Meet The First North Korean K-Pop Idols
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It's the first time ever that North Koreans will debut in a K-Pop group! Check out the shocking story of Hyuk and Seok who escaped from North Korea and got scouted for a new boy group SB BOYZ.
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Thank you for featuring us!❤
@nautijoe
6 ай бұрын
Lets make this comment go viral
@belphieyiu
6 ай бұрын
Is this the official channel? Ong if so i hope this gets pinned!
@kookielit
6 ай бұрын
We'll be happy to support SB BOYZ on their journey. Good luck and we cannot wait for their debut💜
@MariahAims
6 ай бұрын
Wishing you guys well!💗
@essykall9
6 ай бұрын
Let's subscribe to their channel too and support them 🙏👌
They haven't even debuted yet and I'm already so proud of what they have done so far I wish them the best career
I will support them no matter what. Waiting for the debut.
@4kzchallenges
6 ай бұрын
I know you will
I hope they have strong security too. While it is dangerous for their family back in NK, there might be soldiers from the north that might come down to try to get them back or worse. Please protect these boys. ❤❤❤
@ferdinando723
6 ай бұрын
Now am scared! 😳
@cherryblossom7120
6 ай бұрын
Only if they go to China. China deports NK refugees in their country.
@Anna_es21
6 ай бұрын
The minute they made it to South Korean soil they became citizens of Sk meaning if a Nk soldier tried to harm them it would be seen as an act of war from the Nk side of it all. And Nk wouldn't risk all that just for 2 defectors
@mizooblue4745
6 ай бұрын
@@Anna_es21 That is true. IDK, i’m just worried for their safety i guess. Thanks for the info! :)
@anamower478
6 ай бұрын
@@Anna_es21 what will happen to their families? Im asking because idk much about NK , i just know their president is heartless ect ect.
It's actually nice to see these north korean boys getting an opportunity to enjoy life! Edit : you guys don't have to start a fight but just use common sense! K-pop idols lives aren't easy yet living in North Korea is deadly! so basically these boys got the opportunity to LIVE in PEACE.
@noahemmanuelkekana2527
6 ай бұрын
Enjoy life? Yeah right
@D1MaTR3D
6 ай бұрын
do you consider that south korea people happier than north koreans do?😮
@daisyserabp005
6 ай бұрын
@@D1MaTR3D definitely
@peachyarts386
6 ай бұрын
@@D1MaTR3D think anyone would be happier living in a country that isn't ruled like if it was a concentration camp...
@D1MaTR3D
6 ай бұрын
@@peachyarts386 was flying with north koreans in one airplane and they have looked like normally people. heard about the comebacks after escapes in sk, so at all not sure regarding the happiness level gap.
They will debut with 5-members group in the first half of 2024, Please give a lots of support them❤
@cjayj442
6 ай бұрын
Do they have a YT channel? Are there subtitles in their content?
@Una_Mona
6 ай бұрын
@@cjayj442 Kookie pinned a comment of them saying thank you for featuring them, so that's the quickest way to find the yt, they only have two videos and as of now they have subtitles (prob because they're going for a US debut)
@cjayj442
6 ай бұрын
@@Una_Mona Thanks!
@coldheart117
6 ай бұрын
Am with them
Seeing their background makes me so sad and feeling so bad for them...but now that they've come to a new country and is pursuing their career...I wish the best for them!
I hope there debut goes well
Kookielit, Please update us sometimes on these boys, we all want to know more about them and when to expect their debut! We want to support them from the start and your news are always so up-to-date ☺🥰
It's amazing how two North Koreans became idols! I'm so happy for them! As an American, I'm wishing them the best and good luck!! Can't WAIT for thier debut! I supporting them till the end! They deserve this!! Love from the US!!
The way this company is like I’m gonna debut them in the west, so lemme give them classes on cultures and - like I’ve never heard of this company. They can do this but these bigger companies can’t? Anyway, I’ll be looking out for these kiddos and am looking forward to their debut.
@LadySilence
6 ай бұрын
Right.. Im so sus about this.
