More and more K-pop stars now have Instagram accounts so they can engage with their followers and keep them informed of their day-to-day activities. It provides a fantastic forum for networking with other artists.
Instagram is a more universal platform that gives fans and non-fans alike the chance to get to know and communicate with their idols, whereas South Korean social media networks like VLive, Fancafe, Reverse, and more are made for idols to engage with their fans.
Therefore, the number of followers a K-pop idol has on such widely used social media sites can be used to determine their level of popularity on a global scale.
Jennie
Jennie, a stunning rapper, and singer for BLACKPINK has more than 70 million Instagram followers. Both the music and fashion worlds are noticing the artist. Harper’s Bazaar, W, and Elle, among other well-known fashion publications, have featured Jennie on their covers. The SOLO singer also serves as a brand ambassador for several high-end and fashion companies, like Chanel, Calvin Klein, and others.
Joy
More than 14.3 million people follow Park Soo-young, also known as Joy of Red Velvet, on Instagram. The actor-turned-singer is renowned for her beautiful looks and strong singing. With the release of their album, The ReVe Festival 2022 – Feel My Rhythm, Red Velvet just made a reappearance. In addition to performing with groups, the singer has performed on numerous K-drama OSTs.
Suzy
Suzy, sometimes known as Bae Suzy, was a former member of the girl group Miss A. On Instagram, the actor and singer has more than 18 million followers. Her traits as the girl next door earned her the title of Nation’s First Love. She will also appear in the next song Celeb music video by Psy.
Lisa
The renowned rapper Lisa from BLACKPINK has over 80 million Instagram followers, making her the most popular K-pop celebrity. Lisa, a brand ambassador for Celine, created history when she released her smash hit single MONEY, solidifying her place as a solo artist in the music business.
Hyuna
Over the course of her more than 15 years in the K-pop industry, HyunA has made her debut in more than five different duos and groups, beginning with Wonder Girls. At the moment, she is signed to P NATION, the label of K-pop sensation PSY. She has more than 18.2 million followers on Instagram. The singer-songwriter-rapper and her longtime lover DAWN recently got engaged.