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⸝⸝ ❝lee heeseung | 이희승❞
⸝⸝ EUNJI x HEESEUNG
eunji and heeseung met early on in their trainee days at big hit. both were known for being “all-rounders,” so they often ended up grouped together for evaluation practices. while heeseung was the quiet perfectionist, eunji brought balance, teasing him when he got too serious, but also matching his discipline. they shared late-night vocal practices, trading harmonies and feedback, sometimes just humming along to their favorite songs under the dim lights of the training room. heeseung respected eunji’s leadership and composure; she admired his calm precision. people often joked they were the “model trainees”, too good at everything to be real.
during i-land, their relationship became a quiet source of comfort for both. eunji was protective of the younger trainees, but she naturally gravitated toward heeseung, whose steady presence grounded her. he was the type to offer her water after long performances, or subtly adjust her mic pack. they weren’t overly affectionate on camera, but there were little gestures, a knowing glance before results were announced, a reassuring smile when one of them looked tense. when eunji was chosen for debut, heeseung's proud smile and clapping in the background became a small viral moment among engenes.
now, they have a quiet, steady friendship, lots of inside jokes from trainee days. when eunji and heeseung are in the same room, the energy is relaxed but playful, light bickering, him teasing her about her “celebrity tone” on camera, and her mocking his habits on interviews. they often exchange demo ideas or share studio time. he respects her production skills and she often credits him as someone whose feedback she trusts most. they’re not clingy, but fans can tell how close they are from small things.
moderately popular but deeply adored. it’s not the loudest ship, but engenes adore their chemistry. engenes love how grounded and genuine their friendship feels, no performative energy, just long-standing trust and creative chemistry.
favorite memories/moments:
➺ an interview where heeseung mentioned eunji’s advice helped him through a creative slump.
➺ enhypen on music core when eunji was mc, heeseung pretended to “forget” his line, and she rolled her eyes on live tv before finishing it for him.
➺ eunji once posted a behind-the-scenes photo of her studio setup with a visible “heeseung_guide.wav” file in the corner, fans caught it and speculated they worked on an unreleased track together.
⸝⸝ ❝park jongseong | 박종성❞
⸝⸝ EUNJI x JAY
eunji and jay first met during their sm trainee days, both the same age, both talented and headstrong. they started off as friendly competitors, eunji had that confident, slightly playful energy, while jay was focused and quietly intimidating in his own right. their friendship was built on mutual respect and a shared frustration at the harsh trainee system, sneaking snacks after long rehearsals, whispering sarcastic commentary during monthly evaluations, and laughing their way through exhaustion.
when they reunited at big hit, it was surreal, that “you again?” kind of moment that quickly turned into relief. it felt like fate pulling an old friend back into her orbit.
on i-land, eunji and jay had this sibling energy with spark. they knew each other too well. jay could tell when eunji was overworking herself, and eunji could tell when he was putting on his “cool guy” act to mask nerves. fans loved their playful bickering.
now they’re ride-or-die best friends within enhypen. their banter is legendary, constant playful roasting, but also deep mutual trust. she often drives him crazy with her impulsive ideas (like cutting her hair the night before a shoot), and she's the one he calls at 2 a.m. to rant or brainstorm lyrics. they’ll argue over food, shove each other on stage, but then team up to prank the others five minutes later. despite all the clowning, eunji is fiercely protective of him. during a variety show when a guest teased jay a bit too hard, fans noticed her subtly redirecting the conversation, something jay thanked her for off-camera.
very popular among engenes. jaeji clips trend often because they’re pure entertainment gold.
favorite memories/moments:
➺ during en-o'clock, jay made a dad joke that flopped completely. eunji’s “i’ll pretend to laugh because i care about your feelings” went viral.
➺ their dance challenge video where they accidentally collided mid-spin, then kept giggling and ending up having to restart five times.
➺ jay teasing eunji for hours after she tripped onstage during an encore, only for him to trip the next show and get instant revenge teasing from her.
➺ fans still love their heartfelt 2021 weverse live where they reminisced about their sm trainee days, laughing about how “we used to think debuting was the end of our problems, little did we know.”
⸝⸝ ❝sim jaeyun | 심재윤❞
⸝⸝ EUNJI x JAKE
at first, he was a little intimidated by her, thinking she was too serious to approach (for whatever reason, since she's far from it). but once he cracked a few awkward jokes during practice and made her genuinely laugh, the ice broke instantly. eunji found his easygoing energy refreshing, he found her teasing warmth comforting in an unfamiliar environment. they bonded over english and long talks about home, his in australia, hers in new york, and how different yet similar their dreams felt.
on i-land, eunji and jake had one of the most wholesome friendships. he always looked out for her, carrying her water bottle or hyping her up before performances, she’d gently scold him when he doubted himself. one especially adored moment came when jake got emotional after a tough evaluation, and eunji handed him a water bottle, reassuring him that he did well.
these days, jake and eunji are like the group’s resident serotonin pair. their friendship radiates warmth, jokes, shared smiles on stage, and random bursts of laughter mid-interview. jake often calls her “one of his favorite people to be around,” and she jokingly says he’s “like a golden retriever that learned how to sing.” fans adore how instinctively protective he is of her. small gestures like walking on the street side when they leave schedules, or offering her his jacket without making a big deal of it. she, in turn, always hypes him up, whether it’s cheering him on or reposting his song recs with sweet captions like, “our jake has taste.”
very popular among engenes. eunjake content is comforting, their energy feels like if serotonin was a friendship.
favorite memories/moments:
➺ during a fanmeet, jake accidentally called eunji noona (even though they’re the same age), and she dramatically gasped before scolding him, and the crowd loved it.
