AOA Leader Bullying, Here are 7 Other K-Pop Leaders Who Care for Their Members - Royal to Members

Kapanlagi.com - Currently, there is a lot of discussion about Jimin, the former leader of AOA, who is known to have bullied her own members for 10 years. This was revealed after Mina, who is also a former AOA member, stated on her social media that she was a victim of bullying by AOA's leader. Of course, this shocked the public, especially AOA fans.

K-Pop fans know that the success of a K-Pop group does not only come from the agency, but also from the members who must be united. Many groups eventually disband because of lack of unity or because the leader decides to pursue a solo career. The role of a K-Pop leader is indeed very important for each group, and a dedicated leader can sustain a group for a long time.

And of course, these K-Pop leaders play a crucial role in keeping their groups together for 5 years or more. Who are these leaders who show great care and fight for their groups and members? According to various sources, here are 7 K-Pop leaders who are attentive and work hard for their groups and members. Let's check them out.

1. Jihyo TWICE

Jihyo TWICE (credit: TWICE Fan Page)

The first K-Pop leader who successfully gives attention and manages members very well is Jihyo TWICE. Unlike other K-Pop groups that have older leaders, it's not the case with TWICE. This group chose Jihyo as the leader, and of course Jihyo can play the role very well. TWICE fans surely agree that Jihyo is a very caring leader.

There are many moments where it can be seen how Jihyo takes good care of the members. She will make sure whether the member is complete or provide something needed by the members. Having a sweet smile and a caring attitude, it's understandable why Jihyo was chosen by the members to be the leader of TWICE. This is also proven after 5 years, Jihyo is still able to embrace the members to strengthen each other.

2. S.coups Seventeen

S.coups Seventeen (credit: Naver x Dispatch)

The second K-Pop leader who successfully attracts attention and manages members very well is S.coups Seventeen. Being a leader for 13 members is certainly not an easy task, but S.coups Seventeen seems to be able to do it well. Debuting in 2015, Seventeen has become one of the K-Pop idols who has also survived for 5 years.

Although known for having a cold face, S.coups is a very caring leader, KLovers. This is proven by how the other Seventeen members call S.coups their father. It's because of his disciplined attitude, S.coups will wake up on time and wake up other members firmly. However, the Seventeen members also say that S.coups pays attention to small things like eating, rest time, and personal hygiene.

Even this leader is not hesitant to show his emotional side in front of fans. In a fan meeting titled Seventeen In Carat Land, S.coups shed tears and expressed his gratitude for supporting Seventeen until now. Wow, this leader is really sweet.

3. Irene Red Velvet

Irene Red Velvet (credit: Naver x Dispatch)

Irene Red Velvet becomes a K-Pop leader who also succeeds in giving love and attention to the members. Many know that Irene is a very caring and motherly leader to the Red Velvet members. This girl band, which debuted in 2014, has managed to maintain their good reputation for 6 years and continues to exist until now. Many sweet moments have been captured on camera, showing how Irene takes care of and pays attention to small things for the Red Velvet members.

Some of these moments include when Seulgi felt cold and Irene promptly gave her a blanket. Another member, Joy, said that Irene is a good listener. She will listen to all the members' confessions very well, but she never expresses her own feelings to the other members. Irene also likes to carry other members' belongings and often gives food and drinks that she brings herself.

Not only that, Irene will calmly point out the mistakes of the Red Velvet members and listen to their opinions very well. That's why fans and Red Velvet members love Irene so much.

4. RM BTS

RM BTS (credit: Naver x Dispatch)

RM BTS became a K-Pop leader who successfully led his members. The charisma and determination possessed by RM made him chosen to be a leader and achieve success. RM showed great dedication to BTS, even when J-Hope left the group before debut, RM tried his best to keep him. He believed that J-Hope was also an important part of BTS's success.

Not only that, RM is also the face of BTS. It can be seen from his eloquent speeches and his proficiency in English. He did his best during promotions in America to ensure that BTS was well-received. That's why even after 7 years, RM can still lead his friends to continue fighting in the entertainment industry.

5. Suho EXO

Suho EXO (credit: OSEN)

K-Pop leader who also successfully gives attention and manages members very well is Suho EXO. EXO fans surely agree that Suho is a kind-hearted and resilient leader. This was proven when, during an event, Suho received an award alone because EXO was facing a big problem at that time. But even so, Suho remained resilient and accepted the award with a calm and happy face.

It is known that Suho is also very generous with the members, he will buy food when the members feel hungry. Not only that, Suho is also known as a patient person. He will wake up the EXO members for training sessions tirelessly, and deliver many speeches well to represent his friends.

6. Leeteuk Super Junior

Leeteuk Super Junior (credit: Naver x Dispatch)

Leeteuk Super Junior is one of the K-Pop leaders who has successfully taken care of Super Junior very well. Having worked for 15 years until now, Leeteuk never gets tired of being a leader for Super Junior. Many Super Junior members admit that if it wasn't for Leeteuk being their leader, the group might have disbanded long ago.

In an episode of Super Junior's show SJ RETURN, Leeteuk once shared that he was called by a superior from SM Entertainment. The superior clearly stated that if the album at that time didn't sell well, Super Junior would disband. Hearing that, Leeteuk felt devastated, but he tried hard to hold himself together and continued to lead the members to work even harder. And they successfully overcame that challenge.

Leeteuk has fought a lot for Super Junior behind the scenes, without the knowledge of the members or fans. He even managed to remain polite and patient despite carrying a heavy burden. Leeteuk's success as a leader has enabled Super Junior to succeed and have their own management for all the activities they want to do.

7. Eric SHINHWA

Eric SHINHWA (credit: Special)

And the last K-pop leader who successfully took care of his members is Eric SHINHWA. It's been 22 years since 1998, they have become one of the K-Pop idol groups that still exist until now. SHINHWA even has their own company for their careers, and this is certainly because of the leader's role in always keeping the group together even after 22 years.

SHINHWA member, Lee Min Woo, said that SHINHWA's success is also because of Eric's support. Even when Eric became a commercial star, he gave his income to SHINHWA members. Eric is the one who always firmly maintains SHINHWA until an indefinite time. When celebrating SHINHWA's 20th anniversary, the members shared a story where they could have continued their contract with SM Entertainment. But if they continued, Dongwan would have to leave SHINHWA.

This was strongly opposed by Eric, the leader, and he decided to switch agencies so that the SHINHWA members could continue. It is proven that, even after 22 years, SHINHWA still exists as a senior K-Pop idol.

Those are the 7 best K-Pop leaders who can be role models not only for the members but also for the fans. They can also become a great force, allowing a group to survive very well in the entertainment industry, not only in Korea but also internationally.

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