5 Idols Who Became English Speakers in the Group, RM BTS - Wendy Red Velvet

Kapanlagi.com - K-Pop idols are currently gaining worldwide popularity with their music that is loved by many people. It is not surprising that their music is becoming more global. Therefore, they not only need to be friendly with fans, but they also need to be able to speak in various languages.

English speaker is usually required because English is a universal language in the world. Some idols are not only talented, but also known to be fluent in English and always relied upon in the group. Who are they?

1. Lia ITZY

Lia ITZY (credit: JYP Entertainment)

Lia is the main vocalist in ITZY. She has an English name, Julia Choi. The name Lia comes from her English name, Julia, given by her aunt. She used to live in Canada, so it's not surprising that she can speak Korean and English.

2. Rose BLACKPINK

Rose BLACKPINK (credit: YG Entertainment)

BLACKPINK is known as a globally popular girl group due to their always spectacular works. Their fans are not only from Asia but also from other continents such as Europe, America, and Australia. One of their members, Rose BLACKPINK, was born in Auckland, New Zealand, and grew up in Melbourne, Australia.

In several interviews, Rose appears to be fluent in directing her friends to answer questions in English. However, Jennie, Lisa, and Jisoo are also skilled in using English.

3. Wendy Red Velvet

Wendy Red Velvet (credit:

Wendy Red Velvet is always relied upon as the English speaker in her group. She is often fluent in speaking and working on her English. She has also lived in the United States. This Red Velvet member is also known for frequently doing Western song covers.

4. Rap Monster BTS

RM BTS (credit: Big Hit Entertainment)

Rap Monster is a BTS member who is fluent in English. He has given a speech at the United Nations General Assembly. He appears firm and fluent in expressing his opinions. In an interview on the ELLEN SHOW, despite being born and raised in Korea, he admitted to learning English self-taught. At the age of 14, he often watched the TV series FRIENDS with English subtitles.

5. Mark NCT

Mark NCT (credit: NAVER x Dispatch)

Lastly there is Mark NCT who is also skilled in English. When he was still young, he was selected as a trainee for SM Entertainment through SM's global audition in Canada. Being born and raised in Canada, Mark is fluent in both Korean and English. Besides being skilled in English, he is also known as a multi-talented member.

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