Broadcast dates: June 26-27
Starring: Monsta X, NU’EST, NCT 127, GOT7

Monsta X livestreamed a recent visit to the Twotuckgom store in southern Seoul, where the bandmates showcased some of the merchandise their work inspired.

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The seven bandmembers looked around the store, commenting on each product -- teddy bears and cushions, stationery and special-edition birthstone jewelry. The merchandise is scheduled to go on sale next week.

“These are so cute,” they said.

“I personally think it will be a battle between my bear and Jooheon’s, since they are similar colors,” said Wonho.

“Yours is wearing a diaper, and mine has a pot of honey. Anyway, these two will be the most popular,” replied Jooheon, adding that he loves the smaller version of Wonho’s bear, named Bebegom.

Then the idols sat down and each one introduced his own bear.

“Mine can sing and dance very well and eats a lot. A reliable one, like me,” said Shownu.

“It is good at dancing? How? Please show us,” asked Jooheon.

“It can turn on its head, which I can’t do,” said the leader, indulging the request by spinning the gray bear, which ended up hitting him in the face.

Watch the full clip at https://www.vlive.tv/video/136073.

Ren of NU’EST sends love to Love

Ren of NU’EST talked to fans from his room via Naver’s V Live.

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“It has really been a while for me to go live alone,” he said apologetically as he began the segment.

“I’ve just taken a shower, having returned home from practicing,” said Ren, ruffling his still-wet hair.

“We’ve been practicing for our upcoming international tour and also rehearsed for the performance in Vietnam,” said the idol, reminding fans that the band would be leaving for the Southeast Asian country the next day.

Responding to comments that his shoulders seemed to have widened, the performer denied it, saying he had just started working out. “I am exercising quite earnestly but I am not ready to bulk up yet. I still have to build up my strength,” he said, adding that he also swims regardless of people staring.

Ren kept the fans up to speed and talked about movies while keeping his flawless skin hydrated by spraying it with facial mist from time to time. He also showed them the stuffed animals he hugs while he’s sleeping. “Having them with me makes me sleep better,” said the musician.

Watch the full clip at https://www.vlive.tv/video/136621.

NCT 127 says hi from Russia

NCT 127 took to V Live from St. Petersburg, Russia, and shared the news that the band had just released a DVD in Japan.

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Full of energy as they greeted their fans, the nine band members showed off CDs and DVDs in red jackets. “Neo City: Japan -- The Origin. It has been just released!” they shouted.

“It contains our live performance in Saitama as well as backstage footage from our global tour,” said Doyoung.

“(The camera) has been with us almost 24 hours a day. So it must have caught us at very genuine moments,” said Taeil.

“I’m anxious,” confessed Haechan.

“We were conscious of the cameras at first, but after a while we sometimes forgot they were there,” added Doyoung.

“Since it has begun selling, we are going to livestream us unboxing the DVD and CD,” said Taeyong.

“I wanted to show them this first,” said Doyoung, coming closer to the camera. Opening up a book to a page with a photograph of Haechan, he gushed, “Look how good-looking he is!”

“Well, what am I gonna do? I was born like this,” said Haechan with a smile.

Watch the full video at https://www.vlive.tv/video/136603.

GOT7’s Jus2 looks back on Asian tour

JB and Yugyeom of GOT7 shared footage from their trip to Macao as a duo.

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“This is the first time we are touring as a pair, and it would be a lie if I said I was not worried,” said JB over an in-flight meal.

“Mark has come with us to emcee here in Macao and all the way through Taiwan and Singapore. It will be our first showcase as Jus2. We will rehearse tomorrow and will do our best at the performances,” said Yugyeom from the hotel room.

Yugyeom and Mark ordered room service and gladly shared a bowl of Caesar salad -- a must-eat dish for both. But JB, alone in his room, seemed to have lost his appetite. “I can’t stop wondering what it will be like tomorrow,” he said.

The next day, the two musicians rehearsed and before going onstage, Yugyeom said, “Let’s just not make any mistakes. And not get hurt.”

“It has been so much fun,” said the duo in the car after the showcase. “When you come to see us, don’t think. Just let go of yourself and you will have fun,” added JB.

Watch the full video at https://www.vlive.tv/video/136491.

Naver’s real-time broadcasting app V allows fans to interact with their favorite K-pop stars through live broadcasts. The app is available for Android and iOS. For more information, visit http://www.vlive.tv.

By The Korea Herald (khnews@heraldcorp.com)

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