Scenarios about 'K-pop'
K-pop refers to the popular music industry originating from South Korea characterized by its blend of electronic, hip-hop, pop, and R&B musical elements with highly choreographed performances and polished production values. Emerging globally in the late 1990s and experiencing massive international popularity in the 2010s through the "Korean Wave" or "Hallyu," it represents an influential cultural export that has transformed entertainment industries and cross-cultural exchanges across Asia and beyond.
What If K-Pop Never Became Global?
Exploring the alternate timeline where South Korean popular music remained a regional phenomenon instead of becoming a worldwide cultural and economic force.