5 Pairs of K-pop Idols Who Are Actually Cousins – Do They Resemble Each Other?
These five pairs of gorgeous K-pop idols who are cousins prove their "idol genes" with their visuals.
In K-pop, several pairs of idols are siblings, such as the iconic "Jung Sisters" f(x) Krystal and former SNSD Jessica, NCT Doyoung and 5urprise's Gong Myung, as well as VICTON's Seung Woo and former Secret Sun Hwa.
This, however, makes some wonder sometimes if there are idols who are cousins. Are you also curious? Well, you're in the right place!
Here Are 5 Pairs of Idols Who Are Cousins:
1. SNSD Yuri and TRI.BE Songsun
Prior to TRI.BE debut in February 2021, rookie idol Songsun attracted attention for her visuals that resemble Girls' Generation's Yuri. They could even pass as sisters!
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Shockingly, Songsun confirmed that she's actually related to the senior idol during the group's debut conference with the press! The rookie star shared that Yuri is her first cousin, and the SNSD's "Black Pearl" also confirmed it by giving Songsun and the group her support following their debut.
2. BTS Jin and Everglow Sihyeon
Although this is yet to be confirmed by the BTS member himself, K-pop fans, particularly "Forever" (EVERGLOW fandom), claimed that the two stars are cousins.
According to an article, the EVERGLOW members reportedly mentioned that Sihyeon is a cousin of the global male star.
Can you see their resemblance?
3. Ex-MOMOLAND Taeha and JYJ Junsu
Some fans may still not know, but former MOMOLAND Taeha is actually a cousin of Junsu, a former TVXQ and JYJ member. It was revealed when Taeha joined Mnet's "Produce 101" before her debut and the male icon sent his support.
They were known for their close relationship, as the two often shared photos together whenever they are supporting each other's activities or schedules.
4. TWICE Jeongyeon and KARD Somin
TWICE Jeongyeon is known for having a celebrity sister, actress Seungyeon, but the sisters still have another family member in the entertainment scene, and it is none other than KARD Somin.
In an interview in 2018, Somin told International BNT that she is close to Jeongyeon as aside from having the same age, they have a special connection.
In fact, the two are distant cousins, and she revealed that "Jeongyeon is the niece of my father’s younger brother’s wife."
5. WINNER Mino and Gun
Rapper Song Gun Hee, also known as Gun, is the younger cousin of WINNER Song Mino. They are close since childhood, and he revealed that the WINNER member is actually the one who got him into rapping.
Indeed, their similarities are uncanny – from their swag, visuals and talents!
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Written by Eunice Dawson
