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Also, Kpop idols these days are mostly associated with cutesy boyfriend/girlfriend image and most fans are teens (usually teen girls). So, being an idol in 20s to early 30s is fine, but nobody wants to see a 40yr old guy doing baby-voice aegyo to a bunch of 14yr olds.
@@urhypeboy honestly you are looking as the dumb one here😂...its only the idols who are famous..being respected or adored and even they are cancelled or criticized for DATING ...they ARE disgraced by the public ...and just why r you so pissed???😂saying her "mf"?!...i mean like do not click on the video if you are not going to listen or understand anyway
This is MOST music industries. And has been happening since the start of music. In the US many artists are opening their own labels to distribute their music and handle their own content and schedules allowing them to be paid more.
Actually its the entertainment industry in whole does that an artist works a lot to try and pay all the debts before they can start gaining unless they hit it big from the start
Probably because the kpop idol career is so toxic especially the fans. International and Korean fans wanna cancel everyone for dumb shit and it’s always a competition on who’s the better idol, who’s the generation leader, who’s the it girl or it boy, who’s the better dancer or singer like it’s soooo ridiculous and embarrassing…
Another example is Rowoon (ex SF9 member) once fnc started to notice he was more popular they never promoted him whenever SF9 would come back which is why a lot of people didn’t know he was an idol… Anyways please Stan SF9 and Rowoon✨
I agree with you, but I think his herniated disc should also be taken into consideration. While it's sad that he's not with his fellow members, I think he was also struggling with his dancing now due to his bad injury (you can see it on his Tear Drop fancams). Rowoon looks like he genuinely still wants to be in the group despite the busy scheds and his condition, so FNC is the bummer in this situation.
Kpop idols can be ambitious and versatile, they have opportunities to try many different endeavours so if they have the talent for it, they can also be successful actors starring in kdramas and film. it's no surprise many are leaving to try acting, being a K-pop idol is too pressured, it's no wonder they eventually tire of it. It's great that as Artists, they can do this, they are lucky to be in the business they are in
He's blessed to be able to do that...he's from a world wide famous group... others idols that that have not reached that status have to do more work to get attention on their group's music. Bts members before they blew up where handing out flyers and begging the public to watch there shows.
@@BongsoonDo agree, BTS came from the lowest point and now become the top. They literally build the company by themself. EXO before they get famous only a couple line of fans come to their fans meeting. They are also considered as a flop. And then later on, they prove all the people called they flop wrong. Both EXO and BTS build their own legacy. They are the best and my favs.
@@fahimmaf2469 true... But I was mainly trying to say someone in the industry not established won't have the time to do it all like d.o. ... going out and doing your own promotions on top of your training and group practice takes a lot of time. That's why I think some choose one career over the other to focus on when their group doesn't get big after a couple of years.
Kyungsoo is an amazing actor. Even praised by critics and professionals in the acting industry. He is coming back with a new solo album on May 7th. Please look forward to it.
There was this Games Caterer episodes where artists under starship, both actors and idols joined. You can see how the actors still can chat during bus rides but idols just slept all throughout. Life as idols is very tiring especially during comeback cycles. They have to learn choreographies, record, go for ads/photoshoot, preparing tours, fansign, do IG/weverse live, doing variety/shows, even maybe compose/write their own songs. It seemed that it was known that life as idols are not sustainable in long run.
I really hate that being to old in the industry is a thing in Korea I just hate it you don’t see that in the west and even japan I recently discovered an artist in japan and the artist started his career in his 50’s that would never happen in Korea and I really hope it changes soon where the Korean industry doesn’t care about age anymore
@@urhypeboy sadly I think your right I am getting into Japanese music a lot more know with solo artist rock bands and some idol groups such as bugvel JO1 INI ORBIT and so on but most of the artist I listen to are independent and have started at a later age as well
@@doodoo7207 yah but most of the idols that do debut in japan are in there mid to late 20’s and early 20’s especially solo artist in Japan and I don’t listen to AKB anyway and an Japanese idol did an interview and said technically there is no age limit to be come an idol and said if you decide you want to be an idol in japan your already an idol
That's what you're made to think: monk at 30?!?brands ambassadors, commercials, richer then most kids loosing time to feel sorry for bunch of strangers!😊
@@urhypeboyBut they are fake! With their highly delusional fans! Who have the mindset that idols can’t date and the idols are dating them instead 😂😂 very laughable country!😂😂😂
& than theres my bias Kim Jiwoong of ZB1 who debuted as an Idol at 17 with INX in 2017, disbanded in their rookie year, tried to redebut twice in 2 other groups (ATEEN & B.I.T) but treated like crap by their companies... in 2020 he then switched to acting, he built up his fanbase as a web drama actor, gaining huge popularity in 2 K-BLs with his acting partner also an Idol Yoon Seobin...then in 2023 through Idol survival show Boys Planet he got his big Idol break to redebut in ZEROBASEONE...he was 24, haters said he was too old to redebut but he did & it was mostly his acting fanbase that voted for him to achieve his dreams of performing on stage again😭♥️, in ZB1 hes won so many Rookie of the Yeaar awards, achieved million unit selling albums, performed all over the world for thousands of Zerose fandom, its a beautiful compelling story, Jiwoong may go back to acting after his Idol dream ends but whatever he does he has his loyal fanbase called Woongdeongies & OT9 Zerose, that support him 1000%!❤🦋💪🙏🌹
Less stress, less hate , enough sleep. It's understandable . K-pop is a cold world where idols are trying their best not to slip bc fans gonna eat them alive.
honestly as a sf9 fan, rowoon’s departure from the group was devastating. since he was always known as one of the most dedicated to it, in the beginning. when his first lead role took off, that time was truly one of the last times we seen him as an artist. still sad about it to this day, but i wish him well
This phenomenon happens in almost all type of jobs. There are a lot of people who said jobs related to engineering, computer, network, or oil pay really well. But in reality, just like every other job, the salary depends a lot on individual's skill and luck. But for jobs surrounded in luxury, not getting paid at all is, in my opinion, frustrating.
