International Journal of Educational Review, Law And Social Sciences (IJERLAS)
Vol. 3 No. 5 (2023): September

FORMS OF SUPPORT AND NEW HABITS AS K-POP FANS: IMPLICATIONS OF K-POP CULTURE ON THE LIFESTYLES OF FANS

Pricillia Haneyta Arisandi (Faculty of Communication Science, Universitas Multimedia Nusantara)
Tangguh Okta Wibowo (Universitas Multimedia Nusantara)
Janese Odelia Candra (Faculty of Communication Science, Universitas Multimedia Nusantara)
Patricia Zarzycka (Faculty of Communication Science, Universitas Multimedia Nusantara)
Dimas M Joseph (Faculty of Communication Science, Universitas Multimedia Nusantara)



Article Info

Publish Date
03 Aug 2023

Abstract

One of the most popular cultures today is the Korean culture. The phenomenon of the increasing popularity of Korean culture in the global sphere is referred to as the Korean Wave or Hallyu. The Korean Wave has brought international popularity to Korean dramas, food, fashion, makeup, and music. It has significantly increased the number of Korean fans around the world. In this context, research has been conducted to determine the impact of K-Pop media consumption on K-Pop fans. Specifically, the research focuses on the consumption patterns of products used by K-Pop idols. This research is expected to provide insight into the lifestyles of K-pop fans and how certain fans can influence the consumption of products used by their idols. The research is conducted using a descriptive phenomenological method, which uses a qualitative approach. This research highlights the changes in habits and new actions taken by K-pop fans as a form of support for their idols. Many K-pop fans are willing to spend a considerable amount of money to purchase K-pop goods and merchandise as a form of support. This research makes an important contribution to understanding how K-pop culture affects and shapes the lives of its fans.

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IJERLAS

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Religion Humanities Environmental Science Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice Library & Information Science Social Sciences Other

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This journal accepts articles on results of the research in fields of Education, Cross Culture, Law, Environmental Empowerment which are the latest issues from the results of activities or practical implementations that are problem solving, comprehensive, meaningful, latest and sustainable findings ...