Ni-ki's journey to ENHYPEN (the maknae on top)

[@Janinah]

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[@silmarasousa7991]

You made a great job editing this, you should be hired by mnet for them learn how to properly tell someone's story and move them.. I'm touched this was beautiful 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@Janinah]

Omg i just saw this🤧 THANKYOU THANKYOU SO MUCHHH!! ✨you should be hired by mnet for them to learn how to properly tell someone's story✨ had me lmao😆 THANKYOU AGAIN! HAVE A GOOD DAY!!❣️

[@engenesv1668]

this video you made.. i literally almost teared up like my eyes were watering but then I had to hold it in cuz i had my facials on me 😭 i felt so frustrated that he went thru those :( it’s so heartbreaking 😔 i’m so glad he made it !! he worked so hard & got in !! thank you for this video. It’s really special. A masterpiece. One of my fav video on youtube

[@sahanaraj4276]

@@engenesv1668 Dang u ALMOST ✨cried✨? I cried this whole video-

[@tt-tk7cv]

@@sahanaraj4276 i also cried at the whole video🙁💔😭

[@parnecianparapinoaliaselrm3668]

They treated him like a dangerous rival, like a threat, not like a 14-year-old boy, they knew he was the best at dancing and they were afraid, but he triumphed and debuted.

[@user3-v5u]

Fr I swear the reason ni-ki and Sunoo kept ending up in the ground was because they were seen as too much competition

[@parnecianparapinoaliaselrm3668]

@@user3-v5u Facts!!!!

[@lilybrad743]

Imagine having all that pressure and criticism at 14 geez

[@anna-marieoliverio7810]

I know I’m America right now he is fifteen but there he was 16 and 14 in America that’s tough for o handle all that

[@sooliaxcafe5127]

Yes true

[@zeddy2284]

fr i wouldnt survive he did amazin reminds me of jungkook but even more of a unique dancin machine

[@diiissshhhaaaaa]

i would cried there and then and dropped out at 14

[@chaeryoung9715]

@@diiissshhhaaaaa yess😭

[@yunashin2528]

For me Ni-ki's journey to become a member in enhypen is the most heartbreaking one because of all the criticism from other fans and him being unable to communicate easily because of the language barrier and him unable to express his feelings, how he lost his confidence after staying so much in the ground and him thinking that he isnt skilled enough when in fact he is the most amazing dancer that has a really nice vocal color. when he was called to become a member of enha i cried my eyes out and when i saw his reaction it broke my heart so much. Seeing him now as a member of enhypen realy made me realize how i-land took such a toll on him to the point he can't even relax and be himself, I am so glad that in enhypen he is now acting like his age and he seems to be really having fun. I am also glad that the other enhypen members treasure him so much, I can't wait to see them grow together and become one of the best kpop acts (heart emoji)

[@_emmy_1252]

Same the fact that he got so much hate from hundreds of people that were watching I-Land at a young age is just...heartbreaking and all because of the horrible editing. They made him seem like a person who he’s not and I am so glad that now he has 6 amazing people who love him and cherish him so much

[@TypicaLibra1093]

And now the tables have turned. He is now the most famous member. Have the most views on fancams, most mentioned on every social media platforms and even the senior idols gets flustered everytime he performs on any variety shows they appeared on. This is a slap to those people saying that Ni-Ki did not deserve to debut. He deserved the world and even more. Periodt.

[@owiajsjannaa]

Omg ikr😭😭 he definitely struggled the most out of everyone poor baby boy! The entire world was hating on a fucking 14 year old boys for simply wanting to debut and for simply being himself and not sugarcoat shit like ugh!!! But at the end it paid off big time, as the other comment said now he has become the most popular member and I'm just so happy for him

[@bbbddd472]

ig the hate he got was from people are just bunch of kids who easily fooled by mnets evil editing someone who is old and mature there is no way to be fooled by that!

[@monicabrossier2073]

So we’ll said! He went through so much and let’s not forget he’s the youngest in the group! He really deserves his place in ENHYPEN! It wouldn’t be the same without him! 🥰

[@katemarrianemantilla5016]

My biggest flex is I didn't treat Ni-ki as a selfish person since in the beginning.

[@stellarbts4181]

Same. But being selfish isn't always a bad thing. I am selfish but it's human nature. To say your not selfish is wrong. He wanted to win and he will do anything to get that except hurting people and he should. But that can't be termed as selfish. That was the first time I was really disappointed about Mnet. i didn't know much about Mnet or care about it but when they started to show Niki in that light. I got really mad. Evil editing.

[@pnkosis]

same

[@Elizabeth-wt2wk]

Same, I don't why people saw him that way. Being a dancer is a lot of pressure and well with time you become a little different from the others becuase we know how we do things. We have been working to become stars for years. But people just want to make us feel bad sometimes. We have a lot of pressure to be perfect but people just don't realize that we give our whole life to this just for people sending hate to him went he was in I-LAND. It wasn't fair that they will treat him that way😭. I just can't some people just send hate we out knowing what is truely happeing and how it can affect people.

[@예은-v3o]

Me too I always adored him and was always on his side

[@jahan1981]

I respected him. He remained his true self, no sugar coating or acting extra nice for the camera. A true character arc. This boy will make it big

[@lalli5089]

He received a lot of criticism during I-land but what people forgot was that he was just a 15 year old kid!!! He really tried hard to help others while still achieving his goal of debut.

[@yunashin2528]

he was still 14 during i-land and yes people dont see or look at a 14 year olds perspective that time who came to a foreign country in hopes to debut

[@bangtanxseventendarknight4032]

He was 14 bcz we are in the same age

[@serendipity6726]

@@rararadl_ that’s his Korean age, 16, by “international” age, he’s 14 at that time

[@sunghoops6763]

@@serendipity6726 hes japanese tho?

[@jforjyn5602]

@@sunghoops6763 Yes, but the show was held in Korea.

[@vairry9638]

The way almost all ilanders treat those younger ilanders like baby but when it comes to Ni-ki they're too harsh the pressure they gave to Ni-ki is just too unacceptable , and the fact that he's the second youngest among all of them☠️

[@mfcitygirl8863]

fr that always bothered me

[@TypicaLibra1093]

I agree. In my opinion, they were treating him harshly because they were threatened by him. They knew Ni-Ki was a very strong opponent because he's very charismatic and talented. I have always loved him since I-land. And now I love him even more. Such a strong baby 😍

[@AV-cc3pn]

Exactly specifically k and heeseung... I don't know about other enhypen members too...they didn't even congratulations NI-KI

[@youlooklikeasexyworm9338]

They were threatened by niki bc he was such a good dancer. That’s why some of the trainees downgraded him to make themselves feel better

[@enjoys.trollingshittyreactors]

They are two faced. I only love jay in iland that time. He always treat ni-ki the same. Viewers is not used to a idol who had a real personality they want those robot idols atleast this boy is real atleast we all know hes not faking his personality

[@nikinikinornor7371]

Jay and him got a lot of similarities on their journey.....And it's sorrowful.

