Despite the pandemic that hit South Korea, K-pop has massively produced some of the greatest hits that claimed popularity worldwode. While YouTube bases a content's popularity through likes and views, Gaon measurs and ranks 10 of the most popular K-pop songs through digital streams.
The girls of TWICE have shared what their ideal type of partner is, describing what kind of person they'd want to date. Want to see if you have the characteristics of their dream significant other? Check it out here!
With K-pop becoming more global, it is no surprise that idols from varying backgrounds end up making their debuts as idols. These K-Pop idols are lucky to have experienced two (or more!) cultures, as they are citizens of more than one country!
Whether it's because of fan signs or because it is their birthday, idols have received numerous gifts from their fans. While most people give idols modest gifts, like plushies or headbands, these idols went the extra mile and splurged a bunch of cash to give something to their favorite idols.
Have you ever wondered where your favorite K-Pop song came from? Most are produced by either in-house producers or are bought from producers outside of the label. Some of the demos of hit songs have been released, and they are all surprisingly just as good as the official released version!
It's important to remember that idols are humans with feelings. Though they do their best to entertain their fans, they too get hurt by mean and unnecessary comments made about them or towards them. Here are some times "fans" crossed the line and ended up hurting idols' feelings.
Netizens took a look back to their favorite K-Pop debuts and selected their favorite debut tracks. Did your favorite make it to the list?
In the poll organized by King Choice, a Korean survey and ranking platform, netizens selected the K-pop leaders who they think are the best "pillars" of their teams. The poll gathered more than 29 million votes, which ended on August 15.
When you live and work with someone for the majority of your career, fights are likely to ensue once in awhile. Most idols tend to keep it under wraps, but these fights within members are well-known amongst fans.
K-pop make-up artists have the opportunity to beautify and enhance TWICE and BLACKPINK's already beautiful faces. With this, they generously revealed the brands that they used for the girls which the K-pop idols' loved.
[Trigger Warning/Content Warning: Death, Violence] On August 12, ONCEs, the fandom of TWICE, expressed their concern to member Sana after fans found a death threat directed to the idol on V Live.
JYP Entertainment released a statement to TWICE's official fan cafe announcing that member Jeongyeon will not be joining the group for the "2020 SORIBADA Best K-Music Awards" to focus on her health.
The Korean wave is continuously skyrocketing not only in Asia but as well as in the Western market, thanks to these K-pop songs that created huge impact and influence through their iconic songs and music. On Mnet's "TMI News," the hosts unveiled the Top 10 Most Iconic K-Songs that became massive hits this 21st Century.
Through a V Live broadcast, the female idol shared why the K-pop idol members, including her, TWICE Mina and Jihyo, Gugudan Seojeong, BESTie Uji, EXID's Jeong Hwa, and actress Kim Sae Ron decided to withdraw from the soccer team, "FC Rumor."
2016-2018 was a great year for K-Pop aficionados, as it marked the rise of some popular K-Pop groups now. As Korean netizens looked back at that year of music, people chose which hit song they loved the most. Did your favorite make the list?
Just like male groups, youngest members in girl groups are often treated like a baby, wherein older members love and take care of them just like mothers or older sisters. But behind how pure and innocent these “babies” are, they hide their inner “evil youngest member."
In K-Pop, one of an idols' responsibilities is to manage their image, which is why dieting is such a big part of the job. Idols must practice discipline and dedication to pull off a successful diet and surprise their fans with their upgraded visuals.
Despite being recognized for their skills and visuals, K-pop idols are human too. That’s why it is not impossible for them to have insecurities about their face and body parts, as well as their unique qualities.
Don't miss out, ONCE! TWICE will be holding their first-ever online concert, "Beyond LIVE - TWICE: World in a Day," on August 9, 3:00 p.m. KST!
These K-pop groups are the kings and queens of album sales! In April 2018, South Korean albums surpassing 250,000 sales were being certified in accordance with Korea Music Content Association certification levels.