5 Most Famous K-Pop Idols from Outside Korea in the Last Decade

Kapanlagi.com - The K-Pop industry has experienced rapid development in the last decade. Not only recruiting young talents from Korea, but also inviting talents from abroad. This is what makes K-Pop continue to grow globally.

Interestingly, among the many international trainees or those from outside Korea, there are quite a few who have successfully debuted and reached worldwide popularity with their groups.

A study was recently conducted by the Korean entertainment industry. Relying on data from Google Analytics, it was finally revealed, here are a series of the most famous K-Pop idols from outside Korea in the last decade. Who are they?

1. Lisa BLACKPINK

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First there is Lisa BLACKPINK who can be said to be now known to the public almost worldwide. Moreover, as time goes by, BLACKPINK is no longer just an ordinary K-Pop group, but a top K-Pop idol whose name is known globally.

Not only that, personally, Lisa also has a charming visual and charisma. Her dancing ability often receives praise. This K-Pop idol from Thailand has also succeeded in a solo career as a judge and public figure on various TV shows, including in China.

With a high brand reputation, Lisa also has a great influence on social media. It is no wonder that she has been appointed as a brand ambassador for luxury brands worldwide.

No wonder in the past decade Lisa has received the highest search volume on Google search engine, with a percentage of 26.3% via Google Analytics.

2. Tzuyu TWICE

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Her perfect beauty makes Tzuyu the main focus every time people see TWICE. This Taiwanese K-Pop idol's visuals are no joke. Her charm is able to mesmerize every fan's eyes.

Moreover, TWICE has gained continuously increasing popularity since their debut. Even as a K-Pop girl group, what TWICE has achieved is truly extraordinary. This JYP Entertainment rookie K-Pop idol is also one of the most successful girl groups in album sales history.

It's no wonder that with TWICE's skyrocketing fame, Tzuyu also directly experiences its impact as a member. She has gained a popularity of 16.1% via Google Analytics, as a non-Korean K-Pop idol who has been highly searched on Google search engine in the past 10 years.

3. Jessica Former Girls Generation

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Interestingly, in the third place, the K-Pop idol from outside Korea who is very popular in Google search engine in the last 10 years is Jessica. The former Girls Generation member obtained a percentage of 10.4% via Google Analytics.

This K-Pop idol from the United States ended her career with Girls Generation in 2014. However, her name continues to shine as Jessica Jung successfully ventures into her fashion business. She is also considered successful in her solo career as a singer.

Her captivating visuals make Jessica frequently chosen as a model for famous magazine covers. She is also an actress. With a wealth of talent and her active involvement in the entertainment industry, Jessica's name has not faded as a K-Pop idol from outside Korea who is very popular in the last decade.

4. Jackson GOT7

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Jackson is very talented. His visuals as a K-Pop idol are also unquestionable. This GOT7 member is also actively pursuing a solo career, as a singer, dancer, rapper, and producer.

Not only that, as a K-Pop idol from Hong Kong, Jackson does not limit his career to Korea alone. He is also active in his work abroad, both in his own country, China, and in the American market.

In terms of personality, Jackson is also a typical humble and sociable public figure. His proficiency in English is a great asset for expanding his connections in the international world.

Furthermore, besides music, Jackson is also active in modeling. His face has graced various famous magazines multiple times. He has also been chosen as a brand ambassador for luxury products. Jackson also has his own record label called Team Wang.

The immense support from fans in China, Korea, and abroad has ultimately made Jackson's popularity as a K-Pop idol from outside Korea so significant in the last decade. He obtained a percentage of 8% based on Google Analytics data.

5. Luhan Former EXO

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Last but not least, there is Luhan. This former member of EXO has caught the attention of many since his debut. Not only does he have a captivating visual, but his cool singing ability also makes many people not hesitate to become his fans.

Unfortunately, Luhan did not have a long career as a K-Pop idol. He decided to leave EXO in 2014. This Chinese member continued his successful career as a singer and actor in his country.

However, Luhan's popularity cannot be denied on Google search engine. Although he only focuses on his career in China, Google Analytics data proves that he managed to achieve a 6.2% percentage as a K-Pop idol from outside Korea, which has been highly searched in the past decade.

Well, those are some K-Pop idols from outside Korea who are very popular based on Google Analytics data in the past 10 years. Among all those K-Pop idols, do you have any favorite, KLovers?

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