Forbes Asia released their "100 Digital Stars" list. See which K-pop groups and artists made it to the list!
Sunmi posted a dejected message to fans on an Instagram story after appearing on JTBC's "Sing Again" as a judge.
Former Wonder Girls member Hyerim revealed that she was insecure about the other trainee days back then, including TWICE's Jihyo.
From NCT Shotaro to Girl's Day Yura and more, these K-pop idols debuted in their respective groups in only three months or less of training!#NCTShotaro #Shotaro #NCT #NCTChenle #Chenle #GirlsDay #GirlsDayYura #Loona #LoonaYves #Yves #KARAJiyoung #KARA #WonderGirls #Yeeun #LoonaOliviaHye #OliviaHye
Here are seven idols who successfully done both and have earned fame as a soloist and as an idol group member.
You surely heard of the “Generation of K-pop” that includes the first, second, and third-gen groups. However, are you aware that we are currently in the fourth-gen K-pop?In this sense, IDOLOGY, one of the longest-running critic website-magazines in Korea, had a full analysis of the genealogical theory of the K-pop’s four generations based on the paradigm shifts overseas of these K-pop groups, trends, and many more.
On the recent poll from Naver that circulated on various social media platforms, Korean netizens chose the K-pop female groups of all time, which debuted from 2007 up to 2020. There are 29 female idol groups who were selected and they were ranked through six levels.
There is no doubt about the fact that K-Pop idols are extremely hard working in the field they are in. However, that has not stopped them from cultivating other talents as well. Some idols are academic geniuses, while others are super athletes. Among this list are idols that have learned and mastered languages.
Whenever a group has a comeback, it is a goal to snag a music show win, as it shows the song was a success domestically. Here are the 10 girl groups with the most music show wins in South Korean history.
In South Korea, the feminism movement is gaining more traction day by day. In a male-dominated society, women are standing up for themselves against the idea that women are less than men. Now, even the South Korean government aims to ensure gender equality in society by securing equal rights for both men and women and offering both genders the same opportunities. However, many old-fashion people still consider feminism as something negative. Nevertheless, there are numerous idols who proudly show off their feminist beliefs. Here are six female idols who are proud feminists.
Parenthood is no joke and comes with a mountain of responsibilities. However, these idols took that challenge head on!
Korean netizens on an online community forum selected which girl group released in the second generation are their favorites.
Numerous South Korean media outlets have reported on the "dilemma" K-Pop is facing right now. Many believe that the genre is losing its original charm and characteristics. This issue arises following the rise of English songs being made in the industry. While some netizens agree to this sentiment, many have defended the use of English in K-pop.
Korean netizens have compiled photos of idols who look just like their parents. Do you think they look alike?
These following second-generation K-pop groups didn’t only continue the legacy of the first-gen idols including S.E.S, Fin. K.L and Baby V.O.X, but they also paved the way for third-gen idols with their impact, power, and influence rooted in their skills and talents!
Disbanded K-pop groups will never ever be forgotten. Fans invested their time and affection to them before the team met its end. And even now that the members have moved on their separate ways, these dissolved groups' supporters still miss and reminisce the good ol' times.
Despite controversies and backlash that K-pop idols encounter once announced their relationship in public, these idols still took the risk to find romance with fellow stars. Some of these former couples were exposed by the media, while some courageously admitted to the public their relationship status.
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.
When K-pop celebrities go through big changes in their lives or come across a scandal, the common route of action is to retire from the industry and reflect on what has happened. But when these idols had tried to make a comeback, they were met with criticism and hate from Korean citizens.
A Korean journalist evaluated K-pop groups throughout the years and deemed these artists to be the top groups during their eras. Find out who they are!