Forbes Korea’s list of the 40 Most Influential Korean Celebrities captures the dynamic mix of talent present in Korea’s entertainment and sports industries. From the phenomenon of viral K-pop groups to sports heroes, here is the list of 40 stars.
1- BLACKPINK
BLACKPINK remain the undisputed queens of K-Pop, continuing to reign on the global music scene.
2- Son Heung Min
On the football field, Son shines like a star and proudly represents South Korea internationally.
3- NewJeans
There’s no way the sensation of the newest, already highly successful girl group is missing from this list.
4- Kim Min Jae
Known for his role at Bayern Munich FC, Kim’s talent and influence are undeniable, making him worthy of the fourth spot.
5- Lim Young Woong
Lim has certainly captured the hearts of the nation with his voice, so it’s no surprise that he’s in fifth place.
6- Lee Jung Hoo
The baseball prodigy has been attracting attention for quite some time thanks to his impressive, headline-grabbing statistics.
7- Jimin de BTS
The BTS member sits proudly in seventh position after impressing fans with his solo album over the past year.
8- Lee Kang In
Another football prodigy proudly representing South Korea on the French football scene.
9- Jungkook from BTS
The second BTS member on the list, Jungkook dominated South Korea last year with several hit singles.
10- IVE
IVE’s rise to the top has been unprecedented! Is anyone surprised they made the top 10?
11- Cha Eunwoo
Singing, acting, always looking stunning… Is there anything Cha Eunwoo can’t do?
12- Jang Min Ho
As a beloved figure in the Korean trotting scene, it makes sense that Jang would take the 12th spot on this list.
13- Lee Sang Min
One of Korea’s most popular pop stars, known for his quick wit and hilarious jokes!
14- DEX
He managed to break into the Korean entertainment world thanks to his pleasant physique and charming charisma.
15- Ahn Eun Jin
Ahn’s remarkable acting performances deserve a place among the top fifteen on this list.
16- Lee Chan Won
Another popular trotting star, loved by Koreans of all ages.
17- Kim Ho Joong
Since his discharge from the army in 2022, Kim has been enjoying his popularity in the tror music world.
18- Kian84
The webtoon artist has now become a Korean pop star thanks to his participation in “I Live Alone.”
19- Kim Ha Seong
A key athlete who has been performing well in baseball lately makes his way into the top 20!
20- Lee June
The much-loved actor, primarily recognized for his role in King the Landwas absolutely certain to be on this list.
21- Yoo Jaesuk
What more can we add about South Korea’s most popular TV personality?
22- Son Tae Jin
Who hasn’t fallen in love with her voice after listening to “You make me shine”?
11-Uhm Jung Hwa
She has dominated the pop music and film scene for decades. 23rd place is the least Forbes can give it!
24- THE SSERAFIM
After their appearance at Coachella, LE SSERAFIM once again confirms their popularity by ranking in 24th place.
25- YoonA de Girls’ Generation
Going from one of the most popular K-Pop idols to an equally beloved figure in the comedy world, YoonA is relishing her enduring popularity.
26- They Love You
From films full of realism to gripping dramas, Son stands out as one of the most versatile stars Korea has to offer.
27- Lee Seung Gi
He sings, he acts and he charms. What are his limits ?
28- Namkoong Min
Known for his ability to blend into his roles, he is truly a “chameleon” in the Korean acting landscape.
29- Young Tak
Another trotting favorite! His melodies are timeless and soon his name will be too.
30- IU
Perhaps the most popular singer-songwriter in South Korea, the nation’s darling ranks 30th.
31- Park Eun Bin
Through her remarkable acting, Park brought a lot of pride to her country
32- Ryu Hyun Jin
He leaves his mark on history, one match at a time.
33- Lim Ji Yeon
His role in The Glory may have cemented her reputation in the Korean cinematic landscape, but she has always been a star!
34- Lee Se Young
In both historical K-dramas and contemporary stories, Lee always shines.
35- Sung Si Kyung
Many Korean netizens expressed that his voice gave the feeling of a warm blanket on a cold night.
36- Go Youn Jung
One of the freshest faces in the world of K-Dramas and who left a very lasting impression!
37- Park Ji Hyun
Although she is still new to the field, she is already attracting attention!
38- Jeong Dongwon
Although Jeong is quite young, his voice and soul seem as old as trotting.
39- Park Seo Jin
Park quickly became a fan favorite thanks to his participation in I am a Trot Singer et Mr. Trot !
40- Shin Hye Sun
Such a versatile actress, capable of making us laugh and cry, could never be missing from a list like this.
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2024-04-30 14:20:03
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