K-pop groups are known to shine collectively with their chemistry, closeness, and how much they love their fans. Each group contains members who complement each other's strengths while shaping the group itself to its best state in terms of music and identity.

However, while each member plays a role, there's always that one member fans can't imagine being excluded from the group due to their pivotal position or contribution.

Here are 10 K-pop idols who can't be replaced in their groups!

1. (G)I-DLE Soyeon

Soyeon didn't just gain popularity from her unrivaled talent in rap, but she's also well-loved for her creativity, passion for producing, and her leadership in (G)I-DLE. Neverlands can never imagine (G)I-DLE without Soyeon, and that says how much she's valued.

2. EXO Kai

Kai's one of the best dancers out there in the K-pop industry. While all EXO members are capable of shining on their own, it would still be difficult for fans to imagine the group without their "World Class Performer."

3. TWICE Jihyo

TWICE would also have difficulties if Jihyo wasn't there. Apart from her leadership, it would be difficult to digest if Jihyo wasn't there for their performances, as she adds a touch of dominating energy in their stages.

4. BTS RM

As BTS's leader, RM is also the fluent English speaker for the group. While BTS would still receive love from all around the world, thanks to the passionate ARMYs, the group still feels incomplete without its steadfast leader.

Moreover, RM is also one of the industry's rappers with a distinct vocal tone, which is evident in his poetic and sincere execution through their songs.

5. ITZY Ryujin

In the fourth-gen, Ryujin is one of the rare idols that can naturally emit a girl crush appeal and with ITZY's hard-hitting concept, it would be hard to imagine the group without their center. That alone is a fact.

6. LE SSERAFIM Huh Yunjin

Yunjin also plays an important role in the group, in both variety and performance-wise. She is also fluent in English, which is useful when promoting internationally.

Furthermore, she is also valuable in music production, as Yunjin often showcases her passion for songwriting and composing.

7. IVE Jang Wonyoung

Wonyoung's presence isn't just vibrant within IVE, but it also extends to the entirety of the K-pop community, and having the group without her is just unimaginable.

8. Red Velvet Irene

Irene's prominence in the industry is not one to be trifled with. Since her reputation for being one of 3rd gen's OG visual and Red Velvet's leader are all there, it would be disastrous to have her excluded from the group.

9. Stray Kids Felix

From vocals, rap, to dance, Stray Kids members are all-rounders in their specialties. However, their songs would be incomplete without Felix, as his characteristically deep voice is one of the highlights of a Stray Kids song.

10. NCT Mark

SM Entertainment really did hit the jackpot when Mark got included in NCT due to his hard work and talent. With his contributions for the group's sub-units, it would be safe to conclude that his inclusion in NCT is highly beneficial.

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Written by Riely Miller