K-POP Bangers
This 2020 Blackpink and Selena Gomez collaboration is a sweet hit!
This K-pop idol was seen crying in "Behind-Illit" episode 2 when she was unable to hit her note in the recording studio. She practiced for hours until she was able to sing it beautifully.
Who is Iroha?
This online platform, often used by K-pop fans to interact with idols and share content, has become a central hub for netizens' opinions, fan theories, and fan art.
What is Weverse?
This 2020 K-drama is an exploration of unfair beauty standards and the things people go through to live up to them.
What is True Beauty?
This Korean word, often used to express gratitude, is one of the most commonly used polite expressions and can be translated as "thank you" in English
What is gamsahamnida?
This 2023 hit was released by New Jeans and talks about feeling nervous around a crush.
What is Super Shy?
This K-pop idol was being bullied by K netizens during a live stream and solved the problem by reporting the accounts.
Who is Kim Wonhee
This term is used when netizens criticize an idol or celebrity for their actions or statements, and the backlash becomes so intense that it can affect the celebrity’s career or social media presence. This often results in them issuing an apology or stepping down temporarily.
What is cancel culture?
In this K-drama, hundreds of poor contestants accept an invitation to compete in children's games with deadly stakes.
What is Squid Game?
This traditional garment known for its vibrant colors and elegant design is typically worn during celebrations, holiday, and ceremonies.
What is Hanbok?
This mini album, released in 2024, features the track "My World" along with other songs like "Lucky Girl Syndrome."
What is Super Real Me?
This K-pop idol defended herself on livestream against bullies who said she was trying to seem "more upper class than she was" because she did not know what the popular Korean dish "Kalguksu" was.
Who is Kim Minji?
This online K-pop fan culture term describes an intense rivalry between fanbases, often leading to heated arguments and online fights across platforms like Twitter and YouTube. It can even result in the disbandment of certain fandoms.
What is "fandom war"?
In this K-drama, a high school becomes ground zero for a virus outbreak.
What is All of Us Are Dead
This unique K-pop term refers to an event where idols interact directly with their fans, often featuring games, Q&A sessions, and live performances. Fans often get to meet their idols in person!
What is a fan sign/fan meet?
This 2020 song released by Stray Kids, is their most streamed song across all platforms and lured new fans in with Felix's iconic deep-voiced line.
What is God's Menu?
This former Big Bang member uses music and art to express himself and raise awareness about the challenges faced by idols in response to the intense bullying he received after appearing in a hit Netflix K drama in 2024.
Who is T.O.P. (Choi Seunghyun)?
This K-pop-related online phenomenon occurs when netizens flood social media with photos, videos, or comments celebrating a particular idol’s birthday, often trending globally on platforms like Twitter. It’s a way to show support and love for their favorite stars
What is a birthday project?
This 2020 K-drama explores the complex realities of young adulthood, often tackling difficult issues like teenage angst, bullying, and identity struggles, making its most inspiring aspect the raw portrayal of young people navigating these challenges, even when the situations seem bleak.
What is Young Adult Matters.
This popular meme, often said by Jeung Yoonchae, contrasts the unwritten table rule in Korea that the younger people at the table must wait to eat until their elders eat first.
What is Mankae eats first?
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This hit line in a Le Sserafim song is a phrase used to describe a group of GIRLS who are participating in activities or behaviors that are typically associated with femininity.
What is "all the girls are girling girling?"
This K-pop idol became an it-girl and "ice queen" after overcoming bullying by K netizens for being a "pick me" when she ate a strawberry with two hands.
Who is Jang Wonyoung?
This term is used to refer to an obsessive fan who invades the privacy (including stalking) of Korean celebrities.
What is Sasaeng
This K-drama, starring Song Hye-kyo, became a topic of debate among netizens for its portrayal of bullying and revenge, with many online discussing the moral lessons it teaches. The show inspired widespread conversations about the effects of high school bullying.
What is The Glory?
In Korea, this street food, often served on a stick, is made from rice cake and fish cake, served in a savory broth. It’s a favorite snack during the cold winter months. It’s also featured in many K-dramas!
What is tteokbokki?