SEVENTEEN's Mingyu, recognized for his multifaceted talents, stage presence, and striking visuals, left fans astonished as he stood next to Japanese actress Kanna Hashimoto during the NHK New Year celebration in Japan.
Unparalleled Talent and Statuesque Stature
Debuting as a member of SEVENTEEN, Mingyu has consistently captivated netizens with his talents, on-stage charisma, and exceptional visuals. His height, measuring an impressive 187cm, has become a defining characteristic, adding to his allure.
On December 31, the SEVENTEEN members graced the NHK channel with a stellar performance of "Fallin' Flower." Amidst the festivities, they engaged in conversation with the hosts, including Japanese actress Kanna Hashimoto, a former idol.
The Unbelievable Height Disparity
As the camera turned to capture the moment, the staggering height difference between the SEVENTEEN members and the petite 152cm actress was unmistakable.
Even with Kanna donning heels, the entire group loomed over her, with Mingyu's towering presence particularly emphasized in a zoomed-in video.
the height difference between mingyu and the mc woah.. pic.twitter.com/SA2IRktQmg
— 🍰 (@minegyu_) December 31, 2023
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Global Netizens React
The revelation sparked widespread reactions among both Japanese and international netizens, who expressed their amazement at the notable height contrast.
Mingyu's stature, especially next to Kanna, left netizens surprised, and the phenomenon extended to other SEVENTEEN members, including Joshua and Hoshi.
mba hashimoto kanna mini bgt di sebelah gapura kabupaten😭😭😭 gede bgt u mingyu😭🙏 pic.twitter.com/CasSt3CVRH
— 아웅이 ꒰໓ ♡ ໕꒱ (@hime1004_) December 31, 2023
152cmの橋本環奈様との身長差、とっっっっても素晴らしかったです................ pic.twitter.com/NMzdRkyEYe
— りお🎊 (@woozi_____rio) December 31, 2023
this photo is going viral in japan bc the mc’s height is 152 cm...🤯
— shanie🍥 ggyu! (@minwonshu) December 31, 2023
mingyu: 187 cm
joshua & hoshi: 178 cm pic.twitter.com/L9xNwUf5hX
the height difference between mingyu and the mc woah.. pic.twitter.com/SA2IRktQmg
— 🍰 (@minegyu_) December 31, 2023
the height difference between mingyu and the mc woah.. pic.twitter.com/SA2IRktQmg
— 🍰 (@minegyu_) December 31, 2023
they're such tall men oh my god pic.twitter.com/5NNeMH2MX3
— hannie ☻ (@minghaocheol_) December 31, 2023
Oh now I finally can grasp how tall they are, I'd look just that small next to them
— aile🌼roachi (@cocoaroacha) December 31, 2023
1,52 and add the heels 👠🥳😌😍😂😂😂
— eeeemily🐻💎 (@emily_nico) December 31, 2023
that makes so easy for me to imagine how small I would be next to them since I'm 151 cm tall 🥹
— mabel 🇵🇸 (@coupscolors) December 31, 2023
Mingyu is a dominant gene
— only 1️⃣7️⃣ (@Duong4112002) December 31, 2023
Mingyu's remarkable height consistently serves as a source of shock and fascination for netizens.
As SEVENTEEN continues to showcase their talents, distinctive personalities, and extraordinary proportions, Mingyu's stature remains an enduring topic of discussion among fans worldwide.
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Written by Cassidy Jones.