Previously, TC Candler and the Independent Critics' "100 Most Beautiful and Handsome Faces" were dominated by American, British, and Australian luminaries. But as years go by, tons of Korean celebrities have penetrated the ranking, thanks to the omnipresence of K-pop, K-dramas, and K-movies.
The K-pop market has grown immensely over the years and the popularity of the genre has expanded to more than just Korea. With that comes many changes, but there is one thing that remains the same - each member of a K-pop group has a position. And one of the most popular positions is the visual or the member who suits the Korean beauty standard the most.
Male idols and female idols' interactions are not common. However, that doesn't mean they don't have love and admiration for one another. Here's a list of some male idols that have fanboyed over female idols!#BTOB #BTOBEunkwang #RedVelvet #RedVelvetSeulgi #Seulgi #SuperJunior #SuperJuniorHeechul #Heechul #TWICE #TWICEMomo #RedVelvetIrene #Irene #BTSJungkook #IU #SF9Rowoon #Rowoon #SF9
During various variety programs, award shows, and music programs, there are countless of cameras and camera techniques used to capture an idol's face. With that, every single feature of an idol is emphasized. Though this can be pressuring and maybe even humiliating for the average person, it's not that way for these idols. These idols boast such outstanding visuals that they don't feel any fear when in front of the camera. Here are K-pop's top five face geniuses who don't know how to look bad in front of the camera.
Pets can always be some of the best companions, especially when you're living away from family. Here are some of the most famous idol pets.
Korean netizens have compiled photos of idols who look just like their parents. Do you think they look alike?
K-pop idols who are fully vegan or don't eat any kind of meat are rare, for Korea is known for its tasty meat barbecue and plates of seafood. Some of their famous food that even international fans fell in love with are Samgyupsal, Bulgogi, and many more-and who wouldn't want to eat meat, right?
Curious to know how some of your favorite JYP Entertainment idols were cast into the company? Check it out below!
WIth how big K-pop is in Japan, it's no surprise some idols have achieved major success in the country. According to the Japanese public, these are the most famous K-pop idols in the country.
Though K-pop idols usually do everything they can to make their fans happy and cheerful, it isn't always sunshine and rainbows. Here are eight instances where things idols have said caused fans to burst in tears.
Fans have selected their favorite female K-pop idols that give off princess vibes - meaning they have an innocent, sweet aura but are still able to be fierce when needed. Did your favorite idol make the list?
It is not uncommon for idols to sell merch items. However, there are times people think out of the box and sell some weird and unheard of K-pop merchandise.
People tend to find fault at idols by calling them talentless. However, this couldn't be further from the truth, because the idols they picked on are in fact extremely talented!#RedVelvet #RedVelvetYeri #GIDLE #GIDLEShuhua #Shuhua #BTS #BTSJin
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!
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."
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.
Every year, Korean media and journalists go around for a survey, with more than 100 male and female idols voting for who the most beautiful and the most handsome idols are, also voted by their fellow K-stars. These are the K-pop idols with best visuals, selected by other idols.
Foreigners in K-Pop are getting more and more common nowadays, with talents from all around the world travelling to South Korea to achieve their dreams of being an idol. These seven idols came all the way from Taiwan and are now killing the game!
While most idols are unable to bounce back from scandals and even end up leaving their groups and the entertainment industry, these idols were able to rise above it and continue their successful careers.
Despite what you see from these idols on-stage, fans (and sometimes even their own members) have revealed that they are totally different off-stage!