[@svtbtstxten-got7skz3]

I think Ni-Ki had the hardest journey in I-land with all the drama and low moments considering that he's also young and stayed in ground longer with all pressure and leadership assignments.

[@mi5994]

And the way Jay was so uncomfortable when he was scolded. These two are my favorites because of their journey both lost confidence after the first episode

[@aisharakic885]

nah and ni kis friendship is so beitiful

[@aisharakic885]

@JK Golden what what ?

[@patatas3035]

@JK Golden it's not selfishness and arrogance but his eagerness to be on the I-land and be part of the debuting team/group.

[@natalias1745]

During iland i didn't knew that Jay can speak Japanese and now that I know I just realized that he could understand when K was scolding Ni-Ki

[@ItzxVaxella]

This broke me actually I started legitimately crying

[@nikawrites]

NOW THATS A LOT OF DAMAGE THE FUCK

[@nianindiatie]

What happen to K and Niki back then?

[@nianindiatie]

Oh i can see now 11:20

[@karuvg481]

Simply he didn't care about him still tho

[@penehafonehemia355]

Ni-Ki doesnt have a bad personality, he was just in survival mode. And its kinda sad that he is a maknae but no one treated him the way they treat Sunoo, Taki or Daniel :(

[@stephenballecer9499]

True 😔

[@diiissshhhaaaaa]

he was second to maknae but yeah if he had respect then he wouldn't have broken out in what fans said "malicious person"

[@user-hg3wq6fs8q]

yeah it's sad...it's only because he's skilled and looks more mature, so the others treat him as if he is (even though he's even younger than taki, who everyone babies)

[@Lalaland-og9xr]

wdym the way they treated Sunoo? Didn't they all vote him out. I wouldn't want that to happen to Niki

[@diiissshhhaaaaa]

@@Lalaland-og9xr Yes, they did vote him out. But they probably mean in the second half, when I-Landers couldn't vote for elimination and ground went non-existent. The I-Landers started to get close with each other, so they started treating Sunoo better.

[@anitsirkxo]

The fact that he doesn't want to watch I-land because he knows about Mnets evil editing is heartbreaking

[@stephenballecer9499]

Ni-ki said in vlive... "I hate watching myself"😔and then jungwon said"to be honest, right now is what important" Sunoo:yeah I'm happy now... Ni-ki's journey is very sad 😔 I watched iland... He caught my attention... He's so very talented and honest...I'm so happy that he is now in enhypen... (Sorry for my english )

[@sunoosmilemesmile3999]

@@stephenballecer9499 in that vlive did he say that? I'm curious

[@stephenballecer9499]

@@sunoosmilemesmile3999 yep

[@eatjinarmy3469]

@@stephenballecer9499 It's okay! You're doing well with your English. I don't see any grammatical error. 🤗

[@bluuecharky7868]

@@stephenballecer9499 no your english is good!!

[@silla4543]

It was suspicious why hardly any happy moments of Ni-Ki appeared during the show. I voted for him because he has the strongest mentality as the second youngest boy there, aside being the best dancer and vocally he is the one I'm looking forward, cause his voice is unique.

[@stellarbts4181]

Same

[@silla4543]

@@stellarbts4181 I often get a like or reply despite posting after months when comment about Ni-Ki, am glad many people love him & see his loving endearing personality now.

[@stellarbts4181]

@@silla4543 I liked him since the application batch was realized. He drew me in and when he performed Jopping I knew that he was amazing and I would regret if I didn't choose him.

[@silla4543]

@@stellarbts4181 I'm sure u must've voted for him before 👍. Hope he gets some center time & more line in this next MV. I'm still not satisfied with his individual teaser now becox he was portrayed upside down, I guess his gaze is too powerful & fans may get heart-attacked 😁.

[@stellarbts4181]

@@silla4543 True that.

[@jwthhw4241]

niki isnt selfish, he has the mentality you need in a survival show. ITS A SURVIVAL SHOW. i actually admire the way he thinks and hes just honest tbh, everyone has some sort of selfishness in them. its a natural instinct when you are determined to do somethingand this would be his only chnace. theres a lot of moments in the show where i go whoa this kid is smart.

[@tanzaniteaugustine6748]

that's true, other people when confronted would just make excuses, he was really honest and that is commendable !

[@lovingseven4272]

Alternative title: Becoming enhypen ni-ki was never easy... Imagine at the age of 15 he gets many hates just because of mnet's evil edits😑 The caption on the thumbnail shows how the i-landers hates him because of just being himself and competive. If you know someone who hates ni-ki, slap them this video and if they cry, yes, they should cry. Anyways, we, nikities have a hard time protecting ni-ki on i-land days and please everyone to vote for him and look at him, being everyone's bias because of his cute personality❤️

[@yunashin2528]

Yes my close friend even hated him during i-land and i only knew about it after enha debuted. i mean he's just 14 back then a young child that still has a lot to experience people just want to believe what they want to. I'm so glad that I saw ni-ki grow into who he is today for me he had a rough journey thats why i'm overjoyed when i see him on stage and having fun with the rest of enha members huhuhu

[@kelkiegimm2420]

Yes I am so glad us Nikitties didn’t give up on him, stuck together, and voted for him all the way through! I’m so happy Ni-Ki didn’t give up either! Love from the USA 🇺🇸💗🙂!

[@lovingseven4272]

@JK Golden lol have you not moved on? Heeseung loves ni-ki and ni-ki loves heeseung as you see on their vlives, they're always together. Please, don't make this as an excuse to break their today's friendship. Every person change. I think the one you said that he's being selfish is because he said he's a better dancer that hee, if you look in a brighter side, he just want to show his talent, which yes, made him "selfish". But if you look, if you watch, he deeply regret it and think about it many times. It even affect his confident when he go to the ground. Stfu.

[@lovingseven4272]

@JK Golden which part did i fcking said that? Are u drunk-dazed?

[@lovingseven4272]

@JK Golden you must be talking to yourself. Crazy.

[@CindersVale]

Some viewers seem to have forgotten just how young Ni-Ki is. He had to move to another country to be in a highly competitive program. Plus, understanding and communicating in a second language. The pressure he felt had to have been enormous. I think Ni-Ki is more the quiet type. With time and experience, he will open up more.

