I’ve noticed how in 4th gen, and in the entertainment industry in general, pretty much all idols come from rich families. In the past there were idols like Sunmi, Taehyung, or IU who came from less fortunate backgrounds yet still pursued music. Nowadays I feel like it’s just not a thing anymore. And it’s not only idols from big companies, but also smaller companies have only people who come from wealthy families. Of course the trainee lifestyle is hard to manage if your family isn’t wealthy, but idk I love an inspiring rags to riches story. They also have the best personalities and just hearing how well they take care of their families once they’ve succeed always pulls at my heartstrings. 
[PC stories/KPOP takes] BECOMING AN IDOL AS A POOR PERSON IS A THING OF THE PAST
-
-
-
It’s understandable if small companies prefer rich trainees but big 4 shouldn’t be so greedy. Big 4 also generally don’t require paying off trainee debt so you would think they are more likely to care more about talent but they are too greedy to care also. Frankly treating people like disposable products is the biggest issue with the kpop industry. The companies don’t value idols as individuals so why would individual talent/ability matter. They can just train you to sing and dance halfway decently and buy some plastic surgery and fans will eat it up.
-
-
-
Moderator
Moved the thread from forum K-News & Releases to forum K-Lounge.
Participate now!
Don’t have an account yet? Register yourself now and be a part of our community!