That's because some of those idols wanted to be actors/actresses from the beginning. It is said it's easier to become an actor/actress through being an idol because the company can pull some strings for you
Idols life is really hard they never get a chance to rest as compare to actors but both job are not easy it's about luck and fate some may got more popular in k pop and some may get more popular in dramas where they get more benefit that's the job they took
Eunwoo's in the thumbnail but he IS NOT quitting!! he is still a part of Astro and released a solo album, and astro released a song both in February, he has a new drama out Wonderful World and is on a tour
i also think another reason they change is that becoming an idol is sometimes easier/faster way to get popular and then transition into acting and be a popular actor than to just become an actor straight away. i remember reading about some idols talking about it. i think 1 example was also super juniors sindong, i believe he said once that he didnt want to be an idol but an actor and sm said just debut release a few songs and then transition into an actor or something on those lines.
I never thought the process of becoming an idol was easy or fast. Idols train for hours every day, often for years. They must learn dancing, singing, modeling, public speaking, etc. Then if they debut, which many don't even after years of training, they may never gain enough of a fan base to become popular or recognized.
@@mbrow thats true, but if you think about it, you still have a chance to make it. Where as theres actors that are amazing in their 40s who been actors for 10-20yrs and are just starting to get lead roles/recognition. What im trying to say is, in the long run its “most likely” easier to become an idol first (even if it takes 7yrs or more) to debut or get some fans, and then transition into acting than to just straight up become an actor and maybe have to wait 10-20 yrs before you start getting recognised and getting lead roles. The certain amount of idols that became actors ive seen (cant comment on the ones i havnt seen) tend to get a couple supporting roles or even second lead roles and then after like 2-4 roles they end up being lead actors.
Its sad that some actors spend their so much time getting recognisation and then half of kpop idols start coming to their industry Ita easy for kpop idol to be famous in drama industry but its not easy for actors to become top kpop idols
Idols also built that fanbase with hardwork in the first place. It's not like they came out of the womb and instantly had all these fans for no reason. So while you may think it's easy for an idol to become famous in acting industry, it's actually not. The supposed fame needed some hardwork before they got it. And no one's stopping actors from stepping into singing careers/idols. It's just that actors are not so willing to venture into different opportunities and not so brave as idols are. But that's on them for being so prideful
@@madkmadk6809 idol industry is big and more known and it gather fans easier and many of groups already start having big fan grouo before even having a single song out Ofcourse they do hardwork but they have more exposure and get fans easily
@@madkmadk6809 idol industry is big and more known and it gather fans easier and many of groups already start having big fan grouo before even having a single song out Ofcourse they do hardwork but they have more exposure and get fans easily
@@madkmadk6809 and actors dont step into idol industry because they are afraid they know very well how the industry works Its not always equal buddy kpop idol have more opportunity then actors many times
@@Sky88179 more opportunities does NOT equal to more pay tho. Even a beginner actor earns more wage than a beginner idol does. Most idols at the beginning get zero wages. Some don't get even get a single paycheck in years before disbanding cuz they failed to become enough popular. Whatever little money is made ends up in the company's hands for paying idol training debt. Actors know this thing about lower wage than acting industry and that's exactly why they are too prideful to venture into idol industry. That's on them
I'm sorry but the majority of those you showed are still VERY involved in Kpop. And those people were NOT making those faces at actor/idols. That reaction was to J. Y. Park making a complete fool of himself at an award show. Helloooo Cha Eunwoo IU Seo In Guk Junho Jinyoung Siwon Sungjae D.O. Suho Kim Hyunjoong And so many more.
But actors are replaceable too. One scandal and you're over. All jobs in the entertainment industry expire quickly. And with everyone wanting to be an idol and actor, the oversaturation has made so many people disappear quickly
Kpop idols are gambling with their time, mental health, physical health, privacy, safety, money and work. The industry is harsh and more than half of it depends on a delusional parasocial relationships that could shatter or make an idol or group. I don't blame idols for exploring other areas in the entertainment industry. I am still a huge fan of Kpop, but the least I can do as a fan who actually cares is try to not return that toxicity to idols and try to support them as humanely as possible. I keep thinking about Karina having to apologize for being in a relationship and many other incidents that are just crazy.
in my country you could be +40 and still be popular as a singer.. crazy how they debut a teenager who should be in middle school instead of being infront of a camera with tones of make up on and those who are of age who can easily pull off any concept are called old and outdated
Idols are treated pretty different to „regular“ musicians in sk. They are aimed to a younger audience mostly (even though their fans grow up with them over time) The mainstream music scene in Korea doesn’t just consist of idols.
Some of the idols actually wanted to be actors/ actresses. They must have known or found out that the kpop community is so toxic that u get hate even for breathing. Acting still have some situations like that but more civilised people seem to be in the kdrama community. After all,it is their decision and nobody should force them to leave or stay in the industries.