➺ their vlog where jake brought her australian snacks, and then spent five minutes passionately explaining tim tams to her.
➺ when eunji joined jake’s live unexpectedly and it turned into a 40-minute stream full of jokes and giggles.
⸝⸝ ❝park sunghoon | 박성훈❞
⸝⸝ EUNJI x SUNGHOON
eunji and sunghoon’s first meeting as trainees was… awkwardly polite. he was reserved, focused, and had that “figure skater aura”. eunji, meanwhile, was confident but observant, not the type to force small talk. it took a few weeks for the ice to thaw (pun intended). their connection started through mutual respect both perfectionists, both hard on themselves, both quietly competing with each other in every evaluation. their relationship began to shift one late evening in the practice room, both staying behind after everyone else left. she offered to help him polish a dance formation, and by the end, they were laughing over an offbeat spin. from that night onward, something softened between them. they became quiet constants for each other, a shared glance when things got tough, a subtle nudge of encouragement during evaluations. their friendship was built in the quiet moments between exhaustion and ambition.
on i-land, their chemistry was obvious even without trying. fans described them as the calm before the storm, always standing near each other, exchanging small smiles, or working in sync during performances. sunghoon often checked if she’d eaten, eunji reminded him to rest. one fan-favorite moment came during a elimination round, and when sunghoon’s name wasn't announced, eunji’s face visibly relaxed in relief. he caught her gaze from across the stage and gave the faintest nod.
after debut, their connection deepened into something layered, part friendship, part tension, part comfort. they’re the duo everyone calls “too in sync.” sunghoon knows when eunji’s anxious just by how she fidgets with her ring, eunji can tell he’s overthinking by the way he clenches his jaw. staff and members know they’re close. sunghoon naturally looks out for her, from adjusting her mic to shielding her from overzealous cameras. eunji, in turn, knows how to draw out his softer, more playful side. he’s the most relaxed around her, smiling more, letting his guard down. they bicker like an old married couple, then go quiet and blushy at the smallest compliment.
there’s also that subtle possessiveness. not in a controlling way, but in that quietly jealous, watchful kind of way. fans pick up on it, those lingering glances during interviews, the way he instinctively stands near her during group poses, or wordlessly hand her his jacket between takes. the small gestures that speak louder than any quote could. eunji pretends not to notice, but everyone else definitely does. mutual crush? everyone sees it.
one of the most popular ships involving eunji, right up there with eunjake. sungji edits dominate engene tiktok, and their dynamic has that “are they or aren’t they?/will they or won't they?” quality that drives fans crazy.
favorite memories/moments:
➺ during a rehearsal clip, eunji tripped slightly and sunghoon instinctively caught her by the wrist, steadying her.
➺ their accidental hand touch moment during an encore, where they both froze and laughed before continuing the choreography.
➺ during an interview, when asked which member he’d trust to have his back during a tough time, and sunghoon answered eunji.
➺ in a behind video, eunji mentioned she was nervous before a performance and asked fans to wish her good luck, and sunghoon offhandedly said, “you don’t need luck. you’re always good.”
➺ that one fancam where they both turned toward each other during a formation change, accidentally locked eyes, and smiled.
➺ a clip where eunji teased him about being “too serious all the time,” and he just smiled and “only because you’re not watching.” (cue riki gagging in the background)
⸝⸝ ❝kim sunoo | 김선우❞
⸝⸝ EUNJI x SUNOO
when they first met, eunji immediately took to him. she could tell he was nervous but trying to hide it under a bright smile. she remembered how that felt, being the new one trying to stand out without seeming scared, so she naturally took him under her wing. she’d compliment his vocals and dancing after monthly evaluations, and he quickly started calling her “eunji noona” in that affectionate, slightly dramatic way only sunoo could pull off. he wasn’t afraid to tease her. he’d compliment her one second (“you’re so pretty, nuna”) and roast her the next (“but your hair looks like a bird’s nest today”). instead of getting annoyed, eunji found it refreshing. they bonded quickly over their shared love for music, but even more over the small things, swapping skincare tips, gossiping between practices. they became known among trainees as the smile duo because they were always laughing together.