[@ivysn13]

exactly

[@hannahmendoza910]

idk if anyone else saw it, but he has a *leader* mindset even if he isn't aware of it. people naturally are drawn to him, not only because of his skill at dancing, but his ability to create an atmosphere of hard work and diligence. take the grounders Fire performance as an example, he lead that and they killed it because of his leadership! everyone looked so hungry to win. to have that at the age of 14 is insane and really is a gift that ppl weren't able to see during the show. they mistaken his strong drive to win with selfishness and i will always feel bad for the hate he (only 14, a kid) got by a bunch of sensitive people who prob doesn't know what it was like to live alone at only 14 in a foreign country with a foreign language as theirs just for the slim possibility of debuting. anyway, look at him now. he is loved by so many people and you can just tell how much happier he is. this boy got so many solos!! not to mention he has the most loving hyungs and most loyal/supportive fandom (nikitties) with him 🥰🥰🥰 ty to those who rooted for him since day1 and those who are now

[@alie5153]

So true. Btw the fandom is it's "Nikrangdan" now hehe but still I will never forget that 'nikkities' it will be forever in my heart.

[@hannahmendoza910]

@@alie5153 oh ok ty for telling me :)

[@meg82133]

yea so true

[@PriyaKumari-nj9my]

I wish i knew i land since day one. I just feel bad that i didn't know about ENHYPEN and iland earlier but after their launch of fever. It feels kinna selfish but deep inside i know how much i love these boys. Specially Ni-ki.

[@hannahmendoza910]

@@PriyaKumari-nj9my dw love, as long as you're supporting them now, i'm sure they'd appreciate it just as much :))

[@meliodas2k612]

Niki is not selfish he's just eager to debut

[@oishifoods1841]

And even so he always sacrificed his time to help others :/

[@ni-kinotniki6010]

he's just honest at the first ep. If I were there I would vote out Taki, Seon and others who didn't standout much so just because I am friends with someone doesn't mean I automatically need to save them. Ni-ki also made clear to Taki that he was going to vote for him so he didn't backstab anyone. Ni-ki told Taki about his decision so he can grow, before he went to the voting area

[@vivtynio3446]

@@ni-kinotniki6010 actually taki stand out at ep 1

[@mi5994]

People forgot he is very young and very hardworking and driven.

[@selenacabello5278]

@@vivtynio3446 stand out for being bad you mean. His performance was a joke. Just because you’re good at locking, doesn’t mean you deserve to debut. He lacks everything

[@votefornikionweversegodble4882]

This is the reason why Ni-ki's stan are very sensitive HAHAHA and also very loyal to him. Edited: I hope the 2.1k who liked this comment still support enhypen especially our Ni-ki.

[@alie5153]

Loyal stan here🙋

[@moaarmy4580]

Loyal af🔥

[@ni-kinotniki6010]

yes

[@spninjas3233]

Thxs!

[@chaeryteamo8253]

yesss

[@lalli5089]

I think because of all the criticism he received during I-land he's scared of being himself now that he is part of ENHYPEN and it worries me sometimes cuz he's just our maknae

[@sophiew3060]

i wouldn't worry too much because what you said is true but i think lot of it might be due to the language barrier, it must be hard keeping up in a different language but you can definitely see him coming out of his shell more these days he looks really happy !!!

[@LesEXO2012]

Disagree. I think Ni-Ki is just growing up and trying to figure out what kind of person he wants to be while growing up in the spotlight. We all go through this except we get to do it off camera and away from public scrutiny

[@AV-cc3pn]

@보라색달 you're a very popular niki's anti here yt...

[@omgdannydevitoiloveyourwork]

@@AV-cc3pn how are they a Ni-ki anti? The person said that he needs to work on his vocals and rap a bit that's not hate, they literally just want him to improve to be the best he can be, people say this all the time to every idol so it's nothing new. Also if that person was a Ni-ki anti I don't think that they would have said that he is so smart and knows exactly what he wants, that's literally compliment.

[@AV-cc3pn]

@@omgdannydevitoiloveyourwork lol they're fake. They literally downgraded him and hyped other members under another enhypen video.

[@letsgaurrr7172]

Everyone took advantage of Niki because he was young. He had low rankings throughout the whole show and he was basically always in the ground, where he was always burdened by having to teach everyone the moves and help them get out of the ground while he stayed there. And when he finally ranked high everyone was just confused about it. He’s an amazing dancer but he was just ignored. And when K said that he only thinks about himself really angered me. Niki helped everyone in the ground and was constantly the leader even though it was slowly draining him of his confidence.

[@bobysaac6882]

Yeah. When I watched it. I don't really understand how they are treating Ni-ki, they are somehwat pushing them to lead them but this is a survival show. Not because he is an amazing and talented dancer does not mean that he has the obligations to teach them, like you know they should do it for themselves..tsssk..that is why I will forever support Ni-ki😍😍😎

[@misaarmy8178]

It was painful to watch , and very hurtful to the boy ...

[@minyoongislostsisterandrik2053]

Yeah but atlast he debuted and now he is the member who is mostly biased by fans

[@shessoogone1230]

for me, Ni-ki wasn't selfish. Ni-ki was as desparate as the others, he almost gave up in the end. He is a prodigy. At a young age, he left for his dream 2 years later he got the chance to debut. He is not selfish, he has a goal, a dream and he knows his skills. Yeah, maybe he can be my bias in Enhypen.

[@shessoogone1230]

Update, he is my bias in Enhypen. 😂

[@kurumimad5744]

@@shessoogone1230 nice haha

[@shamimagulshan9897]

Agreed

[@Eat_and_Live17]

He reminds me so much of Nct Mark..both are workholic

[@6forty2]

He was never being *Selfish* neither a *Bully*

[@NisaOyoiiii]

When the momment Ni-ki cries for Taki, my heart is broken again.

[@장멕시]

it was heartbreaking that almost no one was talking about ni-ki in weverse during I-Land days, i always cried when i see ppl hating him in the chatroom like calling him 'talentless', saying he deserve to be eliminated cuz he have a 'bad personality'.. I was so confused that time for I never saw anything wrong with what he was doing.. Some ppl need to learn that he was still a child, learn to understand them and not jump to conclusions nor believe rumours. I was concerned since he never smiled, but as ppl started to recognize his talent and potential, when he finally climbed up the ranking, I was so shocked and happy at the same time bc its the first time I saw him smile (well not really since he was smiling on their way to iland when they were introducing the applicants, but it was the first time based when they started).. The ilanders were shocked too. He worked so hard for his dream, the story of him immediately dancing too just after he woke up. It was a very hard time for ni-ki and us nikitties, but we never gave up. I believed in him since the very first, I'm so happy that he reached his dream and he finslly seems very happy and is now being playful. He is so chaotic. He deserves to be loved. I love him so much! Stan enhypen and never let anyone be left behind!