Many of my favorite non Kpop idols do both singing and acting. Some are more prominent in one versus the other while some are good at both. It is sad of they cross over to acting for the wrong reasons because acting is not easy either. You need to have the talent and all too, but I guess as kpop idols they would get the support from fans even if acting is not their forte.
OMG, why do they want to be idols, if they really don't make much to no money? OMG the entertainment industry are run my criminals, this is unbelievable.
Before even starting to watch the video, I have two of many possible reasons why Kpop idols are turning into acting. One major reason I think is that because it is REALLY RARE for someone to be active as an idol for many years. I've been a Kpop fan for 15 years and VERY FEW idols that were active when I first got into Kpop are still active till this day. And the few that are still active aren't really releasing new music that often. Idols really only remain "popular" for about 5 years, or 7 if they are lucky. But as an actor you can really only grow and become even more popular as the years go by (this is of course only if they get good roles often and don't get into scandals). Another possible reason is that actors have more liberty to date. Fans of actors usually ship those actors with their costars so when news of them dating come out, they rarely receive hate from their fans. And as we all know, Kpop idols almost always get a lot of hate when they date someone, they even lose a lot of fans.
imo, i dont mind eunwoo acting at all, hes doing so well and his K-dramas are very interesting. i especially liked True Beauty cause it reminded me of moonbin and in the storyline its similar to what has happened to him as well, but its not a bad thing to be both a kpop idol and kdrama actor.
I think have an actor in the group is more of a marketing ploy. It’s to bring in more fans and more popularity. That means bring more attention to the group, and spending more money. Especially when K-pop was still breaking Japan and hallyu was getting momentum. So it became the norm having at least one member who are acting . Now a lot of these idols do get backlash because they are lacking in skill or typecast. I do agree that money is a big factor and not everyone wants to be an idol for the next 20 years.
as ballad/vocal based kpop group they have a longevity advantage as melody's are happy to grow older with their idols❤ sungjae is still an A list actor but he will be btob for life!
I think it's a bit of an unfair advantage though. Idols have a fanbase and they will help them even if the idol has no talent. Cha eunwoo initially was pretty bad at acting too. These actors have to now compete with idols.
I realized yesterday that idols are but musical geisha. Going through training and looks modifications. Being fed and housed by the company during training, etc. Then, expected indentured servitute paying off the training period. Going out in make up and unrealistic outfits. They are Korean Geisha. That's crazy.
So, what if a group wrote, compose, arrange, produce most of their songs? does the company still take a much bigger cut on the $ they generate? Are they still paid peanuts? 🤔 … honestly curious …
I think they make much more money if they produce their own songs. For those who write it and make the music it definitely generates more money. The persons who is just singing the song doesn’t get that much.
If Kyungsoo earned more as an idol, and SM kept almost all the money EXO was making. Just imagine the amount they gave to that company. And they could have earned so much more if not for SM not promoting properly and cutting lots of opportunities to go outside of Asia. SM is now paying its karma, and I'm so glad artist are leaving and seeing more options for themselves.
the last part is actually my biggest question about idol contract. why would idol not only has less share but also need to pay for the accommodation that the company actually has to pay. if the conpany was to scared the idol wont get them the profit then its ok to get some such as lesson fee for them to cover and half accommodation being paid by each, however the profit need to be half I half or at least 40:60. after all both work for eo or even the idol work for the company not the other way around. I couldn't even understand how the government let such exploitation happen for decades and still no change. also the way the company target young and poor child so the family couldnt afford any lawyer even a mere knowledge about the contract just to trap this idols to work for them at cheap price while still need to paid the accommodation. disgusting system
One huge one is not getting paid for sure but to me its also about the fact that idols dont have any privacy and have to be perfect while actors have somewhat more freedom and get paid.
I actually got shock cause when i was a kid i was a kdarama fan i always watch with my mom and when i started liking kpop i was shock that cha eun woo is a kpop idol
The Park Hyuny-Sik really shocks me...I knew that he was too handsome just to be an actor,turns out he's an idol too!?!?! Probably bcs he's maybe a 2nd gen idols...and I know idols from big company only such as yoona, taecyeon,sooyoung and junho
they wont run out of idol trainee because as a youngster we more idolizing K-Idol than actor/actress Some maybe already warned them but they didnt listen until they realize its hard to make money as an idol K-Idol = more popular to younger audiences Actor/actress = more popular in wider audiences & in entertainment industry itself
Its a great options especially if you have international influence example black pink because of their influence now they can attract more than just Kpop fans and aren’t constricted to all that much of Kpop idol culture
I was scrolling down here in the comments section and i saw a few that are shading Blackpink which i don't understand why. Jennie already acted on "The Idol", Lisa is about to appear in the 3rd season of "The Black Lotus" and Jisoo is currently shooting a movie and a drama.
Honestly, I’d raTher debut at a big company or not debut at all. What? You work that hard, you’re perceived as famous but don’t get paid or respected for your craft? No
Another reason could be that not all idols are into dance pop genre (that's become the mainstream kpop) so working as actors they can earn enough money for their agencies to give them a little freedom in their music careers, like what cha eun woo did with his solo album.
Music is made all life! Stop with this "idol only"! You are insulting the musicians! Yes, music has no time, there is no "old age" it is eternal! Tell that to Tchaikovsky, Mick Jagger and Madonna!
