[K-Culture] 2PM's Nichkhun Shocks Fans, Reveals He Ate Only 3 Eggs in 3 Days After Body Shaming Comments

Korean boy group 2PM recently appeared on SBS's "Uh, But Like, Seriously," where members Nichkhun, Taecyeon, Jun. K, Wooyoung, and Chansung looked back at classic moments from their debut. During the show, Nichkhun also discussed a recent photo that garnered attention for making him look heavier than usual, admitting he was shocked by the comments and subsequently adopted a very strict diet.

2PM Recalls Legendary Shirt-Tearing Performance for 'Heartbeat'

In the latest episode, the 2PM members revisited their legendary shirt-tearing performance during the "Heartbeat" promotions. Taecyeon explained that the moment wasn't a meticulously planned part of the choreography but rather a spontaneous tearing of his shirt on stage, which unexpectedly became an iconic scene.

I think that's when the rules started.

Nichkhun

Nichkhun jokingly added that their performance back then might have led to stricter broadcasting standards for TV stations.

Ate a Lot While in Thailand, Shocked by Comments

Later in the show, Nichkhun discussed a recent photo that gained attention for making him look heavier than usual. He explained that earlier this year, with no scheduled activities, he returned to his home in Thailand and ate a lot. He was later shocked when he saw a YouTube video where someone commented that he looked older.

Earlier this year, I didn't have any schedules, so I went back to my home in Thailand and ate a lot. Later, I saw a YouTube video where someone said I looked older, and I was shocked. When I was dieting, I ate only 3 eggs for 3 days.

Nichkhun

Nichkhun's candid revelation of his extreme dieting experience on the show once again highlights the immense pressure idols face regarding their appearance and body image.