@nasirjoneswifey
6 ай бұрын
CEO’s name is Michelle meaning she probably grew up or was born in the West. Not saying other companies shouldn’t follow suit..but it’s different than those who grew up in the homogeneous country like South Korea which has only recent seen a surge in immigrants.
@Niki91-HR
6 ай бұрын
I mean it kinda makes sense since they are very sheltered in NK and practically know nothing about the outside world so they kinda need to be taught. S. Koreans can easily use the internet if they are interested enough about these topics....although the same goes for some people in the western countries. But you would also assume that some things are also taught in school. Most companies though still dont target the West a.k.a just the US for debuting groups there. Their primary market is still their own country and the rest if they are lucky enough to get international fans they will maybe include them in tours. And if they even luckier they will end up in western charts. Social media in that regard is a big help for artists these days.
@in00n
5 ай бұрын
@@nasirjoneswifey North Koreans defectors aren't immigrants, they're refugees, and are technically citizens of the Republic of Korea (South Korea) according to its constitution. Plus, North Koreans are ethnically Korean, just like South Koreans, so it's different than a Mongolian or Vietnamese person becoming an idol.
I live in In San Diego California USA and I just want to say I am proud of the boys who are achieving their dreams. I am looking forward to their debut. I believe your songs will inspire many people around the world. You have my support and wish the best for you.
I look forward to seeing them debut. I really hope those idiot Netizens leave them alone once they debut and allow them to leave their past behind and start fresh.
@cjayj442
6 ай бұрын
Unfortunately, we know the chances of that. Sigh. Let's just hope the label can help them navigate through it.
That’s probably so liberating for them considering Kpop really isn’t shared in n.korea and now they’re debuting 😭protect them
그들은 꼭 성공할겁니다. 대단합니다
I hope their debut goes well but I’m worried just to what North Korean spies could do so I hope the boys are protected by the company
Someone should make a K-Drama out of their story.
@gwenmloveskpopcecmore
5 ай бұрын
Agreed
@in00n
5 ай бұрын
Imo, we shouldn't be making profitable films about the suffering and painful stories of specific North Korean defectors without their permission. Maybe a drama based on a North Korean who defects to South Korea and achieves their dream of becoming a performer, artist, etc?
@aligensa
5 ай бұрын
@@in00n Of course the same rules apply in this regard as for any other story based on real people - however, in most countries those differ for people who are already in the public eye vs private individuals. Sure, it could be done more loosely, and it usually is for dramatic purposes anyway. Eg The Glory was based on a real case of school bullying. And there have already been many movies and dramas about defectors. Or maybe if they were asked to contribute they would even welcome the publicity.
@gwenmloveskpopcecmore
5 ай бұрын
@@in00n exactly
i hope the best for them, i might even stan them
Wish them nothing but the best💚
these brave young men deserve all the success in the world, I hope their debut goes really well.
That’s crazy omg
Thanks for the story.
I read In Order to Live which is a memoir by Yeonmi Park about her life in North Korea and becoming a defector at a really young age. It was a very traumatizing story all throughout but I've learned more than any Google Search I've could've made. North Korea is no joke and defecting it is a very challenging feat. My utmost respect to these people and admiration to anyone who made it out. Congratulations ❤
@arielrojas8410
6 ай бұрын
Yeonmi Park is a sycophantic liar and also dehumanized real struggles as she’s constantly partying and living it up with American conservative
@koffibeen3818
5 ай бұрын
She is α known liar and is α propaganda plant
@Iimones
5 ай бұрын
yeonmi is literally a professional liar
they got my support already ❤❤
Omg finally! I was hoping the K-pop industry would give North Koreans a chance but for safety reasons, I can understand. I think this is a start to very great beginnings for them.
Wishing the best for them💜
God the risk they only wanna perform may they stay protected and wish them success ❤
OMG how they gonna do this. It's CRAZY
I will definitely check them out!!