That's why idol companies train them for a long time so that they can have a hold on them financially for a long time as well. I'm not against training. But how talentless could you be to be trained for 2 years or more? Unless they have a motive. A year of training is enough. Besides why would someone join a sing and dance group if he or she doesn't have a talent for it to begin with. If I were that person, I will be insulted if I need more than a year of training if I know I am already talented.... unless I indeed just came with a pretty face and nothing else which is still audacious.
1. You don't get death threats for doing a kissing scene 2. You don't get death threats for making a mistake while filming 3. You don't get death threats for wearing the wrong clothing brand 4. You don't get a lot of death threats 😄
If the idols are very talented in acting, think they will do just fine. Like i had no idea that cha eunwoo just came out with a solo album until the other day.
"many of them don't go to university or even finish high school" -- this isn't true. a lot of these kpop dols were top students in their schools when they were recruited. it's more the norm that kpop idols finish their high school, studying while pursuing their careers, and there's a high percentage of them pursuing college degrees or even getting master's degrees. examples are members of the biggest, most successful, and iconic groups like big bang, shinhwa, shinee, btob, exo, bts, and seventeen. in bts alone, all members have received their college degrees and are currently enrolled in master's programs, even as they are fulfilling their military draft requirements. exo xiumin even has a ph.d!
I wish sunoo would also get an acting opportunitiy, then he can at least have something that he loves to do instead, coz if he depends on his company he will never get promoted at all😢
Also idols (male or female) cant date and marriage is a far off cry when fans dont even let them date while its easy for actors to have a family and privacy they r not only treated better by staff and people of industry but also by fans as well Idol’s fans r too toxic
First, most suck at what you call "musicians" and acting should be done by professional trained ones how it was back in the days, because it's a flop for most of them. 😊
K-pop is too toxic!! The fans have gotten out of control! At least actors are free to date and have a life. Also, the life of an idol is short-lived. I got so tired of the delulu fans, I don't watch K-pop anymore. II only watch the Drams now.
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1. More pay
2. Higher social reputation
3. Your profession is respected by the public
Also, Kpop idols these days are mostly associated with cutesy boyfriend/girlfriend image and most fans are teens (usually teen girls). So, being an idol in 20s to early 30s is fine, but nobody wants to see a 40yr old guy doing baby-voice aegyo to a bunch of 14yr olds.
"uR pRoFeSsIoN iS rEsPeCtEd bY tHe pUbLiC" Mf rly thinks idols are disgraced by the public... Dvmb
@@urhypeboy honestly you are looking as the dumb one here😂...its only the idols who are famous..being respected or adored and even they are cancelled or criticized for DATING ...they ARE disgraced by the public ...and just why r you so pissed???😂saying her "mf"?!...i mean like do not click on the video if you are not going to listen or understand anyway
It's sad that some k-pop idols don't get paid 😢 the way they give their all in comebacks and mv making , the entertainment industry should change
Becoz they r replaceable..people like soyeon can create music..suga ;stray kids
Welcome to reality
This is MOST music industries. And has been happening since the start of music. In the US many artists are opening their own labels to distribute their music and handle their own content and schedules allowing them to be paid more.
Actually its the entertainment industry in whole does that an artist works a lot to try and pay all the debts before they can start gaining unless they hit it big from the start
It is Not fair -period
Idk why people say ‘first’ ‘second’ or whatever because your not getting rewarded like damn 💀
U should write this in every youtube video 😂
I'm stealing this 😅
Because why not
It’s not that deep….
they get likes and they want attention
Probably because the kpop idol career is so toxic especially the fans. International and Korean fans wanna cancel everyone for dumb shit and it’s always a competition on who’s the better idol, who’s the generation leader, who’s the it girl or it boy, who’s the better dancer or singer like it’s soooo ridiculous and embarrassing…
I totally agree 👌🏻
Well said!
Being able to have a job after being an idol is a blessing
Have two jobs: another blessing
Cha eun woo is still an idol and even made a solo album recently
andddd he's well qualified. UwU
Yep. This channel's videos are mostly baseless.
And no, Twice did not outdid my fave. Stan NewJeans ❤
@@urhypeboyNo body should stan talentless lipsyncing industry plants. So nobody should stan Garbage Jeans.
@vixxexo6855 bro dont hate on them cause tou like them. Their not talentless and no need to call them garbage.
Another example is Rowoon (ex SF9 member) once fnc started to notice he was more popular they never promoted him whenever SF9 would come back which is why a lot of people didn’t know he was an idol… Anyways please Stan SF9 and Rowoon✨
I agree with you, but I think his herniated disc should also be taken into consideration. While it's sad that he's not with his fellow members, I think he was also struggling with his dancing now due to his bad injury (you can see it on his Tear Drop fancams). Rowoon looks like he genuinely still wants to be in the group despite the busy scheds and his condition, so FNC is the bummer in this situation.
Kpop idols can be ambitious and versatile, they have opportunities to try many different endeavours so if they have the talent for it, they can also be successful actors starring in kdramas and film. it's no surprise many are leaving to try acting, being a K-pop idol is too pressured, it's no wonder they eventually tire of it. It's great that as Artists, they can do this, they are lucky to be in the business they are in
all exo members are actors and are still very populair!!!
HAPPY EARLY 12TH ANNIVERSARY EXO&EXOL!!! WE ARE ONE!!
Even Kai?
@@La-PetitMort yes kai is a actor
@@bottleflip1997 lemme go watch everything he's been real quick ty!
Even they are really talented idols.. there still no idol that can sing as good as them ❤❤❤
All except for Chen. The only drama he’s been in is EXO Next Door. I believe he has shared in the past that he’s not interested in acting.
