"Did He Grow Up a Lot?" SF9 Hwiyoung Reveals Past Photos... 'Warm Growth'

Currently promoting the title track 'Yeoreum Hyanggi-ga Nal Chumchuge Hae'

Group SF9 Hwiyoung / Photo by SF9 Twitter

Group SF9 Hwiyoung / Photo by SF9 Twitter

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Suwan] Group SF9's Hwiyoung (real name Kim Youngkyun) attracted netizens' attention by revealing past photos.

On the 13th, Hwiyoung posted several photos on SF9's official Twitter along with a short caption, "Did I grow a lot? #SF9 #HWIYOUNG."

Among the photos released that day, one appears to be a childhood picture showing a more youthful appearance than now. In the photo, Hwiyoung strikes various poses while looking at the camera.

In particular, his still flawless appearance draws admiration from viewers. Additionally, he exudes a more mature and cool vibe, catching the eye.

Group SF9 Hwiyoung / Photo by SF9 Twitter

Netizens who saw the photos responded with comments such as "A great example of warm growth," "Hwiyoung has really grown into a man," "What did you eat to be so handsome?" and "Hwiyoung makes me want to dance."

Meanwhile, SF9 released their 8th mini-album '9loryUS' on the 6th and are currently promoting the title track "Summer Scent Makes Me Dance."

'9loryUS,' the album released six months after their first full-length album 'First Collection' last year, captures the hot and brilliant moments as the nine members come together as one.

The title track "Summer Scent Makes Me Dance" is a house genre song that embodies a free summer mood. Energetic vocals, acoustic guitar, and trendy synth sounds create a special harmony, allowing listeners to feel SF9's unique exciting summer energy.

SF9's 8th mini-album '9loryUS,' released on the 6th, has also received much love overseas, ranking in the top 2 on iTunes K-pop album charts in a total of 14 regions including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Thailand.