3 Celebrities Who Were Born In Russia That Are Active In The Korean Entertainment Industry
Did you know about these celebrities currently active in the Korean entertainment industry who were born in Russia?
Kay Sesoko, Kpopmap Editor 2 min to read ·
Published : May 18, 2023
LANA's Instagram / YuRi's Instagram / X:IN Official
Hallyu (the Korean wave) has become a global phenomenon in more ways than one. Not only have people from all over the world taken an interest in Korea, K-Pop, K-Drama, K-Beauty, etc. but the Korean entertainment industry is starting to reflect the global impact of its popularity, as well. It's no longer uncommon or rare to spot foreign actors in K-Dramas or spot non-Korean idols as members of K-Pop groups. For example, there are many Japanese, Taiwanese, and Thai K-Pop idols currently active in the industry at the moment.
Today, we'll take a look at 3 of the Russian celebrities who are active in the Korean entertainment industry - especially in K-Pop.
Lana debuted as a solo K-Pop singer in 2019 with the single 'TAKE THE WHEEL'. Throughout her career she took on numerous challenges including appearing on Chinese reality survival shows like "Produce Camp 2020" and "Bravo Youngsters!". Currently, she is based in Korea and signed to Wild Entertainment Group (home to artists like CLC's SeungYeon and Sorn).
Nova is a rapper who debuted as a member of X:IN in 2023 with their digital single 'Keeping the Fire'. Many are looking forward to seeing what she shows the public through her idol career.
Park YuRi is a model with an idol background. He is Korean-Russian and well known for his appearances as an idol trainee on the shows "Produce X 101" and "Extreme Debut: Wild Idol". He is also one half of the duo JxR and the K-Pop group SHAX (from the KBS drama "Imitation").
Are there any other Russian celebrities active in the Korean entertainment industry that you know of? Let us know in the comments.
Journey With Triple iz: "Triple iz: Road To Debut" Episode 3 & 4 Highlights
Journey together with Triple iz! Check out some of the highlights from episodes three and four of "Triple iz: Road To Debut".
Dyllan Mykel, Kpopmap Editor 3 min to read ·
Published : Mar 15, 2024
Triple iz Official
Although they're still preparing for debut, Triple iz are on an upward trajectory, making fans out of netizens worldwide. Formed before the end of 2023, the multinational girl group has been making regular uploads onto their social media platforms. And this includes their very own reality program, "Triple iz: Road To Debut". New episodes are released every Wednesday KST on social metaverse platform ifland.
The reality program follows the three members, Dita (SECRET NUMBER), E.Ji (ICHILLIN'), and Aria (X:IN). They share what it's like being part of such an ambitious girl group that's set to take the world by storm.
Now, with that being said, let's talk more about episodes 3 and 4 of "Triple iz: Road To Debut" down below.
Meeting Between Artist And Producers
The Triple iz members gather once again and this time, they are joined by the producers and songwriters of their debut track. Fans are provided a small glimpse into the music process. They talk about topics such as part distribution, bringing out the members' various charms, and expectations of Triple iz's highly anticipated debut song, 'Halla'.
Everyone hopes that the song will become successful, with the reality show PD predicting a Billboard Hot 100 entry. Although it's a lofty goal, it's still a dream that could be realized with hard work and immense support from fans worldwide.
Tongue Twister Game
They quickly move onto the next segment: a game of tongue twisters. Aria and Dita pass with flying colors while E.Ji is provided the most difficult challenge. Its difficulty comes in both length and the speed in which she must say the tongue twister.
E.Ji becomes a certified rapper, attempting to read out the tongue twister in twelve seconds. She does it three times, leaving everyone in the room speechless, however, is always one or two seconds away from success. Despite not reaching the desired time, you can't help but applaud her impressive efforts.
Recording Session
After such an entertaining game, Triple iz and the songwriting team head into the recording studio. They look completely in their element as they passionately work on their debut track. With their tireless efforts and the outright joy seen on their faces, fans' expectations only grow larger for Triple iz to release another K-Pop hit.