Having two job is hard. Thats why i respect EXO D.O, he is still a singer and an actor with many movies with such a pack schedule.
He's blessed to be able to do that...he's from a world wide famous group... others idols that that have not reached that status have to do more work to get attention on their group's music. Bts members before they blew up where handing out flyers and begging the public to watch there shows.
@@BongsoonDo agree, BTS came from the lowest point and now become the top. They literally build the company by themself. EXO before they get famous only a couple line of fans come to their fans meeting. They are also considered as a flop. And then later on, they prove all the people called they flop wrong. Both EXO and BTS build their own legacy. They are the best and my favs.
@@fahimmaf2469 true... But I was mainly trying to say someone in the industry not established won't have the time to do it all like d.o. ... going out and doing your own promotions on top of your training and group practice takes a lot of time. That's why I think some choose one career over the other to focus on when their group doesn't get big after a couple of years.
D.O, nd suho both... Suho drama is going to release nd he also announced his solo concert, same with kyungsoo too
Kyungsoo is an amazing actor. Even praised by critics and professionals in the acting industry. He is coming back with a new solo album on May 7th. Please look forward to it.
There was this Games Caterer episodes where artists under starship, both actors and idols joined. You can see how the actors still can chat during bus rides but idols just slept all throughout. Life as idols is very tiring especially during comeback cycles. They have to learn choreographies, record, go for ads/photoshoot, preparing tours, fansign, do IG/weverse live, doing variety/shows, even maybe compose/write their own songs. It seemed that it was known that life as idols are not sustainable in long run.
I really hate that being to old in the industry is a thing in Korea I just hate it you don’t see that in the west and even japan I recently discovered an artist in japan and the artist started his career in his 50’s that would never happen in Korea and I really hope it changes soon where the Korean industry doesn’t care about age anymore
Not gonna happen. Koreans are beauty oriented and nothing could change that.
@@urhypeboy maybe but it still doesn’t hurt to have at least a little bit of hope for the future of S.Korea 🥲
@@urhypeboy sadly I think your right I am getting into Japanese music a lot more know with solo artist rock bands and some idol groups such as bugvel JO1 INI ORBIT and so on but most of the artist I listen to are independent and have started at a later age as well
Japan also age oriented for idol, especially in akb, that's why sakura and nako debut in age of 12/13.
@@doodoo7207 yah but most of the idols that do debut in japan are in there mid to late 20’s and early 20’s especially solo artist in Japan and I don’t listen to AKB anyway and an Japanese idol did an interview and said technically there is no age limit to be come an idol and said if you decide you want to be an idol in japan your already an idol
btw eunwoo started acting right after his debut from small roles to lead roles now and he still release music and perform live
Yeah... that's why I love him 🤧
Who wish to idol now
Its far better to be an actor , its far less toxic
Totally
Just bcos ure talentless doesn't mean nobody wants to be an idol anymore. Grow up.
@@urhypeboy how bad is your comprehension that you had to use ad hominem?
@@urhypeboydon’t talk so harshly about yourself 😢
Being a kpop idol is like being an actor, you have to play your role if you don't want to get criticized and because of all the interdictions
really true!!!
They say people nowadays change their careers 5-7 times in their lifetime. It’s normal to move on if you found something else that interests you.
yae..its not that much of a big deal if you think like that..🤔
I feel some idols are actually not solo material so they venture into different genre
that can an additional factor too...
Being an idol is acting. No 30 year old talented, famous, and handsome/pretty person doesn’t date and acts cute all the time 😂
Has it ever occur in your mind that idols are just naturally cute? Stop acting like idols are fake. Shush
That's what you're made to think: monk at 30?!?brands ambassadors, commercials, richer then most kids loosing time to feel sorry for bunch of strangers!😊
such a confusing comment
@@urhypeboyBut they are fake! With their highly delusional fans! Who have the mindset that idols can’t date and the idols are dating them instead 😂😂 very laughable country!😂😂😂
You are 💯 correct…they are all actors😂
& than theres my bias Kim Jiwoong of ZB1 who debuted as an Idol at 17 with INX in 2017, disbanded in their rookie year, tried to redebut twice in 2 other groups (ATEEN & B.I.T) but treated like crap by their companies... in 2020 he then switched to acting, he built up his fanbase as a web drama actor, gaining huge popularity in 2 K-BLs with his acting partner also an Idol Yoon Seobin...then in 2023 through Idol survival show Boys Planet he got his big Idol break to redebut in ZEROBASEONE...he was 24, haters said he was too old to redebut but he did & it was mostly his acting fanbase that voted for him to achieve his dreams of performing on stage again😭♥️, in ZB1 hes won so many Rookie of the Yeaar awards, achieved million unit selling albums, performed all over the world for thousands of Zerose fandom, its a beautiful compelling story, Jiwoong may go back to acting after his Idol dream ends but whatever he does he has his loyal fanbase called Woongdeongies & OT9 Zerose, that support him 1000%!❤🦋💪🙏🌹
Less stress, less hate , enough sleep. It's understandable . K-pop is a cold world where idols are trying their best not to slip bc fans gonna eat them alive.
honestly as a sf9 fan, rowoon’s departure from the group was devastating. since he was always known as one of the most dedicated to it, in the beginning. when his first lead role took off, that time was truly one of the last times we seen him as an artist. still sad about it to this day, but i wish him well
I would rather see them on the screen while acting rather than reading articles of them being dragged by fans as idols
I was literally just wondering yesterday why idols become actors so often, and then here’s this video
This phenomenon happens in almost all type of jobs.
