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Struggling from Scratch, These K-Pop Idols Successfully Build Their Agencies to Greatness Together

Struggling from Scratch, These K-Pop Idols Successfully Build Their Agencies to Greatness Together

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Struggling from Scratch, These K-Pop Idols Successfully Build Their Agencies to Greatness Together

Agencies play a significant role in the development of K-Pop idols' careers. Budget, network, and overall good company reputation can provide a smooth start to their artistic journey. But this does not apply to some celebrities who grew up in small agencies. Instead of getting support from their labels, these K-Pop artists actually built their agencies from scratch. Let's take a look!

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It's no secret that BTS became trainees at BigHit Entertainment when the company was struggling financially. They had limited staff, budget, and connections.

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Regardless of that, these seven idols worked hard and eventually became one of the biggest artists in the world. With BTS's success, BigHit Entertainment also grew and developed into an entertainment conglomerate named Hybe Corporation.

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When MAMAMOO debuted in 2014, they truly had nothing except for their exceptional musicality and skills. They were the first artists to debut under RBW Entertainment.

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MAMAMOO's success not only elevated their own name, but also made RBW a successful label with larger buildings and many subsidiaries.

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IU made her debut in 2008 under LEON Entertainment. At that time, IU and her company were not well-known to the public. However, thanks to her great success as a soloist and actress, LEON Entertainment also reached the peak.

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In 2020, IU left her label and joined the newly established EDAM Entertainment, which was started by her longtime manager. Similar to her previous company, EDAM also benefited from IU's success.

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When GFRIEND debuted in 2015, they were the only artists under Source Music. Despite the company having very limited funds, both parties were able to skyrocket thanks to GFRIEND's exceptional talent.

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In 2019, GFRIEND remained the biggest artist under the label when Hybe Corporation acquired Source Music, until they eventually disbanded in 2021.

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Although Pledis Entertainment had many artists under its wing before SEVENTEEN's debut, it can be said that they were the ones who brought excellence and financial stability to the company.

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Although they have to work with a tight budget, SEVENTEEN, who has great musicality, managed to reach the top. In 2020, Pledis was acquired by Hybe Corporation.

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Chung Ha is the first artist to debut under MNH Entertainment.

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After gaining great popularity through Produce 48 and I.O.I, Chung Ha started her journey as a soloist and became a top artist in the industry.