[@stellarbts4181]

I know! I tried posting about him in Weverse whenever I could because I couldn't find his posts much. I really hated it how could they talk about a 14 year old like that? I was so nervous during the announcement of the debut line and when his name came up! Baam! So darn happy and glad that he got the recognition he deserved!

[@midnightlover8968]

I think he had the hardest and most emotional journey to enhypen

[@stephenballecer9499]

True 🙁

[@iellajaie]

Imagine being a Niki Stan since i-land lol 😭 his journey is the hardest for real! I-landers treat him as a threat not as a maknae. this make me sad.

[@doodleyeon]

Ni-Ki suffered in i-land a lot and i’m glad that it has been paid off. What I’m most proud of is his growth. When he first entered i-land, his eagerness was up to the roof that he tend to think of himself more than others. That’s not particularly a bad thing, that’s actually great, but it didnt work for Ni-ki that well. He got eliminated in the first test, and then in ground, instead of just focusing on himself, he helped the team first in the best of his ability. He guided them, taught them, and was even very strict. A lot of people found him wrong since he was a bit short tempered, but he’s really just eager to perfect the team. He immediately changed from wanting rank 1 & focusing on himself to helping the grounders in need. After the second test, he still lead the team even when he didnt move up to i-land. And after losing the dance battle, it took a very huge toll on him that he didnt want to lead anymore, but in the end he still took the leader position not for himself but for the grounders. When he entered part 2 it didnt get better because even after always doing his best, he never got the badge. Before the results of the 3rd test, Ni-ki did so well that even Jake said it’s time for him to be in the purple room. But Ni-ki just pointed at the 7th bed. Before, he wanted part 1-2 & center because he was really eager to debut. But after everything that has happened, he didnt want to be on the highest ranks, but simply just wanted to be part of the 7. I’m so so glad he ranked 2 after the third test. And ofcourse, finally debuting!! I recently watched his live with Jake and Sunghoon (my dog is cuter line) and he’s very very happy. I’m so glad. I actually still think he’s too young to be in this shitty industry, but i’m relieved to know he’s in enhypen. He’s gonna grow so much more

[@seleneklarelee930]

Damn I remember that time he said he didn't care if he gets to be in the purple room as long as he's part of the debut team, it doesn't matter to him as long as he debuts... in that moment I felt so desperate for him to debut that I swore that if he didn't make it, I might probably not support the group... I was this desperate I voted for him on my 2 accounts and forced my sister to make an account to vote for him too... When his name was called to debut, I actually just froze and just couldn't react right away but I was so happy for him... Honestly, I love all the members in ENHYPEN considering that all 7 of them that debuted were my top 7 (I was so close to crying when they were about to announce the last member because Sunoo was there and I thought he won't make it but he did, I was so relieved cuz my sister liked him but I forced her to vote for Ni-ki, I'm guilty for this) It was the 1st time I watched a survival show that I was really completely satisfied with all the members that debuted because all the one's I hoped to debut debuted... I just had more of a soft spot towards Ni-ki since he was so young and had so much talent and he reminded me so much of how Taemin was when he was way younger...

[@doodleyeon]

@@seleneklarelee930 I totally get you! All enhypen members were my top 7 and the most I was worried about during the whole season 2 was Ni-ki. All members went through so much and there’s really nothing to compare, but since Ni-ki was so young I feel like the show had more weight on his mental health compared with the others. He kept pushing, falling, and growing as well. I’m also just so glad enhypen is what’s enhypen right now, their lineup is just perfect! Let’s support them well

[@enhaenhaenhaenhypen5482]

I can't help but get a little mad at K for creating drama and treating Ni-Ki rudely. Ni-Ki is such a hard worker and you can see that he went through a lot to get to where he is today. He deserves his spot in Enhypen.

[@kawaiicherryberryz]

Bu without him, niki would’ve continued thinking about himself and not a it his team, I’m pretty sure K had a huge impact on him and someone NEEDS to tell ni-kk that especially cuz he was 14

[@justacommie2782]

@@kawaiicherryberryz I get it but I still feel like K could have been a little nicer. For me it felt like he was projecting his anger on Niki cause he constantly picked on him

[@bloodsweattears5599]

K is nice to him. K is also a human being. If you tell someone something for one thousand times and still not get it, it would frustrate you.

[@sweetradish4857]

K also under pressured being a leader, and plus he consoled niki after what he had said.

[@Reese710]

@@bloodsweattears5599 is K heeseung or?

[@Haras_143]

Ni-ki's journey in Iland is the most painful and hard yet you can get a life time lesson. I am so proud of Him

[@dreikisal]

He was treated badly many times, people forgot he was literally 14 but I’m so glad he made it into the final group, he worked so hard

[@TypicaLibra1093]

After he debut, most of his bashers became his fan. He is now one of the most popular member of Enha. Every variety shows they attend to, Ni-Ki always shines the most. He is a baby for everyone. Not just for Enhypen and Engenes but also for other BH labels groups. Especially TXT. After watching their tv appearance you can see how much Ni-Ki was loved and protected by his hyungs. He was now receiving all the love he deserved that he never had during I-land days because they were way too harsh on him back then

[@julianneclarisseacacio8177]

from the first apperance of him i already stan him so hard and now he debuted as a enhypen member i am so proud of him

[@Stan_Raikantopini411]

I heard he was 11 back then so yeah I hate these survival shows

[@ethelcadalay6828]

yes and Ni-ki deserves the fame❤️💖

[@jsnsjajwjjwjw5142]

Yesss !! I’m so proud of my baby 😢

[@lisababymonsteran9603]

Imagine how a 14 year old boy survived this tiring competition 😭 My heart is always with you Ni-Ki

[@dwiutari325]

If you're stanning him for the 1st appearance of iland, you're a legend LoL. Tbh, it was the most difficult for me as veteran in kpop, keep trying to defend him. Too much harshwords, hate and bashful. I was so scared if he didn't get to debut. I even didn't look back when mc nam announced the debut line. And if you're a new engene, or maybe you're now not an engene but like him for the 1st time, it's okay, you're a legend too. Let's protect this baby. We have to defend, protect, support, and give him much love. We love you Ni-Ki and we'll always love you. Remember what he said, "Even though we are far from each other, let's fight together, let's work hard together" - [201219]

[@moaarmy4580]

Nikitties are so loyal🙏

[@shxnith]

i agree

[@stellarbts4181]

Nikkities. I liked him since the application batch. I saw his name and was enchanted. I thought, "I'll keep an eye for him" And when he appeared from the first stage performing Jopping I knew it was him! He was my one pick throughout the show! Fighting Niki!

