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The History of K-Pop – How it Became a Global Phenomenon

For those that have been living under a rock, K-pop stands for Korean pop. K-pop has captured a legion of fans from not just South Korea but all around the world. Kpop has become more than just music, Kpop also represents fashion, beauty, and lifestyle. This is because it is being driven by its beautiful stars and their passionate fans. So how did K-pop get to this point? What is the history of K-pop? We at SEOULSPACE will deep dive into how K-pop became a global phenomenon and what the future holds of this industry.

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The Biggest Scandals in Kpop over the Last Decade

Thanks to the global success of BTS and BLACKPINK, Kpop is better than ever before. It is now a $5 billion industry with over 100 million fans around the world. Now Kpop stars are under the spotlight more than ever. Therefore, many Kpop entertainment companies spend millions of dollars a year making sure their artists have the right public image. The Kpop industry has a controversial history with many artists having complained about being under "slave contracts" and some even having committed suicide. Scandals in Kpop are controlled very well by Kpop Entertainment companies, however, some scandals are just too big to bury. Below is a list of the biggest scandals in Kpop History. Some involve corruption, drug use, bullying, or sexual violence.

Have you noticed how Kpop stars and Kdrama stars have a particular look? This is because most female/male celebrities in Korea follow Korean beauty standards. It is considered one of the most strict beauty standards in the world. Many Koreans spend a lot of money on K-Beauty products, dieting, and even plastic surgery to get that ideal look. One of the main reasons why K-beauty products have been so successful over the last decade is that they are all focused on achieving the strict standards for Korean beauty. The K-Beauty industry is estimated to be worth over $15 billion which is three times bigger than the entire Kpop industry. This is because the demand to achieve that "Korean True Beauty" established by mainstream media continues to rise. K-pop Entertainment companies continue to look for talent that meets Korean Beauty Standards and Korean dramas continue to hire actresses that fit this mold and it does not look like it will change moving forward.

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The Ultimate Guide on Gifts for BTS fans for 2021

The BTS fandom “ARMY” has been growing in size and fame throughout their idols’ rise to stardom. Whenever BTS is mentioned in the media, the ARMYs will be mentioned just with the same relevance. This comes to no surprise since the BTS members have their hard work and their loyal fans to thank for their ultimate success. After gaining massive international popularity the numbers of ARMYs around the world have just grown more and more after every BTS comeback. Chances are you know or are a BTS fan yourself. Then you might be wondering “What should I buy for a BTS fan as a gift?”. Here is a guide that will help you find the ultimate gifts for BTS fans.

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How Much Money Do Kpop Idols Make? A Five Billion Dollar Industry

The Kop industry is a massive $5 Billion dollar industry. However, where does all that money go? How much money do Kpop Idols make from their music? How much goes to the K-pop Entertainment companies and how much goes to each member? Many decide to audition for Kpop Entertainment companies in hopes of signing a contract. Most think that will become rich and famous when in reality a vast majority of Kpop artists get trapped into an unfavorable record deal. This article will do a deep dive into the sometimes shady world of the Kpop industry to see why some of your favorite Kpop artists are not making the money they deserve. We will see how money actually flows throughout a typical Kpop label. So how much money do Kpop Idols make? You might be surprised.

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How to be a Kpop Star – Top 10 Best Tips for Kpop Auditions

With the rise of K-pop globally, more and more people are looking for tips on how to be a Kpop star. Korean entertainment companies do a great job of recruiting all around the world to find the next top talent. However, due to COVID-19, many are holding their auditions online. Many of these auditions are open to all nationalities as K-pop entertainment companies know it is smart to have at least one member in the group be a non-Korean which will help them expand into that particular market.

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The Ultimate (G)I-DLE Quiz – (G)I-DLE Trivia for Super Fans

Are you a true fan of K-pop Girl Group (G)I-DLE? This is the ultimate (G)I-DLE Quiz that no one has been able to get a perfect 20 score without cheating. There is a combination of easy, medium, hard, and just plain impossible questions to separate the real Fans from the fakes. However, even true (G)I-DLE fans will have a hard time getting 18/20. This quiz tests your true overall knowledge of the group. Therefore, this is (G)I-DLE trivia for SUPER FANS so don't take this exam unless you know pretty much all there is to know about the group's history.

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Who is the Richest Member of Girls Generation (SNSD)?

Girls Generation (SNSD) is one of the most popular K-pop girls groups of all time. Most have gone to have successful careers with solo singing careers, acting, modeling, and more. However, which member has been the most successful? Which member has generated the most income to date? Basically, who is the richest member of Girls Generation? In order to find out the best estimation for their net worth, we have to go on what kind of investments they have made, what work they have done, and how strong their social media game is. All have worked with both Korean and global brands and multiple brands have approached them for being ambassadors. So who is the richest member of Girls Generation?