TXT’s Soobin recently stepped into unfamiliar territory with his debut on the popular variety show Radio Star, offering fans a rare glimpse of his personality in a casual, humorous setting. Known more for his calm demeanor and idol professionalism, Soobin candidly opened up during the July 16 episode about his limited experience with such programs and the nerves that came with it. Despite being a leader of one of HYBE’s most successful fourth-gen groups, he admitted that TXT hasn’t received many variety show invitations, primarily because they’re not considered the “funny” type of idol group.
Soobin’s appearance on Radio Star was both a personal challenge and a hopeful turning point. He expressed a genuine desire to do more variety content, saying he wished the group had more opportunities in this area. In an industry where variety show appearances often help idols connect with a broader audience, Soobin’s openness struck a chord. His honesty about feeling underprepared and his proactive effort to seek guidance showed a mix of humility and determination to break into a space where he’s less known.
To tackle his nerves, Soobin turned to two seasoned variety show veterans within HYBE: BTS’ RM and SEVENTEEN’s Seungkwan. The advice he received, though humorous, also revealed much about the culture and mindset around variety show appearances. RM, known for his intelligence and emotional insight, gave Soobin a simple but effective piece of advice: “Go and be loud. Go all out.” While it might sound comedic on the surface, it captured the essence of variety shows — where bigger reactions and unfiltered presence often lead to memorable moments. RM’s encouragement also reflected his supportive nature as a senior artist, which fans found touching and characteristic of the BTS leader.
Seungkwan, on the other hand, took a more blunt and light-hearted approach. Soobin recalled telling him he had no personal skills or talents to showcase, to which Seungkwan quickly responded, “What kind of personal skills? Just go!” As someone known for his quick wit and variety genius, Seungkwan’s advice reflected confidence in Soobin’s natural charm — the idea that sometimes just being yourself is enough. These anecdotes didn’t just bring laughs to the studio but also highlighted the bond idols share across groups within the same label.
Host Kim Gura, quick to catch on to the silliness of the situation, jokingly remarked, “Seems like no one around you is giving you any real advice,” drawing laughter from both the cast and viewers. Soobin’s appearance may have been filled with nervous energy, but it was also full of sincere moments, self-deprecating humor, and glimpses of his potential as a future variety regular.
Fans were thrilled to see Soobin step out of his comfort zone, and the segment gave many hope that he and the rest of TXT will be invited to more variety shows in the future. His blend of nervous charm and willingness to learn made a strong impression, and if this debut is any indication, Soobin might soon become a familiar face not just on the stage but on the small screen too.