[@foodlover8708]

Same !!

[@viviantj9311]

i salute the OG Ni-ki stans who has been with him from the start. i honestly don’t think i can watch i-land during that time cuz Ni-ki seems very unfortunate in every episodes, only last couple episodes are okay to watch cuz he finally got praised and recognition by the producers. look at Ni-ki right now, many understand why you guys believe in Ni-ki. despite he has least spotlights during debut day and drunk daze mv but that didn’t stop his star quality. bravo nikitties

[@moarmyengenecarat293]

I think Ni-Ki had one of the toughest journey on I-Land. He had so much pressure put on him because everyone knew he was an outstanding dancer. At 14, he was so brave to step up and lead when they needed him to. He learned and improved so much not just in dance, singing and performances but his own personal growth. I could see that Mnet was evil editing him but I didn’t fall for it. He has been one of my favorites since the beginning and I cried so many happy and proud tears when he was announced.

[@jiulover]

one thing i hated about i-land was how the others treated ni-ki. they all treated the youngest trainees (like daniel and taki) like little brothers, yet to ni-ki, who was also one of the youngest, they treated like a threat :/

[@mkznan5963]

I would feel intimidated by Ni-ki too because he's such a talented and awesome dancer at young age.

[@ivetrsru_]

Honestly Jay has been one of the person that has always understood Niki. Like he tries his best to help niki and bro look where they all are now

[@auliakeke]

I knew I made the right choice of stanning Ni-Ki ever since I-LAND. The boy is a gem, the most beautiful of all. I'm so happy that he gets the recognition and love he deserves that he couldn't get in I-LAND because of evil editing. Ni-Ki, fighting! ENHYPEN FIGHTING! Also, please love the seven of them

[@francine15able]

Just think about how different Ni-ki here is vs. the Ni-ki we see in Enhypen. He was carrying so much, that he couldn't even be himself, he couldn't act his age like the other maknaes of iland since there was too much pressure given the skill he has was known to everyone. This precious bb deserves so much for being so strong at a young age. We love you Nishimura Riki ❤️

[@No-ic6ru]

I remember people predicting the lineup and I'd never see niki on the list. What hurt more was the fact that the poor boy was trying so hard. I could see even in the eyes of the mentors how they'd be disappointed by his ranking knowing damn well that he deserved better.

[@deeuphrosyne]

The funny thing is when he was in ground, they knew they need Niki, he’s the one who can learn fast and lead them, but at the same time some of them also didn’t listen to him, with language barrier it must be hard for him to explain things so he used simple words which lead to misunderstanding, I’m so glad that he debuted, and he looks brighter and happier now, he looks so stress and depressed when he was in I-land even though he was one of the maknae

[@Alternativ33]

I didn’t know Ni-ki suffered that much just to get a debut. He’s so underrated and should be respected. Keep it up K-pop idols!

[@hepl.i]

Niki's trial is the one that made me the most emotional. Him getting scolded by K all the time was so heartbreaking, he was trying so hard to focus on himself so he can debut but others are putting him down to try connect with others. I'm just glad he finally debuted with Enhypen, he earned it.

[@cARatMoaYizz]

He was hated during I land but now most of his Fancam received a lot of views means many engenes loves him. This young man don't deserve all the hates. He is still a child his mind is not as mature as what you expected, you find him selfish for voting taki out but it's his decision, please respect, don't judge him (if you find him as selfish person, think of yourself, you also done being selfish but he didn't judge you) I'm just happy right now that my baby received a lots of love because it is what he deserve.

[@enjoys.trollingshittyreactors]

I remember his first fancam got alot of dislikes. Poor bb

[@cARatMoaYizz]

@@enjoys.trollingshittyreactors Yeah I noticed that too, Well that's normal when you're talented many people get jealous...hahaha

[@foxzrine3682]

His voice, getting deeper and deeper UwU

[@lilbaenk]

there are even moments i think of his voice as v's kkkk

[@bangtanxseventendarknight4032]

@@lilbaenk nah V voice is deeper then the ocean

[@bangtanxseventendarknight4032]

@@mmt1575 he is 15 and he will be 16 this year to

[@gourias3729]

Yeaahhh,, and he is still growing,, if his voice is so deep rn what will be its condition in the future 😃😃

[@apricity_cafe9633]

Bro I was crying cuz of how much I can relate to him but I just bursted into laughter when I saw this😭😭😭😭

[@sharlenedelgado5248]

ni-ki has the most unbreaking story on I-LAND i swear, imagine having that on 14. Being misunderstood and is labeled as selfish. He's still young back then, he still has a lot to learn. The way they treated the other youngest compared to him is so much different.

[@camille8806]

Ni-ki and Jay’s journey to enhypen is really the most heart-breaking, but also the most inspirational. Imagine surviving the grounds just to get to i-land, and finally making it to enhypen. I admire their determination and I aspire to be as persevered as them ❤️

[@Junemari]

People forgot Ni-Ki was only 14, speaking a foreign language and competing with older and wiser people than him. If I was in his shoes I would have faired worse and that why I rooted for him since!

[@kassandra2663]

They tried so hard to make him look selfish and evil but his real personality was there from the beginning, the pressure he had on was too much but he never treated anyone bad. He wasn't babied but his innocence shined through and that why he got to 4th place at the end and now he can be the cutest and craziest maknae with Enhypen where he belongs. 😭

[@kisundere6782]

This video brought me lots of painful memories. I remember how I prayed while looking up to the sun during day and looking up to the moon during night. And whenever 11:11 PM, I wish that he's ok, that he'll debut. The feeling of having an anxiety thinking he might not be safe or is he fine physically and mentally or is he sleeping comfortably or is he eating well. Knowing that he almost has less screening time. He was criticized, trended in a wrong way, hated for his 'translated' words, misunderstood for his actions, downgrading his skills and talents, a freaking article abt his b4d attitud3 which doesn't makes sense, was predicted to be eliminated.. He once lost hope, confidence and almost gave up. Yet, a 14-year-old kid who was critized made his debut last November 30, 2020. His fancams now have millions of views. He's loved by many and maybe the most popular now. The fruit of his hardwork. And I'm proud to say that during those times, I was there. Nikitties are there. We aren't his parents, sisters, relatives or even not his friends but whenever we see Ni-ki, proud is not enough. Proud is an understatement.

[@kisundere6782]

@@Im_Tsukiko_Chan12 yes, I should not spread this but lots of viewers hated him for his 'attitude' when in fact he's just being honest and fair enough to vote out his 'friends' because he thought that they need more improvements. He trended lots of times due to evil editing. And I won't be shock if nikrangdan will be so protective of him. He's a precious kid.

