Cross-dressing is the action of dressing up differently from that one's general gender norms. People cross-dress for any shows, events, or disguises. In the modern world, cross-dressing could also mean the deed of expressing oneself, going against gender norms. It could also mean exploring or experimenting with the opposite gender and getting into the role. In the K-Pop, there are times when idols are said to cross-dress to either appear in TV shows or for Halloween events. This article lists the top ten male K-idols in the K-Pop industry who got to cross-dress but still appeared with immense beauty.
1. Heechul
Heechul of Super Junior has cross-dressed almost thirteen times since he debuted in the K-Pop Industry. His outstanding works would be when he dressed up as his fellow company member, Jessica Jung, from the Girls' Generation. From Disney Princesses like Elsa and Anna to China's princess Nie Xiaoqian, from the movie 'A Chinese Ghost Story,' Heechul has played different roles, leaving an impression on everything.
2. Jo Kwon
Jo Kwon of the boy band "2AM" is a master of cross-dressers. He has done many stages and crossed a variety of characters. One of his memorable stages was when he and his fellow friend actor Shim Hyung Tak dressed up as members of the girl band SISTAR. They went up against Girl Generation's Lee Se Young, Sooyoung, and Kwon Hyuk Soo by performing "Touch My Body" by SISTAR.
3. Suho
In 2014, at SMTOWN Concert in Japan, four male idols, including EXO's leader Suho, Shinee's Minho, TVXQ's Changmin, and Super Junior's Kyuhyun cross-dressed and performed on a memorable stage with the song "Something" by Girl's Day. The members dressed in long red dresses, like the girls from Girl's Day, received a warm cheer from the audience. When Suho got interviewed later, he claimed to be the prettiest among the four when cross-dressed.
4. Jinyoung
Jinyoung is an idol and an actor from GOT7. In his recent drama, Yumi Cells, Jinyoung cross-dressed as a beautiful young woman with black hair and a shoulder-length wig. He portrayed a character and talked to the leading female role Yumi. This appearance of Jinyoung made his fans overwhelmed as the idol looked incredibly cool, got immersed in the part, and acted well.
5. Winwin
WayV members Winwin, Hendery, Lucas, Ten, Kun, YangYang, and Xiaojun, cross-dressed as Disney Princesses for their variety show "WayV-ariety" and got the attention of many fans. Winwin dressed up as Cinderella. His members, including him, cross-dressed for his birthday party. They cut the cake, did an eating show, and answered a few questions. The video was fun to watch, and since Winwin was the star of that day, he was exceptionally gorgeous.
6. Lee Know
Lee Know of Stray Kids cross-dressed twice as a beautiful young woman for their variety show, "SKZ-Family." In 2019, he played the role of a newly married wife to Seungmin. He wore a hanbok with a matching wig. Later in 2021, for the same show, he wore a couple's dress with Seungmin and played the role of a woman on the "verge of getting a divorce." Lee Know posted a selfie online with the wig he wore, making the fans go crazy about his looks.
7. Jungwoo
Jungwoo of NCT cross-dressed for SM Entertainment's Halloween Party two times and left everyone speechless. In 2018, Jungwoo dressed up as Rose from the film "The Titanic." Cosmic Girls' Seola has done the same cosplay before, and fans were surprised to see Jungwoo and Seola are more look-alikes. In 2021, he dressed up as Bella Swan from Twilight and matched with Taeyong, who dressed up as Edward Cullen.
8. Xion
Xion is a vocalist and the maknae of ONEUS. He dressed as Snow White for a Halloween event in their variety show ONEUS DO IT. He was the only cross-dresser that day and looked gorgeous. Xion was sitting in only one place in the show, talking and eating. But still, his character left a good impression on his fans, who found him cute and beautiful.
9. Kevin
Kevin from THE BOYZ dressed up as Cruella from Disney, who left everyone in awe when he attended the Halloween party that day. He also performed their song Maverick in their Halloween costumes. His dresses and make-up were too detailed, and fans were happy that Kevin fit the role perfectly.
10. Seokhwa
Seokhwa is the leading vocalist of the boyband Wei under OUI Entertainment. He dressed up the famous Korean drama series on Netflix, Sweet Home's female lead Myung Sook. The character is a mother due, in an accident, lost her baby. Seokhwa came to the Halloween party with a stroller and a plushie toy in it.
