Son Tae-jin Shines as 'Entertainment Prince' on 'Knowing Bros,' Showcasing Basketball Prowess and Witty Banter

Singer Son Tae-jin has fully embraced his role as an 'entertainment prince,' displaying a wide range of charms.

On the JTBC variety show 'Knowing Bros,' which aired on the 22nd, Son Tae-jin appeared as a member of the 'Rising Eagles' from the upcoming SBS show 'Passionate Basketball Club.' He captivated viewers with his witty remarks and impressive basketball skills.

Introducing himself as the 'Basketball Prince' from the moment he appeared, Son Tae-jin filled the studio with laughter through humorous anecdotes from his playing days, behind-the-scenes training stories, and spot-on impressions. He particularly highlighted his presence as an entertainment ace. Notably, he revealed his hidden basketball career, sharing that he is slated to play the small forward position in 'Passionate Basketball Club' and was the first Korean to be selected for a local basketball team during his studies in Singapore, surprising the cast members.

He also selected 'Son Shine' (his fandom name) as a keyword related to him, explaining the origin of the name by saying, "A singer is invisible without light." When Seo Jang-hoon testified, "'Son Shine' even came to support us on an expedition to the Philippines," Son Tae-jin added warmth by revealing the reason for wearing orange basketball shoes, the fandom's official color, stating, "It's about running with the fans."

During the broadcast, while announcing his year-end national tour, Son Tae-jin smoothly transitioned to his new song, performing ‘Melody of Love’ live for the first time. His sweet vocals, cheerful melody, and addictive chorus quickly energized the 'Knowing Bros' hosts, turning the set into a concert-like atmosphere.

In the subsequent 6-on-6 basketball game with the 'Knowing Bros' members, Son Tae-jin demonstrated his prowess as the ace of the 'Rising Eagles.' He scored 10 points on his own, dominating offensively, and proved his solid defensive skills by preventing scores with precise service plays and crucial blocks at decisive moments. His performance, anchoring the team on both offense and defense, has further heightened anticipation for his plays in the upcoming broadcast of 'Passionate Basketball Club.'

Son Tae-jin is scheduled to hold his '2025 Son Tae-jin National Tour Concert 'It's Son Time',' starting in Seoul on December 6-7, followed by performances in Daegu and Busan. The SBS show 'Passionate Basketball Club' is set to premiere on the 29th.

Following the broadcast, viewers expressed amazement at Son Tae-jin's multifaceted talents. Comments included, "He's good at basketball, singing, and has variety skills too! He's a jack of all trades," and "What would we have done without Son Tae-jin? As expected, Son Shine is reliable!"