[@kisundere6782]

@@Im_Tsukiko_Chan12 that's true. We're really glad that he made it. The anxiety we felt before is too much to handle. Like we can't even sleep early at night to make sure that he's safe. We're always busy with votings, creating accounts, phone numbers, etc. like we get tired but we never gave up. I haven't know much abt Japanese but all I know is that they're kind and brave.

[@taemixtape]

Everybody knows Ni-Ki is extremly incredibly talented in dancing and his dancing skills never were doubted. Many people became his fans because of his amazing dance skills. Most of engenes don't consider Ni-Ki as a vocalist since he's not the best singer in the group, and engenes unofficially gave him a main rapper position. But the funny thing for me is that I noticed Ni-Ki because of his voice. Not rap, but singing voice. When I saw ENHYPEN's performance for the first time, I didn't know who is who and who is the best dancer, who is the main vocal and etc. I knew nothing about them, I haven't watched I-LAND at that time. But Ni-Ki's voice caught my attention and he became my bias immediately. Now I know and love them all, but Ni-Ki's voice is still and forever will be my favourite. I hope to see his growth in the future when people start appreciating him as a vocalist as well.

[@lilnoa]

right, i'm in love with his vocal too😭

[@helmboy1352]

Same here. I became niki biased since first

[@justanotherangelica7714]

I am in awe how Rain’s relationship with ni-ki also evolved he knows how to look for talents in the first ep he was rooting for him, suceeding eps he was pushing but also encouraging him. Also trusted ni-ki to be leader for fhe ground. There were a lot of judgements, misunderstanding and sad moments but now I am so proud of ni-ki, his more mature but also playful. I can be prouder to say that he is our main dancer and an all-rounder maknae. Ps im writing this with eyes full of tears

[@cheyennebrown412]

Thank you Ni-ki fighting 💪 💖

[@okxyemz]

This is the reason I hate Mnet. As a produce x 101 stan, I know how evil their editing is. Just like they did in PDX101, Mnet painted Ni-ki as someone he truly isn't, someone who is selfish and doesn't care about others which is totally not true. This is why I hate Mnet. Ni-ki was only 14 (international age) but Mnet made him get so much hate and almost lose hope completely. People wonder why stans are so protective towards their idols, and this is why. There is so much mistreatment in the kpop industry which makes people seem like completely different people...

[@bangtanxseventendarknight4032]

14 is his real age to bcz he's born 2005 and so am I and taki

[@jasminegrados3700]

Exactly

[@Yoru15127]

I agree, I really hate Mnet! They were the reason X1 disbanded because of Mnet majority vote apparently. How could they get rid of such an amazing group like X1!!!!

[@justanotherangelica7714]

That is true i wondered how his parents felt when they saw how their child was being used in the show and the criticisms all around soc media

[@moarmyengenecarat293]

@@jhaii.k4996 the part where K initiates the conversation saying Heeseung’s moves are amateur and Ni-Ki says he has his own flavor? Or something like that. I never felt like Ni-Ki was talking behind Heeseung’s back. I felt like K was though.

[@letchugoo7991]

If your asking why Mnet evil edited Ni-ki(and some other i-landers), it's because Mnet wanted to raise the tension & add fuel to flames in order for the show to be more popular and gain viewers, however instead the I-landers received backlash and hate especially Ni-ki and K, due to MNET's evil editing

[@alie5153]

So true. They want the show to be like a movie which is look like there's a bad and a good guy tsk. Now i remember the story of Jessica how bad mnet is.

[@aditi370]

Babyyyy I'm so glad this baby debuted OUR PRECIOUS MAIN DANCER MAKNAE LET'S GOOOO NI-KIIII HWAITINGGG❤💛

[@jay-yahhhcornsalad3748]

This is the reason why I only trust Ni-ki and Jay during I-land days😢 they experience the I-land and ground together and lots of elimination yet they were so brave to face it.

[@mi5994]

If he wasn’t going to debut I know for facts that all companies would take him instantly because how good dancer he is for such a young age. BH belift really lucky to have him

[@jhoannamariegalolo6811]

ni-ki as a 14 yr old boy at iland is the strongest maknae for me

[@septemberflower]

Ni-ki was an angel send to ground.... Just imagine how will some grounders survive without his guide. Although he lost his confidence during the show, I am glad he never give up. I still remember how we voted for him in fear of his elimination. But all his struggle paid off and look at him now, the main dancer and dance leader in Enhypen, he is literally shining 😭❤️

[@katkatfernando8479]

niki is the one who suffered a lot inside of i land ...he always in last considering of his talent but he always did his best and being one of th youngest he always teach others when it comes in dancing

[@ananyamaity5566]

This is a survival game, he was just in survival mode. He tried his best, he was not selfish, he was just passionate to achieve success.

[@keyoh1727]

涙なしでは見られなかった。 ニキ！応援してます。💖 ENHYPENでの活躍、期待してるよー‼️

[@irogko]

To be honest, only Ni-ki, Jay and Sunoo caught my attention in the whole ILAND series. Not because of their personalities, but their struggle to become an Idol teaches them a lot of things, and I am happy that they experienced a roller coaster ride considering their age, especially Ni-ki who is the youngest..

[@en-gel_nuna306]

Dang this kid learned and grow a lot throughout the show he's like a strong warrior in a child's body very fragile they didn't treat him as baby back then but a threat. I'm just glad that he successfully debuted as Enhypen member.. we're now seeing the baby side of him that is not struggling or competing to excel and be noticed.

[@ana.ish7]

as someone whose ni-ki’s age, i cannot even imagine myself in his place. in a foreign land, away from my family, so much pressure AND language barriers. like yeah no. props to him. my respect for him has literally sky rocketed. and honestly, i can absolutely understand his mindset on this show, wanting the best for yourself amongst people who aren’t really permanent is not selfish at all in my opinion.

[@ikawidiantari8024]

Honestly, I always cried seeing Ni-KI's struggle from the beginning of I-Land to debuting at ENHYPEN. And really a struggle that is not easy to go through. But now, HE DID IT !!! *NISHIMURA* *RIKI* I WILL ALWAYS SUPPORT YOU NO MATTER WHAT 🥰 -끝- 🐆🍇🤭❤️

[@ilovebluelockkk]

He was just 14 here his mentality is very strong

[@camii5841]

Rewatching this, now I realize how strong Ni-ki was during this show Him being the second youngest out of all the participants with only 14 years old He didnt just achieve his goal of debuting but also helped everyone he could No one treated him like a kid, he was always shown as someone with an amazing talent that people can relay on but wasn't enough to debut and he was harshly criticized for that.

