How Much Do K-pop Idols Earn From Appearing on Music Shows? Former Reporter Reveals Shocking Amount

One of the common questions fans ask is that if K-pop idols get paid for appearing on music shows and how much they earn from it. Recently, a former entertainment reporter revealed the shocking amount artists spend and receive for performing on music shows.

How Much Do K-pop Idols Earn From Appearing on Music Shows? Former Reporter Reveals Shocking Amount

Every time a K-pop artist releases a new song or album, they appear on Korean music shows, such as "M Countdown," "Music Bank," "Inkigayo," "Show! Music Core," "Show Champion," and "The Show, to promote their new project.

Lee Jin Ho also touched on how long it takes for K-pop idols to prepare for their appearance on Korean music shows. He said, "It usually takes 16 hours to get up at dawn, get hair and makeup done, rehearse in the morning, and do a live broadcast until the evening."

He then pointed out that even though it costs a hefty amount of money, there are still several artists who want to perform on music shows. This is because once an idol appears on a broadcast, the money their agency invested in the past will be recovered.

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Written by Maria Scott

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