There are a lot of people who said jobs related to engineering, computer, network, or oil pay really well.
But in reality, just like every other job, the salary depends a lot on individual's skill and luck.
But for jobs surrounded in luxury, not getting paid at all is, in my opinion, frustrating.
That's because some of those idols wanted to be actors/actresses from the beginning. It is said it's easier to become an actor/actress through being an idol because the company can pull some strings for you
Idols life is really hard they never get a chance to rest as compare to actors but both job are not easy it's about luck and fate some may got more popular in k pop and some may get more popular in dramas where they get more benefit that's the job they took
Kpop idols have to act all the time. And dance. And sing. Actors only need to act. They are in no position to think too highly of themselves.
Eunwoo's in the thumbnail but he IS NOT quitting!! he is still a part of Astro and released a solo album, and astro released a song both in February, he has a new drama out Wonderful World and is on a tour
It's also because most kpoppies are toxic and controlling. They criticize everything that idols do if they don't like certain things.
Cry
@@urhypeboy I mean that's the truth lol
i also think another reason they change is that becoming an idol is sometimes easier/faster way to get popular and then transition into acting and be a popular actor than to just become an actor straight away. i remember reading about some idols talking about it. i think 1 example was also super juniors sindong, i believe he said once that he didnt want to be an idol but an actor and sm said just debut release a few songs and then transition into an actor or something on those lines.
I never thought the process of becoming an idol was easy or fast. Idols train for hours every day, often for years. They must learn dancing, singing, modeling, public speaking, etc. Then if they debut, which many don't even after years of training, they may never gain enough of a fan base to become popular or recognized.
@@mbrow thats true, but if you think about it, you still have a chance to make it. Where as theres actors that are amazing in their 40s who been actors for 10-20yrs and are just starting to get lead roles/recognition. What im trying to say is, in the long run its “most likely” easier to become an idol first (even if it takes 7yrs or more) to debut or get some fans, and then transition into acting than to just straight up become an actor and maybe have to wait 10-20 yrs before you start getting recognised and getting lead roles. The certain amount of idols that became actors ive seen (cant comment on the ones i havnt seen) tend to get a couple supporting roles or even second lead roles and then after like 2-4 roles they end up being lead actors.
@@821Moshii Ah, I understand.
Its sad that some actors spend their so much time getting recognisation and then half of kpop idols start coming to their industry
Ita easy for kpop idol to be famous in drama industry but its not easy for actors to become top kpop idols
Idols also built that fanbase with hardwork in the first place. It's not like they came out of the womb and instantly had all these fans for no reason. So while you may think it's easy for an idol to become famous in acting industry, it's actually not. The supposed fame needed some hardwork before they got it. And no one's stopping actors from stepping into singing careers/idols. It's just that actors are not so willing to venture into different opportunities and not so brave as idols are. But that's on them for being so prideful
@@madkmadk6809 idol industry is big and more known and it gather fans easier and many of groups already start having big fan grouo before even having a single song out
Ofcourse they do hardwork but they have more exposure and get fans easily
@@madkmadk6809 idol industry is big and more known and it gather fans easier and many of groups already start having big fan grouo before even having a single song out
Ofcourse they do hardwork but they have more exposure and get fans easily
@@madkmadk6809 and actors dont step into idol industry because they are afraid they know very well how the industry works
Its not always equal buddy kpop idol have more opportunity then actors many times
@@Sky88179 more opportunities does NOT equal to more pay tho. Even a beginner actor earns more wage than a beginner idol does. Most idols at the beginning get zero wages. Some don't get even get a single paycheck in years before disbanding cuz they failed to become enough popular. Whatever little money is made ends up in the company's hands for paying idol training debt. Actors know this thing about lower wage than acting industry and that's exactly why they are too prideful to venture into idol industry. That's on them
I'm sorry but the majority of those you showed are still VERY involved in Kpop. And those people were NOT making those faces at actor/idols. That reaction was to J. Y. Park making a complete fool of himself at an award show.
Helloooo
Cha Eunwoo
IU
Seo In Guk
Junho
Jinyoung
Siwon
Sungjae
D.O.
Suho
Kim Hyunjoong
And so many more.
But actors are replaceable too.
One scandal and you're over. All jobs in the entertainment industry expire quickly. And with everyone wanting to be an idol and actor, the oversaturation has made so many people disappear quickly
Kpop idols are gambling with their time, mental health, physical health, privacy, safety, money and work. The industry is harsh and more than half of it depends on a delusional parasocial relationships that could shatter or make an idol or group. I don't blame idols for exploring other areas in the entertainment industry. I am still a huge fan of Kpop, but the least I can do as a fan who actually cares is try to not return that toxicity to idols and try to support them as humanely as possible. I keep thinking about Karina having to apologize for being in a relationship and many other incidents that are just crazy.
the fans are less toxic, better people supporting them, less hate or no hate at all, better payed, respect from the public.
They get less hate, more freedom, more pay, respect and more options
in my country you could be +40 and still be popular as a singer.. crazy how they debut a teenager who should be in middle school instead of being infront of a camera with tones of make up on and those who are of age who can easily pull off any concept are called old and outdated
Idols are treated pretty different to „regular“ musicians in sk. They are aimed to a younger audience mostly (even though their fans grow up with them over time)
The mainstream music scene in Korea doesn’t just consist of idols.