[@lovingseven4272]

Not the scene where K sc0ld ni-ki and how he cried when ta-ki, his bestfriend gets elim******😭

[@lovingseven4272]

@@nylahjay9614 same gurl like he feels that he's the best among all of the participants, he even said that sunoo is not fit for the rank 1 on ep 7. But look at him, he didn't get into final line up and get chosen by the producers😌 he's just lucky that bighit gave him a chance to debut on japan, but his attitude is off to me up until now by looking on their introduction, he doesn't look happy on his group members (ej, nicho, kyungmin, taki)

[@MegaG2005]

They just evil edited the japanese members K really loved niki u can see plenty of their moments plus niki cried the most when K got eliminated.

[@Min-vt1ff]

@@nylahjay9614 hey!! Don't say like that towards k. They've been through the hard time together, it was for the best. Don't judge someone without knowing the entire story. Remember we don't know what is happening off screen. They all the talented af bighit chose them for a reason. As for k he's already going to debut soon. If you don't like them keep your opinion to yourself, stop the hates. Ps I'm stan all the ilanders, I'm not doing that '' favouritism '' thing.

[@Min-vt1ff]

Sorry for the typos, I was in hurry. Take care.

[@nylahjay9614]

@@Min-vt1ff i said how i felt no one knows what went on behind closed doors just like u said so i have every right to state my opinion just as you do

[@android..colorings]

Out of all the members in ENHYPEN, Ni-ki endured the most. He would work so hard to get a spot in i-land, but he would always remain in the ground. It got so bad where he was literally giving up, and that was a point that everyone in the i-land was overlooking. Ni-ki always looked so disappointed whenever he got a low scoring. I was so proud of him when he got 2nd after the third test. The most heartbreaking part of this all is that he wasn't selfish. Plus, all the other members weren't treating him as a 14 year old boy. They saw him as a threat and thus treated him terribly. I was so angry when K kept scolding him. It broke my heart every time. I was very excited and overjoyed when they announced Ni-ki as the 2nd debuted member. I was so proud of him. He worked so hard, in dancing, singing etc. And I'm so proud of his journey and everything he jas accomplished now❤

[@kther1ne]

i think what people forget the most is this is a survival show. the industry is not all sunshine and rainbows. ni-ki is young, at the time in international age he was only 14. he's so young and passionate and he came all the way from japan, leaving behind his friends and family and life as he knows it to pursue his dreams. sure, maybe he bit off a bit more than he could chew at the beginning, but was it necessary to attack him so much and call him selfish? a snake? he's just passionate and he always strives to do better. in ground, he continued to do his very best and push the others to debut as well. his heart is so big, he kept getting low scores and wanted to focus on himself, but he decided to help everyone else out practicing choreography. i'm happy for him now, to see him thriving on stage, but it stings a bit seeing all those heaps of praise, when just months ago people were throwing insults all around his name. please support him unconditionally, it must be so difficult for him.

[@Levine2002]

I almost cried after watching this. Jeez imagine all that stress at such a young age. Let's keep supporting Niki in all possible ways we can

[@sanchaofgo]

It was very emotional but very rewarding at the same time to cheer for NI-KI during the show because he improved and progressed like a miracle.

[@chealsybulanon8058]

He's not selfish. It's just that, he's too young to make good decisions. He really care about other and hate to see dissapointed to his member that's why. I'm so proud you ni-ki you did a great job. I love you.

[@goyaa_7292]

He's too conscious backthen, he's too conscious about everything because he thinks that he can't do better like others butafter he open his mind and heart to what he really love,like and where he's good at he is really improving.AT LAST WE HAVE HIM AT ENHYPEN!👏👏

[@nishimuracee1996]

It's hurt to look back at how Niki suffer to become the Maknae of Enhypen. It's sad to know that people misunderstood and criticized him, he's just a young boy who's desperate to fulfill his dream, and it makes me feel bad to see how others doesn't treat him like a maknae even though he's one.......... But now that he debut I'm so proud of him, he's now one of the best dancer/performer in the k-pop industry

[@mickeymcdonalds6111]

Ni-ki was one of the youngest people on I-land so he got underestimated a lot and often got put in parts that didn't showcase his talent enough to be honest in my opinion he didn't get enough time to shin in i-land but I'm still glad that he got to debut and I'm still glad that he has the chance now to show is capability and was and is still my bias!

[@MissStrawberry5]

Ni-ki is wonderful. Many people say that Ni-ki does overaction and is a disgrace to Enhypen but all of that is not true. Ni-ki is very precious in fact he is the most amazing dancer at a small age. I dont know how Ni-ki was able to overcome all of this pressure at my age which of course i cant. Now I am very happy to see Ni-ki in Enhypen. Ni-ki is playful, cheerful, happy, and hard working including the other members. So everyone stan enhypen.

[@severusalbus9644]

you'll know how Ni-ki struggled so bad, just look his first arrival in i-land and the second day he was there, he got so thin.

[@mariahd5.46]

He was 14. People treated him like he was 20. Could bare the pain of being scold. He was a foreigner. He didn't know Korean that well. He has a childhood to live, he gave up his dreams and became a idol at the age of 16. He really made his way. K was a bit harsh on ni-ki when he scolded him, as Niki kept being scolded by his hyungs as if he was 20, a matured man. Ni-ki suffered he thought that he was making wrong decisions. And his teammates kept bringing him down but that didn't stop him AND HE DEBUTED! 🎉😢❤

[@misspriss2482]

Unfortunately, that's some people's idea of tough love. And let's be honest: the kpop industry in general is like this. If Ni-ki could survive this, he was strong enough to succeed and thrive. He debuted and is one of the best dancers of 4th gen. Still, my heart broke for him here. It's hard to watch. 😭😭

[@solitelly]

It's so sad how Ni-Ki was slowly losing confidence in debuting. On the 1st part when he said people don't really look at your skills and when he and Jake were talking and the way he said he gave up because he knew Taki was more popular than him. I really cried. To think that he had to go through this at such a young age. But all is well now. He debuted and is receiving lots of love and attention. I may have not followed iLand (I would've probably been more devastated for him if I did) and it's around 2 years late but I'm happy that he debuted and can't be thankful enough for people who really put him as an Enhypen member. Ni-Ki is one of my favorite dancers in kpop of all time.

[@huiwen4149]

Niki really deserved that position in Enhypen. His journey is the most heartbreaking journey out of all the others and he deserved it. I really thank the fans who voted for him.

[@a_____pple03]

グランドではニキ辛いことばっかだったからほんとに笑顔でデビューしてくれてほんとにほんとに嬉しい

[@انادازايانتحارمزدوج]

The most person I cried for 😭😭 he was working so hard but no one did noticed him. I'm a Stan for niki 🥺💔

[@euphoria2243]

Honestly i can't imagine enhypen without Ni-ki..

