Article: Top 10 Korean Artists With National Titles

1. IU

Lee Ji-Eun, popularly known as IU, is a South Korean singer, actress, songwriter, and record producer. She debuted at the age of 15 as a solo artist under LOEN entertainment. IU is one of the most loved K-pop idols, therefore was also given the national title of Nations Little Sister.

 

2. Bae Suzy

Bae Su-ji popularly known by her stage name Bae Suzy, is a 28-year-old South-Korean singer, model, and actress. She debuted under JYP Entertainment as a member of the girl group Miss A. Bae Suzy is a renowned actress; after her debut in her acting career, she gained the title of Nations First Love and Nation’s Sweetheart.

 

3. Park Bo Gum

Park Bo-Gum is a prominent South Korean actor. He is popularly known for his role in various Korean Dramas like Reply 1988, Love in the Moonlight, Hello Monster, etc. Due to his fabulous on-screen presence and extravagant acting skills in adopting roles from different genres, Bo-gum has hailed several national titles, such as ‘Nations Younger Brother, Nations Crown Prince, and Nations Man of Good Influence.’

 

4. Jun Ji Hyun

Jun Ji Hyun is an eminent South-Korean actress. The 40-years-old actress is famous for her comedy roles in several Korean Dramas like the Legends of the Blue Sea, and My Love from the Star. She has received various prominent awards in the Entertainment industry. She is one of the most loved actresses in Industry and has gained the title of Nation’s First Love.

 

5. Eric Nam

Eric Nam is a popular television personality in South Korea, He is an American singer, rapper, and songwriter. In 2012, Eric signed in with B2M Entertainment company and debuted as a solo artist. Eric has achieved a lot, as his name was been considered in the 2017 list of Forbes 30 under 30 Asia and the Global trending artist on the rise in 2019. He has also gained the title of ‘Nations Boyfriend.’

 

6. Yeo Jin Goo

The 25-year-old South Korean actor Yeo Jin Goo. He is a preeminent actor who has devotedly worked for the industry since he was a child. He is often called the ‘Nations little brother’ as he was cast as the younger version of the lead characters in various shows. Yeo Jin is known for his lead roles in dramas like Hotel Del Luna, The Crowned Clown, Beyond Evil, etc.

 

7. Rain

Jung Ji-Hoon, known by his stage name Rain, is a famous South Korean singer, actor, dancer, songwriter, and record producer. He had the title of ‘Nation’s thief’ as he tied knot with one of the most admirable Korean actresses. also called the Korean goddess Kim Tae Hee.

 

8. BTS

Bangtan Boys, most commonly known as BTS, is a South Korean boy band consisting of seven members, RM (the leader), Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, Taehyung, and Jungkook. The band debuted under Big Hit Entertainment back in 2013. BTS has established a global image and has represented and promoted Korean music and culture worldwide. Therefore, it is also known as the ‘Nations Boy Group.’

 

9. Girls’ Generation

Girls Generation is a South Korean Girl group also known as SNSD. The group debuted in 2007 under SM Entertainment. It consisted of nine members, Tiffany, Taeyeon, Sunny, Hyoyeon, Yuri, Yoona, Seohyun, Sooyoung and Jessica, but in 2014 Jessica departed, leaving it as an eight-membered group. The group and its members has been considered to be one of the most famous figures in the industry, due to which they are often called as ‘Nation’s girl group.’

 

10. EXO

EXO is a nine membered South Korean-Chinese band consisting of Xiumin, Suho, Lay, Chen, Baekhyun, D.O., Sehun, and Kai. The boy band debuted under SM Entertainment back in 2011, with twelve members in total, but they soon departed. The Korean government officially gave the title of ‘Nations Pick’ to EXO in 2018, after the tremendous success of the group on the Korean as well as Global platforms.