses well, and enjoys shopping in daily life. His fashion sense is truly excellent.
SING
GYUMIN’s wardrobe seems very neat. There would likely be many practical basic items.
LEO
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Please give us some styling tips for spring/summer!
I prefer a clean and dandy style. The most important point for me is wearing comfortable clothes.
HYUNSIK
It seems like keyrings and baseball caps are really hot these days! I like accessorizing my clothes!
ZAYYAN
These days, I think fashion that emphasizes individual body types or characteristics is trendy.
BEOMSOO
I think it’s trendy to identify your own style that suits you rather than following trends, and styling yourself to express your personality.
WAIN
I tend to prioritize clothes that don’t (make me) look overly dressed up. I like comfortable clothes.
GYUMIN
I like rimless glasses these days.
LEO
What is your goal as a fashion-dol? XODIAC members have already been to Seoul and Milan Fashion Week. What’s next?
I have many activities planned in the fashion field in the future, so I would be grateful if you could look forward to and support me.
LEX
I want to participate in Fashion Week again if I have the opportunity.
HYUNSIK
I want to go to Fashion Week again. I attended Seoul Fashion Week before, so I want to participate again! Also, I want to participate in Fashion Weeks in other countries.
ZAYYAN
I had a valuable experience participating in Seoul Fashion Week as a great opportunity. If given the chance again, I would like to take on various challenges related to fashion.
BEOMSOO
I am honored to be invited to Seoul Fashion Week. As someone who has dreamed of being a model, I would like to participate in Fashion Week as a model.
WAIN
Just being invited is an honor. I would love to attend if there is another good opportunity.
GYUMIN
I am truly grateful for being invited to Seoul Fashion Week and Milan Fashion Week. Of course, I hope there will be another opportunity. I will strive to show an even better appearance next time!
SING, LEO
That hopeful note brings us to the end of Part 2 of our XODIAC interview! X-BLISS, did you enjoy this part too?
In part 3, we’ll be going deeper, talking to the XODIAC members about the bond they share with their team, how they became family, the cultural exchange between the members, and more. So, get ready to find out more about the human side of the XODIAC members in Part 3 of Kpopmap’s XODIAC interview!
