The Korean Business Research Institute has announced this month’s brand reputation rankings for idol groups. The rankings were compiled through the analysis of consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community awareness indexes of 100 idol groups, using big data collected between November 23 and December 24. BTS continued to hold the top spot in the rankings with a total… Continue reading December Idol Group Brand Reputation Rankings Revealed
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13 Unforgettable Style Moments From Fashion King G-Dragon
“Don’t be afraid. There’s no right answer in fashion.” This is what G-Dragon, a.k.a. Kwon Jiyoung, simply said when he was asked about his rebellious trendsetting style. Over the years, he has become a huge figure in K-pop as a composer, leader of BIGBANG, and style icon — and he remains unbeatable. It’s no wonder why… Continue reading 13 Unforgettable Style Moments From Fashion King G-Dragon
December Boy Group Member Brand Reputation Rankings Revealed
The Korean Business Research Institute has released brand reputation rankings for individual boy group members for the month of December! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, communication, and community awareness indexes of 598 boy group members, using big data collected from November 19 to December 20. BTS’s Jimin ranked… Continue reading December Boy Group Member Brand Reputation Rankings Revealed
Instagram Reveals Korea’s Most-Followed Accounts And Hashtags Of 2019
Instagram has revealed data on South Korea’s 2019 trends! On December 16, Instagram announced the “2019 South Korea Trends” data in their Year in Review, which analyzed Korean Instagram users’ hashtags and accounts. The key trends this year focused around “relatability” and “sensitivity.” This year in the K-pop category, the hashtags Korean Instagram users followed the… Continue reading Instagram Reveals Korea’s Most-Followed Accounts And Hashtags Of 2019
BIGBANG’s G-Dragon Shows Off Beard + Mustache In New Photos
BIGBANG’s G-Dragon showed off his facial hair in some newly posted selfies! On December 13, G-Dragon took to Instagram to share an update with his fans. The singer posted photos of his customized Nike collaboration sneakers, a bottle of wine, and the logo of his fashion brand PEACEMINUSONE—but it was his two selfies that drew… Continue reading BIGBANG’s G-Dragon Shows Off Beard + Mustache In New Photos
December Boy Group Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for male idol groups! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community indexes of various boy groups, using big data collected from November 12 to December 13. BTS topped the list for the 19th consecutive… Continue reading December Boy Group Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
Sandara Park Gives DinDin The Perfect Gift For A G-Dragon Fan
DinDin’s dreams came true thanks to Sandara Park! On December 12, DinDin shared photos on Instagram of shoes he received from Sandara Park. He smiles with Sandara Park in the first photo, and in the second photo, he has put the shoes on a chair as he bows down to them. The shoes in the photographs are limited edition… Continue reading Sandara Park Gives DinDin The Perfect Gift For A G-Dragon Fan
12 K-Pop Songs That Incorporate Elements Of Traditional Korean Culture
As K-pop gets more popular worldwide, there’s a curious trend happening: more Korean artists are taking things back to their cultural roots. A number of recent K-pop releases have included recognizably East Asian elements (NCT’s Ten’s stunning, instrumental “Dream in a Dream” is a gorgeous example), and many artists have been incorporating more elements of specifically Korean culture into their songs and MVs. While older… Continue reading 12 K-Pop Songs That Incorporate Elements Of Traditional Korean Culture
Thoughtful Star Husbands Who Make Hearts Flutter
Marriage requires effort. It’s the small gestures, sweet words of affirmation, and consideration that remind a partner that they are loved. Here are some celebrity husbands who have made hearts flutter with their sweet gestures, thoughtfulness, and praise for their wives. Choi Soo Jong Actor Choi Soo Jong married actress Ha Hee Ra in 1993 and is known for frequently surprising… Continue reading Thoughtful Star Husbands Who Make Hearts Flutter
Spotify Announces Top K-Pop Artists Of 2019 + BTS Grabs No. 2 On Top Groups Of 2019 Chart
Spotify has shared its streaming charts for 2019, including the Top K-pop Artists of 2019 chart! BTS takes No. 2 on the list of Spotify’s Top Groups of 2019, after Queen in No. 1 and followed by Imagine Dragons in No. 3, The Chainsmokers in No. 4, and Maroon 5 in No. 5. BTS also grabs… Continue reading Spotify Announces Top K-Pop Artists Of 2019 + BTS Grabs No. 2 On Top Groups Of 2019 Chart