Ma Jingxiang, a member of the K-pop CLOSE YOUR EYES, has gone viral after several clips from his recent livestream spread across social media.
Although he was broadcasting from Seoul, the Chinese idol frequently spoke in his native Chongqing dialect, delighting fans with his authentic accent.
Born in Chongqing in 2004, Ma Jingxiang is currently active in South Korea as a member of CLOSE YOUR EYES.
While he is known for his polished stage presence, his livestreams reveal a much more relaxed and approachable personality.
One of the most popular clips shows him talking about his hometown cuisine, enthusiastically praising duck soup cooked with pickled radish in a strong Chongqing accent.
He also used several local expressions and even introduced a traditional Chongqing chant while playing a simple hand game with his fellow members.
Fans praised Ma Jingxiang for proudly embracing his hometown culture despite working in the Korean entertainment industry.
His natural use of the Chongqing dialect has earned him the playful nickname “K-pop’s Chongqing Dialect Ambassador” among netizen.
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