10 K-pop Artists Who Went Viral in 2023 So Far: FIFTY FIFTY, Kwon Eunbi, More!
It's not an overexaggerating thing to say that all K-pop idols are capable of standing out in their own way. While 2023 is just about to begin the second course of its year, most idols have gone through so many viral moments that generated a lot of buzz.
However, during its first half, some idols displayed that "viral" factor that earned them a special place on everyone's hearts. This took many forms, may it be from artistic expression, variety skills showcasing, accomplishing feats, or on the contrary, reveals of scalding hot issues.
Here are 10 K-pop artists who went viral in 2023's first half!
1. FIFTY FIFTY
Among all fourth-gen groups who achieved that instant domination with a song alone, FIFTY FIFTY is indeed THAT rookie girl group. The quartet, composed of members Sio, Aran, Saena, and Keena, took over music charts and social media with the dreamy track "Cupid."
While many legal obstacles were thrown at them during their peaking moment, it doesn't make their virality lesser, as they're one of the fastest K-pop girl groups to achieve an international presence outside domestic areas.
2. Kwon Eunbi
Prior to becoming a soloist, Eunbi has always had a fanbase behind her, which formed during her "Produce" days and IZ*ONE era. When the latter disbanded due to a limited contract, Eunbi then became a soloist, and one of K-pop's best ones.
This year 2023, Eunbi went viral for her Waterbomb performances, solidifying her title as "Waterbomb Queen."
3. BLACKPINK Jisoo
Jisoo went viral this 2023 because of her dating reveal with actor Ahn Bo Hyun. This is an unexpected news that shook the entire K-pop community due to its suddenness.
4. BTS Jungkook
BTS's "Golden Maknae" Jungkook made history this 2023 with his first official solo track "Seven." The song broke charts after charts, especially in Billboard, and is still being talked about until this day.
5. NewJeans
With their fresh music, youthful personalities, and captivating MVs, NewJeans took the 4th generation's gear to the next level this 2023. The quintet also went viral for their first-ever U.S. performance at the Lollapalooza 2023, where they effortlessly became the event's main highlight.
6. EXO
EXO garnered serious buzz this 2023 due to their highly anticipated return to the K-pop scene with seventh full-length album "EXIST."
7. BLACKPINK Lisa
Lisa earned lots of attention with her sizzling green bikini photos during a holiday trip! The maknae was also entangled with dating rumors with TAG Heuer CEO Frederic Arnault.
8. TWICE Jihyo
ONCEs know how each of TWICE's members truly deserve their own solos, but Jihyo is definitely the most worthy, given how long she had worked with JYP Entertainment.
This 2023, the K-pop community went nuts with the news of Jihyo's upcoming solo debut with 'ZONE' and title track 'Killin' Me Good.'
9. SEVENTEEN Joshua
Joshua of SEVENTEEN is one of the idols being currently discussed and criticized in online forums nowadays, due to his alleged romantic relationship with model and influencer Cho Mi Young, his rumored girlfriend.
10. Jeon Somi
Somi, who has just made her comeback with album "GAME PLAN" and title track "Fast Forward," went viral for her fun listening party. This included numerous popular K-pop artists, who proved Somi's "boring" party allegations wrong!
Moreover, Somi also gained the attention of netizens for her playful and direct kiss with HyunA, who now appeared to be close with the "XOXO" singer.
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