Some of the idols actually wanted to be actors/ actresses. They must have known or found out that the kpop community is so toxic that u get hate even for breathing. Acting still have some situations like that but more civilised people seem to be in the kdrama community. After all,it is their decision and nobody should force them to leave or stay in the industries.
Many of my favorite non Kpop idols do both singing and acting. Some are more prominent in one versus the other while some are good at both. It is sad of they cross over to acting for the wrong reasons because acting is not easy either. You need to have the talent and all too, but I guess as kpop idols they would get the support from fans even if acting is not their forte.
OMG, why do they want to be idols, if they really don't make much to no money? OMG the entertainment industry are run my criminals, this is unbelievable.
Before even starting to watch the video, I have two of many possible reasons why Kpop idols are turning into acting. One major reason I think is that because it is REALLY RARE for someone to be active as an idol for many years. I've been a Kpop fan for 15 years and VERY FEW idols that were active when I first got into Kpop are still active till this day. And the few that are still active aren't really releasing new music that often. Idols really only remain "popular" for about 5 years, or 7 if they are lucky. But as an actor you can really only grow and become even more popular as the years go by (this is of course only if they get good roles often and don't get into scandals). Another possible reason is that actors have more liberty to date. Fans of actors usually ship those actors with their costars so when news of them dating come out, they rarely receive hate from their fans. And as we all know, Kpop idols almost always get a lot of hate when they date someone, they even lose a lot of fans.
Netflix is notorious around the world. Different countries have different types of problems with Netflix.
imo, i dont mind eunwoo acting at all, hes doing so well and his K-dramas are very interesting. i especially liked True Beauty cause it reminded me of moonbin and in the storyline its similar to what has happened to him as well, but its not a bad thing to be both a kpop idol and kdrama actor.
I think have an actor in the group is more of a marketing ploy. It’s to bring in more fans and more popularity. That means bring more attention to the group, and spending more money. Especially when K-pop was still breaking Japan and hallyu was getting momentum. So it became the norm having at least one member who are acting . Now a lot of these idols do get backlash because they are lacking in skill or typecast.
I do agree that money is a big factor and not everyone wants to be an idol for the next 20 years.
Except BtoB have been active 12 years and do have other things they do, but they will stay together.
as ballad/vocal based kpop group they have a longevity advantage as melody's are happy to grow older with their idols❤ sungjae is still an A list actor but he will be btob for life!
I think it's a bit of an unfair advantage though. Idols have a fanbase and they will help them even if the idol has no talent. Cha eunwoo initially was pretty bad at acting too. These actors have to now compete with idols.
Same yoona also bad at acting..l
@@himankmaheshwari2097 finally someone said it
@@himankmaheshwari2097 glad someone finnally pointed that out
@@himankmaheshwari2097Yoona has improved a lot. She did well in King the land and Big mouth.
I heard Sooyoung was a better actor than Yoona
😂😂 I know you trying to be fair but why you put hybe when BTS didn't have any debt for a trainee.
Cha eunwoo is still most definitely an idol. It’s just people don’t care too look at him as an idol/with Astro.
I realized yesterday that idols are but musical geisha. Going through training and looks modifications. Being fed and housed by the company during training, etc. Then, expected indentured servitute paying off the training period. Going out in make up and unrealistic outfits.
They are Korean Geisha.
That's crazy.
So, what if a group wrote, compose, arrange, produce most of their songs? does the company still take a much bigger cut on the $ they generate? Are they still paid peanuts? 🤔 … honestly curious …
I think they make much more money if they produce their own songs. For those who write it and make the music it definitely generates more money. The persons who is just singing the song doesn’t get that much.
If Kyungsoo earned more as an idol, and SM kept almost all the money EXO was making. Just imagine the amount they gave to that company. And they could have earned so much more if not for SM not promoting properly and cutting lots of opportunities to go outside of Asia.
SM is now paying its karma, and I'm so glad artist are leaving and seeing more options for themselves.
I love all the snsd contents shown
Stellar's story is so horrible. I still can't believe how badly they were mistreated.
the fact she earned more in one minor role on netflix in hollywood than she did in 8 years in korea is insane
i'm curious has there ever been a kpop star or actor who's gone to do their national service and ended up staying in the military
the last part is actually my biggest question about idol contract. why would idol not only has less share but also need to pay for the accommodation that the company actually has to pay. if the conpany was to scared the idol wont get them the profit then its ok to get some such as lesson fee for them to cover and half accommodation being paid by each, however the profit need to be half I half or at least 40:60. after all both work for eo or even the idol work for the company not the other way around.
I couldn't even understand how the government let such exploitation happen for decades and still no change. also the way the company target young and poor child so the family couldnt afford any lawyer even a mere knowledge about the contract just to trap this idols to work for them at cheap price while still need to paid the accommodation. disgusting system
One huge one is not getting paid for sure but to me its also about the fact that idols dont have any privacy and have to be perfect while actors have somewhat more freedom and get paid.
I actually got shock cause when i was a kid i was a kdarama fan i always watch with my mom and when i started liking kpop i was shock that cha eun woo is a kpop idol
The Park Hyuny-Sik really shocks me...I knew that he was too handsome just to be an actor,turns out he's an idol too!?!?! Probably bcs he's maybe a 2nd gen idols...and I know idols from big company only such as yoona, taecyeon,sooyoung and junho
they wont run out of idol trainee because as a youngster we more idolizing K-Idol than actor/actress
Some maybe already warned them but they didnt listen until they realize its hard to make money as an idol
K-Idol = more popular to younger audiences
Actor/actress = more popular in wider audiences & in entertainment industry itself
why are you adding companies and idols who are not part of this topic?
