NCT's Chenle Impresses Chef Choi Hyun-seok with Culinary Passion on 'Please Take Care of My Refrigerator'

NCT member Chenle has captured attention with his fervent passion for cooking, revealed during his appearance on the JTBC variety show 'Please Take Care of My Refrigerator.'

The episode featured Chenle and Mark from NCT, alongside Lee Know and Felix from Stray Kids, drawing significant interest. They shared warm anecdotes about their friendships, with Chenle highlighting their fun times playing pool. Notably, Chenle revealed he flew to Korea specifically for the show despite his ongoing world tour, surprising everyone.

He stated, 'I took a plane right after the concert finished yesterday,' underscoring his status as a dedicated fan of 'Please Take Care of My Refrigerator.' Chenle also expressed his deep interest in cooking, sharing that he regularly watches the program. His dedication went so far as to directly message Chef Choi Hyun-seok with numerous cooking-related questions.

Chef Choi Hyun-seok remarked, 'Chenle asks so many questions about cooking. He even contacts me at 5 AM. He asks more questions than our restaurant staff,' which drew laughter from the studio. Impressed by Chenle's relentless culinary enthusiasm, Choi Hyun-seok jokingly offered, 'I recognize his passion and will take him as my disciple,' adding a heartwarming touch to the segment.

Chenle is a main dancer and vocalist for the popular K-pop group NCT. He hails from China, making him the sole Chinese member of the group. His remarkable talent in music and dance was evident from a young age, catching the attention of SM Entertainment early on.