My Next Door's Myung Jae-hyun, 1,100 schedules

BOYNEXTDOOR leader Myung Jae-hyun said on the final day of the group's first world tour 'KNOCK ON Vol.2' in Seoul at the KSPO DOME in Songpa District on the 19th, "I cried a lot after the concert ended." He revealed that he had completed over 1,100 schedules between 2024 and 2025, referring to the group's activities since their debut under the production of Zico. Despite the heavy schedule, Myung Jae-hyun expressed that he enjoys the feeling of exhaustion and has maintained his energy by live-streaming with fans at night.

Leadership pride and member support

Myung Jae-hyun introduced himself as "Myung Leader" during his appearance on JTBC's variety show "Knowing Bros." The nickname was given by member Lee Han, who told him, "You're the best leader." He shared that although he joined the company late, all members recommended him to become the leader. After receiving approval from Zico PD, he said, "I wanted to be a leader who serves as an escape route for my members," and encouraged them by saying, "I believe in you, so you can do it." This leadership stems from the strong support of his members.

Entertainment skills and unique talents captivate Kang Ho-dong

Myung Jae-hyun showcased a personal act on the show using the catchphrase of comedian Heo Kyung Hwan, turning the studio into a sea of laughter. He said, "I practice every morning in front of the mirror. I especially focus on nailing Heo Kyung Hwan's signature breathing points." Kang Ho-dong praised him, saying, "You remind me of Lee Seung-gi," to which Myung Jae-hyun replied, "Does that mean I'm becoming 'Kang Line'?" drawing more laughter. Kang Ho-dong admitted, "I can't handle this today. I'm not ready to part with you," clearly captivated by Myung Jae-hyun's entertainment skills. Seo Jang-hoon suggested, "If you're this good, you should come on '10 Million People's Show' when you have time," and Myung Jae-hyun responded, "Just call me, and I'll come anytime."

Confession of falling short of expectations since debut

Myung Jae-hyun admitted that his performance after debut did not meet expectations. "I worked extremely hard. Even after debuting, we fell short of what we thought and expected," he said. "I wanted to explain the reason, so I told people our songs were so good that once they heard them, they'd start going crazy." He emphasized that even with a heavy schedule, he always completes every task, sharing a tip: "More important than actions are the breaths—inhales and exhales—before doing something." Yoonho of TVXQ expressed surprise, saying, "If you keep doing this, you'll die. I'm doing well, but I'm not being pushed into a schedule like this."

Unexpected charm of the clumsy leader

Myung Jae-hyun confessed that he is a "clumsy leader" who can't do anything except work. He said, "I don't think Zico PD chose someone who lives for being good-looking as the leader." He added, "When I leave for a schedule half-awake, I sometimes have an air conditioner remote, toothbrush, and towel in my pocket. If I have something I want to say on the show, I just say it all at once and apologize later." While fulfilling his responsibilities as a leader, he also embraces his quirky charm. His ability to manage a heavy schedule and his entertainment skills are why his members are amazed.

Scheduling and release information

BOYNEXTDOOR's Myung Jae-hyun appeared on JTBC's variety program "Knowing Bros" on the evening of July 25. The broadcast aired on JTBC and was the 537th episode. Myung Jae-hyun participated in the show's K-POP leader special. The segment was published as a news article on Nate News on July 26, 2026.

Cast and participants

BOYNEXTDOOR's Myung Jae-hyun appeared on the 537th episode of JTBC's variety show "Knowing Bros" as part of the K-POP leader special. Other participants included Oh My Girl's Hyo-jung, VITB's Seo Eung-gwang, and TVXQ's Yoonho. Myung Jae-hyun introduced the nickname "Myung Leader," given to him by member Lee Han, and fulfilled his role as the group's leader.

Previous works, career, and achievements

BOYNEXTDOOR's Myung Jae-hyun debuted in 2023 as a group produced by Zico. He completed over 1,100 schedules between 2024 and 2025, setting a record for the highest number of schedules among idol members. He appeared on the 537th episode of JTBC's variety show "Knowing Bros" as part of the K-POP leader special.