Falling Into The World Of Acting iz
Now, we know that Triple iz are talented performers, but we soon learn that they're talented actresses too. The girls' acting is immersive, causing viewers to remain at the edge of their seats while faced with a nerve-wracking cliffhanger.
Into The World Of ifland
The entirety of episode 4 features the Triple iz members falling into the virtual world of ifland. Dita, E.Ji, and Aria must tackle various obstacles before they're able to return to the real world.
They start off having to complete a random play dance of some of their favorite K-Pop tracks. They're then transported to a space where the members' physical selves become frozen in place while their souls pilot an avatar body.
After meeting the mysterious Ifmoon, they face yet another challenge: to sing automatically selected songs and receive 90 points to pass. They complete the mission with flying colors, but end up having a deep conversation with Ifmoon about the idol journey.
Their honest worries and sincere answers tug on your heartstrings, serving as a reminder that even idols have a sizeable amount of concerns. Dita, E.Ji, and Aria return to their physical bodies and we're left with yet another cliffhanger as we continue to follow their journey to reunite together once again.
Don't forget, you can always visit the members' individual ifhomes on ifland, via Dita, E.Ji, and Aria.
You can also follow their official group ifhome for more updates and future episodes.
Are you excited to continue on this journey with Triple iz?
X:IN Are Ready To Make Their Return With Second Mini-Album "THE REAL"
X:IN are gearing up to drop new music with their newest mini-album, "THE REAL". Read on for more information!
Dyllan Mykel, Kpopmap Editor 2 min to read ·
Published : Feb 23, 2024
X:IN on X
X:IN are a diverse girl group with members from all across the globe. Their international appeal combined with their spectacular skills have formed a supportive group of fans ready to follow them to the moon and back.
They recently dropped their pre-release single 'MY IDOL', paying tribute to various K-Pop artists that came before them. The idol groups mentioned include BLACKPINK, Girls' Generation, Wonder Girls, 2NE1, TWICE, Apink, (G)I-DLE, BTS, BIGBANG, TVXQ!, 2PM, SHINee, and so much more.
You can check out their performance video of 'MY IDOL' here.
Since its release, the girl group have been busy promoting the track across various music shows. The track is bubbly and bright, but still manages to retain X:IN's core swagger and captivating charisma. If this serves as any indication of what's to come, then fans must be prepared to once again be blown away by the girl group's spellbinding aura.
"THE REAL" contains 4 tracks: 'NO DOUBT', 'MY IDOL', 'WITHDRAW', and 'NEVER SORRY'. Considering X:IN's previous releases, the remaining 3 songs will surely bring the hype and surpass every expectation laid out for them.
X:IN on X
The girl group has also released a number of different concept photos and a sneak peak of what's included inside the album. With all these teasers, fan's are understandably giddy with excited anticipation for the album's official release.
X:IN's second mini-album, "THE REAL", is set to drop on Sunday, February 25th at 6PM KST. Mark your calendars!
Meanwhile, X:IN's Aria is also preparing to debut in the project group Triple iz. This is accompanied by the launch of Triple iz's very own metaverse platform on ifland. Join Triple iz's ifhome for all the latest news about the members, exclusive content and more! You can also follow Aria's personal ifhome here.
Are you ready to listen to the rest of X:IN's new music?
Journey With Triple iz: "Triple iz: Road To Debut" Episode 2 Highlights
Journey together with Triple iz! Check out some of the highlights from the second episode of "Triple iz: Road To Debut".
Dyllan Mykel, Kpopmap Editor 4 min to read ·
Published : Feb 23, 2024
Triple iz Official
There's no doubt that Triple iz are only increasing in popularity — and they have yet to make their official debut. Formed before the end of 2023, the multinational girl group has been making regular uploads onto their social media platforms. And just last week, they started their very own reality program, "Triple iz: Road To Debut". New episodes are released every Wednesday KST on social metaverse platform ifland.
The reality program follows the three members, Dita (SECRET NUMBER), E.Ji (ICHILLIN'), and Aria (X:IN). They share what it's like being part of such an ambitious girl group that's set to take the world by storm.
Now, with that being said, let's talk more about episode 2 of "Triple iz: Road To Debut" down below.
