What Makes a “True Fan”?

In my previous post, I talked about how much fans should love their idols before it becomes unhealthy. And I also talked a bit about how sometimes I think that I myself am not ‘worthy of being called a fan’, simply because I am not always up-to-date with everything that goes on with my favorite groups. So how much love should a fan show in order to be considered a “true fan”? Continue reading

How Much Should We Hate Sasaeng Fans?

With the recent incident of Baekhyun’s brother’s wedding (a quick Google search will spawn many results, though I’m sure most of you have heard by now), I’m sure you all know what sasaeng fans are. (For those who do not know the name, they are basically obsessive fans who stalk their idols in the most horrible ways. Sound familiar?) Some fans have gone as far as to sleep outside the dorms of their idols, hit their idols so that they could be remembered, attempt kidnappings, and more. And I’m sure all of you have felt immense anger and hatred towards these people for ruining your idols’ lives. Continue reading

5 Easy Steps to Becoming a Kpop Idol

Ever watch your favorite Kpop idols on YouTube or TV? Ever watch them singing and dancing with such ease that you wished to follow? Ever sigh as you watch them smile smiles that shine as bright as the camera flashes that follow them to their doorsteps the sun and all the money that their entertainment companies take from them the moon?

Ever wish you could be like them?

Well, look no further! Here are 5 easy steps you can take so that you, too, can become a Kpop idol! Continue reading