Because she is dis-honest.
After idoling acting is a walk in the park, much much easier.
Its a great options especially if you have international influence example black pink because of their influence now they can attract more than just Kpop fans and aren’t constricted to all that much of Kpop idol culture
I feel for the newcomers who attend acting achool only to be overshadowed by idols
You even mentioned kyungsoo 🥹
I was scrolling down here in the comments section and i saw a few that are shading Blackpink which i don't understand why. Jennie already acted on "The Idol", Lisa is about to appear in the 3rd season of "The Black Lotus" and Jisoo is currently shooting a movie and a drama.
Honestly, I’d raTher debut at a big company or not debut at all. What? You work that hard, you’re perceived as famous but don’t get paid or respected for your craft? No
It’s probably a lot easy. I’d imagine being a kpop idol is a very hard job
I didn't even know Doh Kyungsoo, I.U., Suzy, and Cha Eunwoo were idols when I first watched the dramas they were in.
Another reason could be that not all idols are into dance pop genre (that's become the mainstream kpop) so working as actors they can earn enough money for their agencies to give them a little freedom in their music careers, like what cha eun woo did with his solo album.
It's not true the older idols have more charisma than the brand new ones. I know veteran Actors who are friends with Idols so please don't judge them
Music is made all life! Stop with this "idol only"! You are insulting the musicians! Yes, music has no time, there is no "old age" it is eternal! Tell that to Tchaikovsky, Mick Jagger and Madonna!
That's why idol companies train them for a long time so that they can have a hold on them financially for a long time as well. I'm not against training. But how talentless could you be to be trained for 2 years or more? Unless they have a motive. A year of training is enough. Besides why would someone join a sing and dance group if he or she doesn't have a talent for it to begin with. If I were that person, I will be insulted if I need more than a year of training if I know I am already talented.... unless I indeed just came with a pretty face and nothing else which is still audacious.
EXO members also is actor from beginning of their idol group career untill now their still idol & actor (except for chen) ❤
1. You don't get death threats for doing a kissing scene
2. You don't get death threats for making a mistake while filming
3. You don't get death threats for wearing the wrong clothing brand
4. You don't get a lot of death threats
😄
Majority of kpop idols who became actors aren't even that good at acting. There's only few who can actually act
Praying that this doesn't happen to Minnie and Miyeon
If the idols are very talented in acting, think they will do just fine. Like i had no idea that cha eunwoo just came out with a solo album until the other day.
Ok but putting eunwoo on the thumbnail is insane. Boy just released an album?
Ya'll be sleeping on him and then saying this?
Most idols can't sing. If you can't sing you won't be able to extend your music career.
Kim Jaejoong is enjoying a long career as an idol.
"many of them don't go to university or even finish high school" -- this isn't true. a lot of these kpop dols were top students in their schools when they were recruited. it's more the norm that kpop idols finish their high school, studying while pursuing their careers, and there's a high percentage of them pursuing college degrees or even getting master's degrees. examples are members of the biggest, most successful, and iconic groups like big bang, shinhwa, shinee, btob, exo, bts, and seventeen. in bts alone, all members have received their college degrees and are currently enrolled in master's programs, even as they are fulfilling their military draft requirements. exo xiumin even has a ph.d!
Why? Cause it was their goal all along. Get in a group, use it to gain fans, get a acting contract, then leave
Kpop & kdrama both sucks now bcz of new talentless ppl joining industry.
Did you delete the most recent vid? I was watchung and went off and came back and i couldnt find it..
Same for me. I don’t know why.
me too
Actors are paid better than idols, unless you write your own songs which can earn you loyalty fee.
Idols well known Internationally can prolong their career, It’s just the Koreans who are very focused on superficial things, youth and looks.
It's their destiny 😂
Jinyoung is an AMAZING actor and choreographer, and while I like his voice... it's not the reason I like him
I wish sunoo would also get an acting opportunitiy, then he can at least have something that he loves to do instead, coz if he depends on his company he will never get promoted at all😢
Also idols (male or female) cant date and marriage is a far off cry when fans dont even let them date while its easy for actors to have a family and privacy they r not only treated better by staff and people of industry but also by fans as well
Idol’s fans r too toxic
Idols are better off acting
most of them are dozens but with visuals
And when we finally got groups with zero dozens they set them up with bad songs cough nmixx cough baemon #justiceformygirls
@bellearena000 umm yeah whatever makes you sleep at night i still support them tho
@bellearena000 not at all bcz you're lying 🫶
@bellearena000baemon don't have bad songs, you say? Imagine being as dvmb as you.
@bellearena000just bcos u like baemon's music doesn't mean their songs are good either. Grow up.
Choose your career wisely kids...
Hello please make a video about the Sunoo from enhypen mistreatment situtian
First, most suck at what you call "musicians" and acting should be done by professional trained ones how it was back in the days, because it's a flop for most of them. 😊
Yeonwoo did not receive a paycheck? Daisy on the other hand got ONE paycheck in her 2 years. She had a $150,000 debt but still had a sizeable amount.
I thought Eunwoo is quitting as idol...
K-pop is too toxic!! The fans have gotten out of control! At least actors are free to date and have a life. Also, the life of an idol is short-lived. I got so tired of the delulu fans, I don't watch K-pop anymore. II only watch the Drams now.