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Hype Malaysia
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- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
From 'GOING SEVENTEEN' To 'Run BTS': 5 K-pop Idol Variety Shows That You Can Watch On YouTube
Back in the day, K-pop idols could only show off their variety show skills on established programmes and broadcasts. However, with the help of YouTube, so many of the biggest K-pop stars now have their own variety shows that everyone can watch for free! These web series are the perfect addition to your YouTube subscription list, offering tons of laughter and entertainment. Whether you're looking for something to watch with your friends or something to binge over the weekend, these web series will have you in tears laughing! GOING SEVENTEEN What started as a vlog series, where SEVENTEEN (세븐틴) members shared moments from their days, turn into a popular variety show that even non-fans love! 'GOING SEVENTEEN' is SEVENTEEN's weekly variety show, where the members partake various activities depending on the episode's concept, including completing challenges or role-playing in skits. All seasons are available on the official SEVENTEEN YouTube channel. New episodes air every Wednesday. Run BTS Some of BTS' (방탄소년단) most viral moments and funniest jokes come from their web series, 'Run BTS'. In each episode, the global sensations shed their idol image and partake in various activities, from game show-like challenges to fashion shows. In 2024, as part of the group's military hiatus, HYBE launched 'Run Jin', a 'Run BTS' spin-off centred on member Jin (진). Both shows are currently on hiatus, but you can catch up on all episodes until their return on the BANGTANTV and RUN BTS YouTube channels. Changing Majors Ever curious about what different university majors have to offer? Well, 'Changing Majors' gives you just that – with a K-pop twist! The ootb Studio web series features the season's host as they go through a day of student life in South Korea's universities and schools, experiencing each course and class with hilarious outcomes. The show's current host is EXO's Kai (엑소 카이), but the previous seasons were hosted by BTOB's Changsub (비투비 창섭). You can watch all the seasons of the show on ootb Studio's YouTube Channel, with new episodes out every Thursday. ZIP DAESUNG It's no surprise that BIGBANG (빅뱅) member and veteran variety show idol Daesung (대성) has his own show on YouTube. While the show focuses on the singer chatting with his guests, some episodes showcase him engaging in fun activities, like challenging fellow idols to a game of tennis or setting up a pop-up cafe for his fans. New episodes air every Friday on the ZIP DAESUNG YouTube channel. TIME TO TWICE Renowned girl group TWICE (트와이스) are funnier than you'd think – just let their 'TIME TO TWICE' web series prove it! In this variety show, the girl group engage in a range of fun activities, including indoor playgrounds and childhood games. The show also recently introduced a spin-off show featuring members Jeongyeon, Jihyo and Nayeon, set at a Korean bathhouse. New episodes of the show air every Friday on the official TWICE YouTube channel.
Korea Herald
05-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
EXO's Kai to return as solo act in April: report
Kai of EXO is gearing up to make a comeback as a solo singer in April, according to a local media report Tuesday. He will be shooting the music video next week for the upcoming solo endeavor, it added. The veteran idol will release his fourth EP about two years after his previous EP, 'Rover.' The mini album topped the iTunes Top Albums Chart in 40 regions as well as a series of music charts at home and abroad. The title track earned him two trophies from television music chart shows in Korea. Kai completed his mandatory military service last month, having served as a social service agent from May 2023. He was announced as the host of the YouTube show 'Jeongwaja,' or "Changing Majors," where he will take over from BTOB's Lee Changsub. The new season premieres later this month.
