ATEEZ member San is set to show a completely different side of himself on MBC's The Manager, revealing his love for Pokémon and giving viewers their first look inside his hotel room.
The upcoming October 24 episode of the popular variety show will feature San alongside fellow ATEEZ member Hongjoong, offering a closer look at their lives away from the stage.
Known for his powerful performances, sharp expressions, and impressive physique, San has earned the nickname "Grand Duke of the North" among fans because of his commanding stage presence and resemblance to characters from romantic fantasy stories.
However, viewers will soon discover that the singer's everyday personality is quite different from his intense image on stage.
According to the show's preview, San will appear with his signature dark hair and charismatic appearance while driving to an undisclosed destination.
Instead of heading to a serious appointment, however, he will arrive at a Pokémon pop-up store.
The ATEEZ member reportedly arrives early to be among the first customers, showing just how excited he is to see his favorite Pokémon characters.
He even sings the Pokémon theme song while enjoying the experience, revealing his enthusiasm as a dedicated fan of the franchise.
The unexpected moment is expected to bring laughter as viewers see the contrast between San's intimidating stage image and his playful personality.
Beyond his Pokémon obsession, the episode will also reveal San's caring side through his relationship with his family.
Originally from Namhae in South Gyeongsang Province, San introduces himself as "Namhae's first idol," proudly acknowledging his hometown.
He also makes a phone call to his parents to celebrate their wedding anniversary, showing his affection for his family.
During the episode, San shares a meaningful story about how he used his earnings after debuting with ATEEZ to pay off all of his parents' debts.
The personal revelation offers another glimpse into the singer's life beyond his performances and busy entertainment schedule.
Another major highlight of the upcoming broadcast is San's hotel room, which will be shown publicly for the first time.
As a member of ATEEZ, a group known for its extensive international activities, San spends much of his time traveling overseas.
The singer reportedly stays in hotels outside South Korea for more than half of the year because of the group's demanding international schedule.
Through The Manager, viewers will get an opportunity to see what his living space looks like during those trips.
The episode will also feature San without makeup, showing his natural appearance away from the styling and elaborate outfits typically seen during ATEEZ performances.
For fans who are familiar with his intense choreography and confident stage presence, the broadcast promises a more relaxed look at the singer's everyday habits.
San and Hongjoong's appearance comes as ATEEZ continues to attract international attention through their music and performances.
The group previously made history as the first K-pop boy group to perform at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, further expanding its global recognition.
While San is widely recognized for his strong stage presence, his upcoming variety show appearance will highlight the more personal side of his life, including his interests, family relationships, and experiences traveling as an idol.
From visiting a Pokémon store to sharing memories about his parents and opening up his hotel room to cameras, the episode is expected to reveal several sides of San that fans rarely get to see.
ATEEZ's San and Hongjoong will appear on episode 421 of MBC's The Manager, scheduled to air on October 24 at 11:10 PM KST.