It's really a great opportunity for them wish them best of luck I still don't know how they manage to get out of north korea but I hope they do best
The headlines for this group keeps being 'North Korea Kpop idols' and I was shocked to see the support, because I thought it was an attempt from North Korea to breach the world's entertainment industry and try to look 'better'. I'm glad I clicked on this video and learned they are defectors, not North Korea new propanganda machine. I will look forward their debut!🎉❤
@in00n
5 ай бұрын
There's already been DPRK-Pop bands out there for decades, like Pochonbo Electric Ensemble (보천보전자악단) and Wangjaesan Light Music Band (왕재산 경음악단). Moranbong Band (모란봉악단) was called "North Korea's Blackpink". (sorry, I'm just really into studying the DPRK). There's also been North Koreans defectors who are famous, or at least well-known on social media, in South Korea for years, like Lim Ji-hyun (임지현) and Ri Chol-eun (리철은), and Kang Na-ra (강나라).
@fairymangafanfairytail6644
5 ай бұрын
@@in00n Thank you for this amount of informations ! I'm a casual kpop listener so it was my first time hearing about a North-Korean band, but now I can look up some others and discover some new music! No need to be sorry for being interested, you allow people like me with no background knowledge to discover some new stuff! Thank you :)
I'll have to keep an eye out for them to cheer them on. I wonder if they have any pre-debut content we can watch (with English subtitles). Great video, Kookielit!
I hope this group does well❤
God bless them. I wish them well. Hopefully, if they do debut in America, they are welcomed with open arms and minds.
I really hope somewhere in the near future, North Korea becomes a free country, and the people living their can lead a normal life like others. These guys are really inspiring, I would like to support them when they debut!!
Hopefully this will lead the way for others especially girls from North Korea too!!
@in00n
5 ай бұрын
Why especially girls? And, most North Koreans who defect just want to have the chance to live a comfortable life, and ensure that their descendants won't be born into some dystopian hellhole.
Ever since I started listening to Kpop I've always wondered if I was ever going to see North Korean defectors debuting in Kpop, I'm glad to see it finally happening. I usually pretty much only listen to girl groups, with a few boy group songs sprinkled here and there but I'm very excited to see where they go and will support them
Looking forward to their debut 🩷 hope they'll have a successful career💞💓
this is the first time I'm hearing about them, but this made me cry. I will make sure to check them out when they debut.
I’m in tears🥲🥲🥲🥲
Oh i feel they're going to be big idk i just feel it
Thank you for this story❤❤❤❤ I can't wait to see them debut❤❤❤
I’m excited to see what they can do and also a little nervous for them. We’ve already seen how political and xenophobic K-pop fans & media outlets can be towards foreign idols especially K-pop idols of Chinese & Japanese Nationality. I hope the company can keep them protected and secured from that negativity.
This definitely seems to be an amazing and inspiring story. I’m hopeful they will be treated decently. I pray they will be supported, treated respectfully and protected. I also hope that they will be sincerely welcomed by ALL. I will try to support their debut and future musical projects. 🙆🏻♀️🙏🏽
I will be tuning in that’s so cool! I really like Kenny on Asia Super Young
Bless their hearts. Looking forward to the group's debut.
I hope one day both the Koreas- North and South emerges into one single country.
When I read the title I thought they are still living in North Korea. That would be a real surprise, but then, I can't imagine a North Korean group without Kim Jong Un as the face, center, main vocal and, of course, leader of the group (not so sure about the main dancer, though).
@BELIEVER78989
6 ай бұрын
Probably main dancer and lead rapper too🤷♀️
Omg I hope it goes well for them
Some positive news. What a feeling huh! I'll be on fence if this will continue this trend of good news. For the sb Boys we hope for a successful debut and career in the future. For their agency we hope and pray that whatever happens you're there for them all the boys.
I'm so happy for them! The fact that they even got out safely is amazing to me. I hope that they get nothing but success in their future
Hoping for much success their way
I'm buying every bit of music these guys release.
I wish them luck and hope to hear of their debut soon
Hyuk looks a little bit like B.I
I got a happy feeling when I saw this.... I wish these men all the best, they truly deserve happiness and good fortune in their lives now that they are able to express themselves and be open to new opportunities 😊❤
I’m praying that these two young man accomplish all the goals that they have set for themselves! And hearing their difficult journey makes me wants to cheer them on 💪🏾💪🙏🙏🏾🌏
I'm happy for them ❤❤️🩹
I hope their debut goes without a hitch. Super proud of them for breaking the mold and debuting as a N.K. Kpop artists. I know its going to either go super well or super badly. I hope its the super well. If they do debut in the US I am sure they will gain a lot of fans because we tend to support the underdogs in things. Knowing the ones who struggled the hardest can produce the best results.
