In this conversation, the hosts discuss their predictions for the K-Pop industry, reflecting on the past year's developments and looking ahead to 2026. They explore the mainstream presence of K-Pop, the impact of military service on BTS, the evolution of K-Pop's sound, and the increasing representation of LGBTQ artists. Personal resolutions related to K-Pop are shared, alongside predictions about the future of K-Pop groups and the industry's global expansion.
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Chapters
00:00
2025 Predictions Review
08:06
2026 Predictions Kickoff
12:27
BTS Members' Future
17:07
New Jeans and Industry Challenges
21:11
Stray Kids vs. BTS
22:22
The Future of Music Shows
26:08
The Rise of K-Pop in Mainstream Culture
28:40
K-Pop's Future and Global Influence
31:32
Personal K-Pop Resolutions and Aspirations
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