[@vsandhya]

Me too 😔

[@itsokay278]

Riki is such a strong boy! He leave his home at such a young age and work hard to reach his dream. But of course, every journey have the dark time that people should go through. A lot of people critics him and say that he is selfish. I understand, this is survival show, everyone want to debute. The most heart breaking thing is that everyone forget he is still young and have no one to open up... They keep putting pressure on him. Well, everyone in this show have been put to a lot of pressure, so im not surprise if they keep scolding the member or say something that quite harsh to them. But Riki, he is such a brave person. I'm happy he is in ENHYPEN. Despite all the critism, he still fight through it, and proof that he deserve to debute. Nishimura Riki, Fighting!

[@pumaaniki]

The part when, I think K said: “We can’t understand you, when you don’t speak.” And Ni-ki was just looking down, was so heartbreaking. It’s so sad when you want to express your feelings freely, but you can’t because of language barrier. It brings back memories.. 😢😢😢 PS: I cried on that scene lol

[@Marv1383]

But Ni-Ki and K are japanese, I don't understand what happened there (sorry for my English)

[@taemixtape]

​@@Marv1383 sorry for my late reply, but I just wanna make it clear. What K said was not about the language barrier but about Ni-Ki not expressing his feelings. Every time K started scolding him, Ni-Ki mostly didn't say anything back or walked away. K wanted Ni-Ki to speak up and explain what's on his mind and why he did what he did - changing the choreo, not listening to the leader. Ni-Ki was desperate, K thought he's just selfish and yes, K couldn't understand him since K never was in danger of elimination. Ni-Ki should just open up and talk about that but he couldn't. He was only 14 after all, second maknae after Daniel, though many i-landers/grounders treated him like he's older and doesn't need any emotional support (nonsense). Plus, not only Ni-Ki but everybody in K's team had problems with openly sharing their opinions with K because he was tough as a leader.

[@lhynl2111]

I can still remember how many times I shed tears for Ni-ki..I really felt his pain and the pressure he gone through in I Land ,, for 14years old boy I can't imagine how he managed to get through it.. From the first day up to finals Im always rooting and voted him.. I'm so proud of what he achieved now.. I'll continue being his fan..he deserves everything he have up to this time.. Continue to shine Ni-ki!!! Fighting,!! Saranghae❤️❤️❤️

[@TrendLover2432]

I’m happy you made it Riki. We are proud of you and I’m glad to see you enjoying (I hope you are) being part of Enhypen. You are now a real maknae and you are showing your real self with no too much pressure. Rooting for you always.

[@Aiko-ik5tg]

it’s so sad to see all what he has been through to this point, he had rough paths like not being able to communicate well, other members scolding him, him not being able to perform well enough and bringing himself down. i just love him so much and he was so young for it:(

[@ohle6021]

i was sobbing so damn hard. I have always been rooting for Ni-ki since I-land. I'm so glad that he is happy and is loved by Enhypen and Engene.

[@missing_jk]

Me already a Ni-ki biased in Enhypen and crying so hard while watching this 😭🥺 My boy had work so hard for this. As always hwaiting Ni-ki san🧡

[@bubblyjin8018]

To me I feel that jay Niki and sunoo had the hardest time in iland their path to debut is filled with thorns but they don't give up, they bounce back up.

[@enyahoo3506]

My biggest flex is that I have stanned him since his first apperance in I-land.

[@dinarabakhytzhan5828]

I always wondered how can someone be so mature and wise at such a young age.Ni-ki went through so much things...( Our all-rounder maknae,best maknae💕

[@ni-kichick]

Ni-ki got so much hate and backlash. It was so hard as a Ni-ki stan from i-land time. Even though I voted for him, I was so scared and thought he might not make it. Because he always got low ranking even though he is so talented. I'm so happy now that he is doing so well in Enhypen .

[@heretosayhi1073]

I know it has been a year already but everytime I see clips like this of Ni-ki having a hard time during iland days, in which he received a lot of hate, it really breaks my heart all over again. They treated him as a threat but they also forgot he was just one of the maknaes on iland🥺 I'm beyond cloud9 that he has overcome every single hardships that came to him.

[@jimkyfication]

I'm not sure why people don't realize how damaging it can be to hate on a 14 y.o. (or honestly at any age) I can tell most of the viewers of i-land are definitely young, and I mean like under 18, so it may be difficult to watch the show without being affected by Mnet's editing. Still, it is extremely unfair to use one scene to rationalize the continuing hate for Ni-Ki throughout the show. As viewers, we're no trainees, we never trained like them, never experienced the desperation of wanting to debut. Rather than using the term "selfish," why couldn't Ni-Ki be described as ambitious, earnest, or determined? Someone made a good point of how Ni-Ki was never really "babied" by other contestants, and I feel that it has a lot to do with the vibe Ni-Ki gives off - independent. Boy is skilled and I'm sure people know that he has a lot of potential. However, just because he seems like a strong-willed boy, doesn't mean it makes it more justified to hate on him. I'm glad Ni-Ki is getting the recognition he deserves in Enhypen and his growing affection for his members. What triggers me still is how many people still watches clips of I-land on YT and proceeds to say things like "wow Ni-Ki was so selfish, hope he grows out of the arrogance in Enhypen." Like....???? WHAT bye. I will agree, however, that there is still room for growth. Okay, done venting 🤣 great video by the way!! really carries out the fury in me HAHAHHAA. I'm officially over this, only good feelings of I-land and Enhypen now~

[@mayas87]

I feel so bad for Niki. I didn't eat iland when it was airing, but seeing this made me realize how hard it must've been for Niki to debut. He was so young then, and was great at dancing but didn't know much more. They were too harsh on him. Especially at such a young age, he was away from his family. Im glad he got to debut.

[@aikazhusupov]

I remember reading so many hate comments towards Ni-Ki. People forgot that he was still a child and his actions could be immature due to age. Still he showed great improvement in his character, learnt quickly, endured a lot. It was sad seeing him lose his confidence. Glad that we kept voting and his talent got recognised 😌 now he’s returning to his real self in Enhypen

[@asteroidziepark5535]

he deserves what is good now that he is doing with ENHYPEN , he worked hard at I-LAND, received a lot of criticism and he got scolded a lot, I'm proud of him! I'm sure he will get better every year ENHYPEN FIGHTING!!!

[@kpopstanunnie]

Jay always love Niki.. Jay cries when Niki didn't return to i land and he is so happy when he got back

[@jhenghadjilaini2341]

This is making me cry! And the thought that this boy is successful now, I am beyond proud of him! 😭💓