The Korean wave, often known as Hallyu, is undeniably a worldwide phenomenon. Every aspect of this nation is adored by people around the world, whether it be its pop music, dramas, fashion, or cuisine. Since we adore K-pop so much, let's explore some of the most iconic moments in Kpop.
1. BTS Grammys Nomination
BTS, one of the renowned bands of South Korea and the leading cause of the Hallyu wave, has never failed to make their country feel proud. BTS was the first ever Korean band to be nominated for Grammys. After the release of their song Dynamite in 2020, the band was nominated for Grammys in 2021 for the best pop group performance.
2. Zico Any-Song Challenge
Zico, initially named Woo Ji-ho, is a famous South-Korean singer, rapper, song-writer, and producer. The artist released his song “Any-song” as a part of his album Random Box. The song became a sensation on the internet as the artist posted videos on the music with prominent artists like Hwasa and Chungha performing the hook steps of the song. It slowly became a famous dance trend followed by various other artists.
3. Kai’s First Solo Debut
Kim Jong-in, professionally known as Kai, is a prominent South-Korean singer, dancer, actor, model, and a member of the popular boy band EXO. Kai is praised by his fans a lot for his incredible dance moves. The popular artist released his first solo mini album in 2020, with his title track Mmmh. The song was a major surprise for all his fans, as everyone saw a different Avatar of Kai; all his fans and various other stars were enchanted with the song, his stunning choreography, and iconic fashion.
4. Sunmi And Taemin’s Performance
Lee Sun-mi known by her stage name Sunmi, is a South-Korean singer, songwriter, and a former member of the girl group Wonder Girls. Whereas, Taemin initially named Lee Tae-min, is also a South-Korean singer, dancer, actor, and a member of the Boy-band SHINee. The stars went viral on the internet after their iconic performance at the 2017 MAMA. Their fantastic stage presence and bold chemistry stole the show and blew up on the internet as the fans went crazy about it.
5. Itzy Ryunjin Shoulder Dance
Ryunjin is a famous South-Korean singer, rapper, and a member of the girl group Itzy. The artist went viral on social-media trends after her shoulder dance in the 2020 song Wannabe by Itzy. The song, especially her part of the song, became an internet sensation, followed by millions of fans on the internet as they shared their take on the music and tried the popular move.
6. Hwasa’s Maria
Hwasa or Ahn Hyejin is a renowned South-Korean rapper, singer, and member of the Girl group Mamamoo. Hwasa, popularly known for breaking Korean beauty standards and slaying her boldest style impressed her fans again with her 2020 extended play Maria, which expresses her experience as an idol and a part of the industry. The song, including the choreography, was so popular at the time and was also used in a famous K-drama True Beauty.
7. Jimin’s Filter Performance
Park Jimin is one of the most popular South-Korean singers and a member of one of the renowned bands, BTS. The famous artist gave his fans an unexpected surprise; the 27-year-old artist performed his solo song Filter from the BTS album Map of the Soul On, at the first-ever online concert of the band in 2020. The artist mesmerized everyone with his bold and seductive dancing. Jimin quickly changed into three different costumes while performing. His new Avatar stunned and wowed the entire BTS fanbase. One of the most famous performances in history, this one has cemented its position in K-pop history.
8. Jungkook’s Gift To The Army
Jeon Jungkook, the youngest singer of BTS and the Maknae, released an unofficial, self-composed, and produced song named Still With You in 2020. The non-profit song was the part of BTS 2020 Festa. It was released as a gift for the Armies (BTS fans) on Soundcloud. Jungkook’s this release became an iconic moment as it holds a very strong emotional part in his and his fans heart.
9. K-Pop At Met Gala
Our favorite stars never fail to set standards and make their country proud; Korean pop culture is already all over the world. So as Korean Fashion, our proud girls, CL and Rose became the first female Korean pop artists to represent the country at Met Gala in 2021.
10. PSY’s Comeback
When it comes to the most iconic moments, how can we forget our Korean Hallyu icon PSY, From Gangnam style to Gentlemen, he never fails to give us hits. One of his recent 2022 comebacks became another most iconic moment, as the artist came up with his new album PSY 9th while collaborating with our rapping master Suga from BTS on the song That-That. The song marked another trend in the industry, as his fans went crazy about the song, especially the music video.
