South Korean pop has taken over the world since the COVID-19 pandemic. While bands like BTS and BLACKPINK have made a mark worldwide, the K-pop industry’s growth stalled in 2024 as it faces headwinds.
Editor’s Note: A new episode of “The Whole Story: K-Pop: A Star is Made,” following a group of teen girls’ journey to becoming idols and much more airs Sunday, January 5th at 8pm ET on CNN. Seven ...