Due to the huge influence of Hallyu all over the world, the demand for K-pop idols domestically and internationally was also massive, and idols can't even have enough time to take care of themselves due to their hectic schedules for concerts, music shows, photoshoots, variety shows, and comebacks.
However, good thing leaders are a thing, and they are responsible for being the pillar of the group, taking care, and attending to their group members' needs and wants. Though it was said to be a huge responsibility that cannot be given to just anyone, here are the lists of the top 15 best male idols of K-pop who were doing more than their best as the leaders of their respective group.
[Disclaimer: List was based from Ranker.com which has 17.8k votes currently]
15. Kang Seung Yoon (WINNER)
Known for being brave [especially during ghost prank!], Kang Seungyoon is a charismatic leader of the boyband WINNER. Yoon, according to Song Min Ho, is a "leader of freedom."
14. JR (NU'EST)
Born with exceptional leadership, Kim Jong Hyun is also hardworking since MNET's "Produce 101," where he also shows a great personality. He is a "Proud Father" of NU'EST, and he's always open when encouraging his members.
13. JinJin (ASTRO)
JinJin is the mirror of perseverance. Despite the threat of disbanding, he did his best to lead the group until they gained the success they are enjoying right now.
12. Onew (SHINee)
Lee Jinki once won the award for "Best Leader" last SBS Gayo 2015, and it was proven after being the strength of the remaining three members (though SHINee is always FIVE!), as well as raising Lee Taemin since he was 14.
11. Shownu (MONSTA X)
Shownu has been the father figure and role model of the group since debut. He even gave some of her lines to other members as well as shared his personal earnings to his members.
10. S. Coups (SEVENTEEN)
The type of leader who is selfless, S.Coups, is willing to give his personal wants just for his members. He might be a 'spoiler' leader, but he is also strict when needed.
9.Leeteuk (SUPER JUNIOR)
Being a leader of a formerly 13-member group downsized to 10, it was never easy, especially being with "crazy" members as labeled by netizens. However, Leeteuk has been able to get through as a 'mom' of Super Junior for 16 years.
8. G-Dragon (Big Bang)
One of the most significant contributors to K-pop, GD, lead his members to become one of the best Korean boybands in the globe.
7. B.I (iKON)
Hanbin is no longer a member of iKON, but he will always be the best for iKONICS due to the dedication and passion he gave for the group and his members.
6.Hong Joong (ATEEZ)
His sacrifices for their group are no joke-from taking care of the members, creating and writing their song, they were able to rise with their popularity in the US and Europe.
5.Bang Chan (StrayKids)
Bang Chan truly cares for his members, and also dedicate his life for music together with his members, a reorganized eight-member group after Woojin's departure [Nine or none is still living!], will continue to carve their success.
4. Suho (EXO)
Lee Junmyeon might be an "ice king," but he always has a warm and loving hearts for his members, who is also teaching them to remain on the ground amidst living as worldwide superstars.
3. JB (Got7)
JB is always open 24/7 towards his members when they got too stressed or problematic, and is always ready to give them encouraging words. He is not just always leading, but he knows exactly as well when to step back and give the limelight to his members.
2. RM (BTS)
A good big brother, RM, is an excellent example to his members to being always respectful and humble. RM does not only have a high IQ, but he also has a high EQ, making him very sensitive to his surroundings, as well as having the awareness when it comes to his members.
1. Taeyong (NCT)
There are no words to describe why Taeyong deserves this spot. Having the full responsibility of four subunits with a total of 21 members is indescribable, not to mention that the members will continue to expand, now that the majority of NCT dream members are about to graduate, and other rookies will going to enter again.
