Meet The Member: An Interview with IDID’s Park Wonbin – The Thoughtful Creative Behind the W-Smile
by Hasan Beyaz

To celebrate IDID’s official debut, we caught up with each member individually.
Nicknamed “W-smile” for his distinctive grin, Park Wonbin brings warmth and brightness wherever he goes. Beyond his charm, he’s a multi-talented creative with passions for photography and cooking, finding different ways to channel artistry both on and off stage. His INFJ thoughtfulness comes through in the way he prepares deeply, then lets go in performance — giving fans both power and sincerity in equal measure.
1. Your nickname is “W-smile.” What’s the story behind it, and how do you think your smile connects with fans?
I got the nickname because people around me complimented how I have pretty lips that look like the letter ‘W.’ I believe a smile can make people happy, so to me, my smile is like a gift that I can give to our fans.
2. You have a love for photography — if you could capture IDID’s debut in one photo, what would it look like?
I’d take a photo backstage with the members. I want to capture the important moments that I want to remember forever.
3. Cooking is another talent of yours. How does creativity in the kitchen compare to creativity on stage?
In cooking, creativity comes from carefully thinking and experimenting to make something delicious. On stage, it’s about enjoying yourself so that’s when the best ideas come and great performances are born. For me, I think the difference between cooking and performing is in the carefulness versus the joy.
4. Was there a moment in CHAN-RAN that tested your skills or stamina the most, and how did you handle it?
Practicing ‘CHAN-RAN’ was tough because the song is playful and dreamy yet the choreography is powerful. Sometimes I’d even break character during the acting parts because I was exhausted but in those moments, I tried to just enjoy myself and push through.
5. As an INFJ, you’re often thoughtful. How do you bring that depth into your performances?
As an INFJ, I think a lot and reflect deeply while preparing for performances. I practice carefully so when it’s time to perform, everything comes out naturally without me having to think too much on stage.