I've never really been a fan of kpop and I don't understand this kpop wave gaining widespread popularity. If kpop had been a H1N1 virus, I fear our population would be wiped out in no time xD
How does kpop appeal to the rest of the non-Korean speaking peeps around the globe? One will find that most kpop groups are multi-lingual. Expect at least a Mandarin/English/Japanese speaking member which helps when breaking into the predominantly Chinese Asian and Japanese market (second biggest music market in the world folks) Kpop wave has even reached the other side of the world with Wonder Girls recently opening for Jonas Brothers on tour in the States. As much as I hate to say it, Cpop doesn't even come close to global stage if compared to Kpop.
Which brings me to the next thing. Kpop fan meeting. Kpop fan meets aren't exactly cheap. Expect to part with a few hundred bucks to secure the VIP seats. I don't know why kpop fans get charged to attend such events when they should be free. Organizers across the country are cashing in on the Korean Wave, bringing in any Tom Dick and Harry they can get their hands on, and fans are lapping them up. Next thing you know they'll start charging a fee for a handshake, an autograph, a photo, a hug.. LMAO