Wish them a very great future ahead and I really hope the obsessed fans don't get under their skin.
I will support them definitely! I wish them all the best
I hope they are well and do amazing once they debut!! Looking forward to their debut and hearing their music
Wow, I will support them! 😍
Whoa! I hope they will do well!
they're such inspirations tbh, dont give up on your dreams
Ikr so amazing and really really happy
Must be hard hope they succeed
I hope they will be successful in the future.
I hope they are safe
Kpop is originally meant for Koreans, both South and North, right now we have North Koreans becoming pop singers let support them, and hope one day this one can bridge the gap between the two nations.
애고! Thanks, Kookielit. I now have a new favorite K pop group, right up there with Twice, Bravegirls, BTS, 4Minute and Blackpink. 유혁 씨, 김 석 씨, 안영하새요! I will pray for you and cheer you on as SB Boyz takes off. 만새!👍
SB Boyz wishing you success!!! ❤
Best of luck boys..Just keep on believing in yourself
Holy fuck! I can't wait to see these guys on my radar! Its a shame these 2 men were born in north korea though, i cant imagine what they both went through, and the possible effects of the life risking journey they took, but it was worth it, to escape a country thats like a prison.
Waiting for their debut!!!
I deeply gasped at the title
Best wishes for them ❤
Hope they'll have a great debut 🩷💞
Hope they don't get hate!😪
I will going to support this two .
Wishing them success
I’m so happy that yt suggested this to me . I’ll support them forever. ❤
I truly hope that their careers go well, wishing for the best ❤️🩹
Aw ❤❤
I hope things work out for them and I hope they can be happy and have a good life
I truly hope, even if the relationship between SK and NK aren't that good that they'll support them instead of hating on them.
Kudos. Fighting!
cool!!!
I swear Kim Jung Un looks like Bighits Ceo. Thats crazy 😂😂😂
@Natalia-nc8iq
6 ай бұрын
bang sik hyuk? not even close
@LovelyKissess
6 ай бұрын
@@Natalia-nc8iq He does, A lot. But that's just my opinion
@BELIEVER78989
6 ай бұрын
Nah😂😂
Maybe there are a lot of young people out there in North Korea that have the looks and talents but due to the political dispute K-Pop is way too difficult to reach..
Very cool ❤️ we are all human, I’m excited to see more from them
I’m just happy 🎉🎉👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 Nothing else
im surprised theres this much information about a trainee that hasnt even debuted
How was his mom in South Korea and he in North Korea living “ freely “ I thought if someone from your family leaves the country the rest goes to jail … im just trying to understand
@143szns
6 ай бұрын
I'm wondering this too
@Neverlet.bangtango
6 ай бұрын
Exactly,plus I heard people in North Koreans cannot fly to another country unless it's for work,sport...
@LadySilence
6 ай бұрын
Thank you! I also was questioning this looking through the comments for someone else finding this highly bizarre. Im skeptical of this whole backstory
@RVNCT
5 ай бұрын
Seems like they had money back in NK if the mom left right after the divorce and the dad was paying off officials and the mom was communicating with her ex husband about letting their son going to SK
@Neverlet.bangtango
5 ай бұрын
@@RVNCT probably a lot, lot of money. Cuz I heard somewhere that rich people in nk have a decent life.
Wow, that’s an amazing story,… So inspiring that they were able to make it out to live a better life… I wish those boys, safety, happiness, and success!
Will support the boys ❤❤
Where can i find their performance video
🇵🇹i really hope they achieve their dreams and became a Lighthouse to other NKorean boys 🥰
I'm not a kpop fan I use to but kpop was affecting my studies so I left it I only whatch ur channel for little updates on kpop and stuff and I hope these north Korean boys cab achieve their dreams
These guys are going have it hard.😢