10 Most Powerful Korean Artists in 2024

Author: Subhi Saxena Date: 30/04/24 Credit: Instagram and Forbes Korea Credit: Instagram and Forbes Korea

10. Lee Chanwon

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9. Lee Sangmin

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8. Jang Minho

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7. Cha Eunwoo

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6. IVE

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5. Jungkook

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4. Jimin

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3. Lim Young-woong

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2. NewJeans

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1. BLACKPINK

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IVE's Yujin Stuns Fans with her Graceful look in White

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