Kpop Behind | All the Stories Behind Kpop Stars

All the fans of IU may know that the queen of k-pop is not good at finding her way. Then how often do you think she gets lost? Well, she gets lost very often. When she walks on the red carpet, when she films a TV program, and even when she sings at her concert, she gets lost. It seems she always needs someone who tells her where to go, but, yeah, she's really cute!

In 2017, Big Hit Entertainment earned a total of 92 billion won (about 81 million USD). Big Hit's earning was less than that of SM (216 billion won), YG (264 billion won) and JYP (96 billion won), but you know, Big Hit, which was a very small company, has achieved remarkable growth. And what's most notable about Big Hit's growth is that the k-pop agency's operating profit to sales ratio (35%) was much higher than that of the big 3 k-pop agencies (SM: 12%, YG: 10%, JYP: 18%), which means Big Hit's business was very profitable. Basically, it is because of two reasons. First, Big Hit doesn't have as many musicians as the other 3 k-pop agencies, which means Big Hit doesn't need to invest as much money as them. Second, yeah, BTS alone earns so much money. Big Hit is receiving the most attention from investors. As you may know, Big Hit is preparing for a stock exchange listing. And investors love companies whose operating profit to sales ratio is high becau

Q. You released your first ever solo album. How do you feel? Jennie: You know, all the other BLACKPINK members have been preparing for their solo albums too. I feel as if we're starting all over again. Through my solo album, I want to show my own charm. Q. Don't you feel pressured? Jennie: Of course, I feel pressured because I'm the first one, but I want to enjoy all the things. And I'm thankful that I can rely on the other members. When I was a trainee, I even couldn't imagine making a debut as a solo singer. You know, I've spent so much time in practicing singing and dancing, and I want to prove that the time I spent is not a lost time. Q. So what do you think is the difference between BLACKPINK's album and your solo album? Jennie: Both Jennie of BLACKPINK and solo singer Jennie are myself. I can't say there's a difference between them. However, I sang the entire song as a solo singer. I'm not sure I did it really good, but I did all

Who do you think are considered as top 2 female k-pop idols among people in the k-pop industry these days? Well, those are Irene of Red Velvet and Jennie of BLACKPINK. Irene is enjoying great popularity in the advertising world. The female idol has become one of the most desired TV commercial female idols, while she is receiving love calls from a variety of brands. Basically, the reason for her great popularity in the advertising world is because she is so pretty. She is now considered as one of the prettiest female idols, while many people in the Korean entertainment world even say "She's strikingly beautiful". You know, there are so many beautiful idols and actresses in the Korean entertainment world, and it's very unusual for a k-pop idol to be praised in such a way. And actually, she looks even better in real life. That's why there are many actors and male idols who adore Irene. And, yeah, Jennie is rising to super stardom in the Korean advertis

It was a sunny day. Minjoo’s luxurious sedan speeded along over the smooth road. Minjoo could feel the cool breezes on her face. Minjoo’s car pulled up at a beautiful café located in a suburb of Seoul. When Minjoo got off the car, a man welcomed her. It was Park Donghoon. Minjoo’s luxurious sedan speeded along over the smooth road “Hey, look at you. You look more beautiful than ever” “It’s been a long time. How have you been, Mr. Park?” Exchanging greetings, they entered the café. “You want something to drink with it?” asked Park Donghoon. “Iced Americano, please” Park Donghoon brewed coffee and served it to Minjoo. “So, how's business? I was surprised when I heard you opened a café” “Well, not bad. You know, show business is a funny business, but there is uncertainty about the future of the business. That’s why I decided to open this café” “But you’re going to keep running DH Entertainment, right?” “Yeah, of course. I come here on weekends only. It’s n