The K-Pop industry continues to flourish and expand these past few years. As the love and support from the public grows its reach across the globe, it is not surprising why South Korean entertainment persists in debuting new groups and bands in moving forward.
Since the apparent rise of the sector, AllKpop reported that there has been an exponential increase, as well, in the number of groups debuting each year. But, while some of these bands have already made their marks in the music industry, many people believe that the case has now become a lot more different for the other groups, especially the rookies.
The publication noted that several local K-Pop fans and followers have been discussing why all-male rookie groups are not doing well these days. In an online community, Nate, a handful of members shared their thoughts about the matter.
The majority of the netizens seemingly complain about the rookie groups all having "similar concepts" and music genres. One concerned individual even emphasized that most young bands "always reuse concepts," adding that they all "dream of becoming the next V, Kai, Jungkook, and GD" despite not having the skills, talents, and visuals.
The creator of the discussion, also, pointed out that most rookie groups "do not have enough skills and qualities" to become an idol. Moreover, they appear to utilize the same style and concept as EXO's "Love Shot" or BTS' "Blood, Sweat, and Tears," as if they only stress the "sexy and heartthrob image."
Alongside these things, many K-Pop rookie groups do not appear to have "good physiques." Also, some individuals added that most of the new idols look the same.
Following the posts, many other local fans from the community expressed similar thoughts. They asserted that the "standard to debut" has become much lower today in comparison to the previous years. A netizen even claimed that the idols who debuted before have a "real celebrity vibe," which is not the same for those who are new in the industry.
It is, indeed, a fact that the number of K-Pop rookie groups has increased these past few years. In the second half of 2020 alone, AllKpop reported that more than 30 groups arrived at the scene before the year concluded.
Kpop Map, also, recently released a list of the groups that will debut this year. As stated, there will be an additional of 23 more bands that will enter the entertainment space and try to follow the footsteps of those who are already on the top.
