K-pop heartthrob Jackson Wang set the record straight about his love life. In a candid chat with Rhea Chakraborty on her podcast ‘Chapter Two’, the singing sensation confessed he was not in the mood for love right now. Rhea asked Jackson about his love life, to which the ‘Magic Man’ hitmaker primly replied he was very much single and not looking to date. He confessed that he had been single for more than two years.
Although he maintained that he would not shirk if he somehow found a special someone, love is not his priority right now. However, he added that he would be “aggressively” pursuing love once he turns 35.
Jackson admitted that he is not in the mental space to give the responsibility and dedication a committed relationship demands currently. “Relationships cannot be sustained if they are one-sided. I don’t have the time, since I am always travelling for work,” he told Chakraborty.
When quizzed if he is lonely, Jackson said that loneliness is not inevitable for anyone who’s single. “You can be lonely even if you have a significant other,” he explained.
On Situationships
When asked if he was familiar with the hookup scene and situationship culture that was becoming prevalent with Gen Z, the GOT7 member explained he was not cognizant of these concepts. “Let me go back home and explain that to my parents!” he said jokingly. He said, “There’s no such thing in China.”
On a more serious note, the ‘Papillon’ hitmaker hinted that he had tried his hand at casual dating, but it hadn’t worked out. He had met a lot of new people and made friends, but it never progressed.
Rhea looked bemused and sympathetic and joked, “I feel sorry for you, Jackson!”
On Inter-Cultural Dating
Rhea mentioned his fan following in India and asked him if he would date any Indian women, to which the singer responded, “I am open to any Indian ‘ship’!”
Wang recently appeared in an episode of The Great Indian Kapil Show, where he was asked about his camaraderie with Bollywood actress Disha Patani. The singer clarified that they were just friends. Rumours about a possible romance spread like wildfire in 2023, when a video of the ‘Ek Villain 2’ star taking Jackson out on a joyride on the streets of Mumbai went viral. Wang had visited India to perform at the Lollapalooza.
Who Is Jackson Wang?
Jackson Wang, originally from Hong Kong, has made a name for himself as a dynamic artist, known for his skills as a rapper, singer, and songwriter. Before stepping into the limelight of the music industry, he was deeply involved in the world of sports, excelling as a professional fencer. His athletic background eventually gave way to a musical career when he became part of the South Korean K-pop group Got7, which debuted in 2014 under the banner of JYP Entertainment.
In 2017, Wang took a major leap forward by establishing his own record label in China, Team Wang. Beyond music production, he also took on the responsibilities of artistic head and chief designer for the label’s fashion wing, Team Wang Design, demonstrating his passion for creative innovation and style.
Wang launched his solo music career with the release of his debut album, Mirrors, in 2019. The album garnered significant attention, climbing to the 32nd spot on the US Billboard 200 chart. Building on this success, he followed up with his second studio album, Magic Man, in 2022, which achieved even greater acclaim by reaching number 15 on the same chart.
The year 2021 marked another turning point in Wang’s professional path as he parted ways with JYP Entertainment. Soon after, he formed a new Chinese hip-hop collective known as Panthepack, which operates under the umbrella of Team Wang, reflecting his ongoing commitment to both music and cultural expression.
Wang's rising influence in the entertainment world has not gone unnoticed. In 2020, he earned the 41st position on Forbes China Celebrity 100, and by the next year, he had surged to the 10th spot. His online popularity also speaks volumes—by September 2024, he had amassed over 32.8 million followers on Instagram, making him the most-followed Chinese celebrity on the platform. His reach extends across various digital landscapes, with substantial audiences on platforms like YouTube and Spotify, further reinforcing his global presence and appeal.
Through his multifaceted talent and strategic ventures, Jackson Wang continues to build a legacy that spans continents, industries, and cultures.
Although he maintained that he would not shirk if he somehow found a special someone, love is not his priority right now. However, he added that he would be “aggressively” pursuing love once he turns 35.
Jackson admitted that he is not in the mental space to give the responsibility and dedication a committed relationship demands currently. “Relationships cannot be sustained if they are one-sided. I don’t have the time, since I am always travelling for work,” he told Chakraborty.
When quizzed if he is lonely, Jackson said that loneliness is not inevitable for anyone who’s single. “You can be lonely even if you have a significant other,” he explained.
On Situationships
When asked if he was familiar with the hookup scene and situationship culture that was becoming prevalent with Gen Z, the GOT7 member explained he was not cognizant of these concepts. “Let me go back home and explain that to my parents!” he said jokingly. He said, “There’s no such thing in China.”
On a more serious note, the ‘Papillon’ hitmaker hinted that he had tried his hand at casual dating, but it hadn’t worked out. He had met a lot of new people and made friends, but it never progressed.
Rhea looked bemused and sympathetic and joked, “I feel sorry for you, Jackson!”
On Inter-Cultural Dating
Rhea mentioned his fan following in India and asked him if he would date any Indian women, to which the singer responded, “I am open to any Indian ‘ship’!”
Wang recently appeared in an episode of The Great Indian Kapil Show, where he was asked about his camaraderie with Bollywood actress Disha Patani. The singer clarified that they were just friends. Rumours about a possible romance spread like wildfire in 2023, when a video of the ‘Ek Villain 2’ star taking Jackson out on a joyride on the streets of Mumbai went viral. Wang had visited India to perform at the Lollapalooza.
Who Is Jackson Wang?
Jackson Wang, originally from Hong Kong, has made a name for himself as a dynamic artist, known for his skills as a rapper, singer, and songwriter. Before stepping into the limelight of the music industry, he was deeply involved in the world of sports, excelling as a professional fencer. His athletic background eventually gave way to a musical career when he became part of the South Korean K-pop group Got7, which debuted in 2014 under the banner of JYP Entertainment.
In 2017, Wang took a major leap forward by establishing his own record label in China, Team Wang. Beyond music production, he also took on the responsibilities of artistic head and chief designer for the label’s fashion wing, Team Wang Design, demonstrating his passion for creative innovation and style.
Wang launched his solo music career with the release of his debut album, Mirrors, in 2019. The album garnered significant attention, climbing to the 32nd spot on the US Billboard 200 chart. Building on this success, he followed up with his second studio album, Magic Man, in 2022, which achieved even greater acclaim by reaching number 15 on the same chart.
The year 2021 marked another turning point in Wang’s professional path as he parted ways with JYP Entertainment. Soon after, he formed a new Chinese hip-hop collective known as Panthepack, which operates under the umbrella of Team Wang, reflecting his ongoing commitment to both music and cultural expression.
Wang's rising influence in the entertainment world has not gone unnoticed. In 2020, he earned the 41st position on Forbes China Celebrity 100, and by the next year, he had surged to the 10th spot. His online popularity also speaks volumes—by September 2024, he had amassed over 32.8 million followers on Instagram, making him the most-followed Chinese celebrity on the platform. His reach extends across various digital landscapes, with substantial audiences on platforms like YouTube and Spotify, further reinforcing his global presence and appeal.
Through his multifaceted talent and strategic ventures, Jackson Wang continues to build a legacy that spans continents, industries, and cultures.
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