during i-land, their dynamic shined, the perfect blend of chaos and care. eunji often doted on him, and sunoo in turn, hyped her up endlessly. fans loved their natural sibling-like energy. she was often caught in the background trying not to laugh at his comments.
now, eunji and sunoo are inseparable best friends. if she’s stressed, he’s the first to drag her out for ice cream. if he’s feeling down, she’s the first to hype him up until he’s glowing again. they're comfortable with physical closeness, linking arms, leaning on each other, sharing snacks. they’re often seen whispering and laughing together in a corner, or posting selfies together. their energy on stage and in interviews is infectious. sunoo loves filming content with her because she always plays along with his antics, and eunji adores how genuine he is beneath the humor.
sunji (not to be confused with sungji)/sunshinez
immensely popular. clips of them joking, dancing together, or just existing in the same frame go viral easily. they’re seen as the group’s emotional backbone, the ones who can lift everyone’s spirits even during hard times.
favorite memories/moments:
➺ their 2022 fanmeeting performance of candy (by baekhyun).
➺ a vlog where they did each other's makeup for fun.
➺ eunji laughing uncontrollably during a music show when sunoo tripped mid-skip and immediately posed like it was intentional.
➺ their matching pajamas vlog where they talked about skincare, friendship, and more.
➺ the heartfelt birthday where eunji cried after sunoo surprised her with a handwritten note and homemade cupcakes and told her, “you always take care of everyone, so i wanted to take care of you for once.”
⸝⸝ ❝yang jungwon | 양정원❞
⸝⸝ EUNJI x JUNGWON
eunji first met jungwon during their trainee period, when he was still one of the youngest but already surprisingly mature. she remembers being struck by how focused he was, polite, reserved, and quietly confident.
on i-land, eunji was one of jungwon’s biggest supporters. fans adored how she subtly cheered for him, and she was often seen checking on him during stressful moments. small nods during performances, gentle pats on the back after rehearsals. she often encouraged him when he doubted himself, telling him he already had the presence of a leader long before anyone else noticed.
now, their relationship feels like mutual trust personified. jungwon may be the official leader, but even he admits that eunji is his anchor. she balances his sense of responsibility with warmth, reminding him to eat, nudging him to rest, and quietly taking on small tasks so he doesn’t overextend himself. he trusts her completely. when he’s stressed, he tends to confide in her first because she listens without judgment. eunji sees jungwon as someone wiser than his years. together, they’re the group’s steady center. when things get hectic, everyone instinctively looks to either eunji or jungwon to ground the energy.
moderately popular but deeply cherished.
favorite memories/moments:
➺ during a chaotic group game, jungwon accidentally hit eunji with a soft plush toy. he immediately froze and bowed like five times while apologizing, and she couldn’t stop laughing.
➺ a behind-the-scenes moment where jungwon bought an extra bottle of water just for eunji and handed her one without saying anything.
➺ the en-o’clock episode where they were paired for a group task and everyone joked they looked like parents managing their six children.
⸝⸝ ❝nishimura riki | 西村 力❞
⸝⸝ EUNJI x NI-KI
the first thing eunji noticed about him was how young he was. full of raw talent and a little bit of mischief. riki adored her from day one, not that he’d ever admit it seriously. he’d purposely mess up choreography just to make her laugh.
on i-land, they were the chaos pair. she loved teasing him for his “cool kid” attitude. he’d roll his eyes and mumble, “you’re so dramatic, noona,” only for her to ruffle his hair in response. their dynamic became a fan favorite. she’d hand him snacks during breaks, he’d brag about beating her in competitions (even when he didn’t), and fans couldn’t get enough of their dynamic, the way she laughed at his antics like a proud older sister but always kept him grounded.
now, eunji and riki are the patient big sister-annoying little brother duo. they bicker constantly, over food, game scores, or who gets the first line in a song, but everyone knows it’s all love. eunji spoils him without realizing it, buying him snacks, defending him when members tease him. riki pretends to hate the attention, but fans have caught him grinning every time she does something kind for him. he’s the one who gets away with teasing her the most. he’ll copy her mannerisms during variety shows, photobomb her selfies, and mock her “serious idol mode.” yet whenever she’s tired or stressed, he quietly hands her a water bottle or slips her a note that says “cheer up, nuna.” he never says it out loud, but he looks up to her more than anyone.
hugely popular. niji moments always go viral, whether it’s riki roasting her mid live or eunji chasing him across the practice room after he takes her phone. fans adore how natural and unscripted they feel. they’re the comic relief duo everyone needs.
favorite memories/moments:
➺ an en-o'clock episode where eunji scolded riki for leaving his dance shoes behind again, and he dramatically dropped to his knees begging for forgiveness while she tried not to laugh.
➺ a moment of riki giving eunji bunny ears during an interview. she noticed mid-sentence, smacked his arm, and kept talking like nothing happened.
➺ when riki posted a picture of them for eunji's birthday, and it was him in the center and eunji caught off-guard in the corner.
(i haven't watched i-land i hope that's not too obvious lol)