The First Physical Meeting Between Members
Episode 2 started off with some much welcomed excitement as the three members were finally able to meet in person. While they started off a bit awkward and shy, it didn't take too long for the idols to warm up to each other. Despite all three being introverts, they possessed such bright and bubbly personalities that would have anyone smiling from ear to ear.
They expressed just how excited they were to finally meet and discover who their members were in person. Even viewers at home could notice a glint of wonder in their eyes, taking in the reality that Triple iz is finally happening. Seeing their smiling faces as they greeted each other provides confidence in those watching that Triple iz's trajectory will only be up from here.
Question Time With Triple iz
While their joy to finally be together is apparent, there's still a bit of awkwardness in the air. Considering this, the Triple iz members are provided the opportunity to ask various questions to get to know each other.
From the questionnaire session the three are able to form a closer bond by learning some key points about one another. Some of the things they learn is Aria's love for spicy food, E.Ji's favorite food being bread, and Dita choosing fried chicken as the one food she would eat for the rest of her life. It gave a deeper look into the Triple iz members' preferences and how well they matched when it came to their food choices.
After talking about food, they quickly moved onto first experiences. What the members named were anything but ordinary, as Dita mentioned bungee jumping, Aria talked about being a child actress, and E.Ji touched upon the hoops she went through to audition to be an idol.
Individually, they've amassed incredible experience to meet the world as a multinational girl group. With their strengths and skills they've built up over the years, their charms are absolutely endless and only seem to evolve as time goes on.
Leader Talk And Group Positions
It's common for every K-Pop group to have members in varying positions and Triple iz is no exception. The three members discuss their focus areas in their respective groups. While they could continue in these roles for Triple iz, they also talk about the roles they'd like to take on. It will be interesting to see a different side of these idols as they promote together under one team name.
They also talk about Triple iz having a leader. While they joke around about having the maknae fill this role, they share a similar sentiment that as long as they are able find harmony in working together, there would be no need for a leader. While leaders can at times be a central figure, with all three members having a hand at guiding the group, Triple iz is sure to take a unique path, becoming a one-of-a-kind girl group in K-Pop history.
Triple iz Identity
For any group, they need to have a clear identity in order to stand out from the vast sea of their idol colleagues. During the second episode of "Triple iz: Road To Debut", the three members try their best to draw a logo to best represent the group. With the help of a professional designer, their ideas come to life and they're able to quickly come to a consensus on which one to use.
Shortly after deciding on a logo, the members talk about the types of music they'd like to pursue as together. From upbeat to girl crush, there's no doubt that Triple iz will be able to execute any genre they're given. In order to complete their initial preparations before hitting the practice room, the girl group gets to hear four different tracks that staff prepared beforehand. Although the tracks aren't revealed to prevent any spoilers, the members' reactions are enough to get a feel of each one.
While they had good things to say about each song, the fourth and last left a huge impression on them all. Just like with the logo, they reached a quick consensus and ultimately chose the fourth and last track as the song they'd want to perform. Fans can't help but feel a rush of excitement as they now enter the waiting period to hear the song that captivated Triple iz to their core.
First Place Promises
It's every artist's dream to win first place for a music show broadcast. Triple iz are no strangers to this as they also hope for a music show win. Although their debut is still some time away, they still imagine winning the trophy and what they can do afterwards. They talk about a variety of ideas including bungee jumping, serving fans at a cafe, and having an exhibition to create a meaningful experience for all.
Seeing their overflowing ambition and desire to get that coveted music show win makes one strive to help the girls in whatever way possible. Now, all that's left is for Triple iz to debut and fans across the world are sure to be more than willing to help them achieve their goals.
Seeing the members come together for the first time serves as both a time of excitement and a healing experience every fan needed. As we journey together with Triple iz, we cannot wait to see them grow and evolve as artists all throughout this process.
Don't forget, you can always visit the members' individual ifhomes on ifland, via Dita, E.Ji, and Aria.
You can also follow their official group ifhome for more updates and future episodes.
Are you excited to continue on this journey with Triple iz?
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