Check out some k-pop idols who are friends, just like Lisa and Bang Chan, but maybe you didn’t know
We often think that the K-pop industry is so big that it’s impossible to see any interaction between our favorite artists. However, on several occasions, fans have been surprised to discover that, in fact, many idols we admire have been friends for a long time.
One of those friendships that ended up leaving everyone open-mouthed is that of Lisafrom BLACKPINK, and Bang Chanfrom Stray Kids, who have known each other since their trainee days. The information was revealed by Chan during a live broadcast, leaving both BLINKs and STAYs surprised.
In addition to the duo, K-pop also has several other surprising friendships. Check out some of them!
1. Leeteuk (Super Junior) and J-Hope (BTS)
Although many people know that Leeteukfrom Super Junior, and J-Hopefrom BTS, are neighbors, most people didn’t imagine that they could have some kind of relationship. The leader of the SM Entertainment boy group revealed the information during his participation in the program “Knowing Bros.”, where he stated that the two are so close that he often visits their house. Hobieven spending some relaxed time with the youngest’s parents.
2. Mino (WINNER) and Yeji (ITZY)
Taking everyone by surprise, during ITZY’s participation in the program “Things That Make Me Groove”, Minofrom WINNER, revealed that he is friends with the family of Yeji since before she debuted in 2019. According to the girl, the two became close friends, as he is the nephew of the wife of a friend of her father, and helped her follow her dream as a singer since they met.
3. Lisa (BLACKPINK), Minnie ((G)I-DLE), Mina (TWICE) and Jihyo (TWICE)
In 2022, Lisa, Minnie, Mine and Jihyo They sent social media into a frenzy after sharing photos together, as many had no idea that the four could be friends. During an interview with GQ Korea magazine, the TWICE leader explained that she has known BLACKPINK’s main dancer since their debut, and that they became close because they are the same age. As time went by, Minniewhich is close to Lisaand Minewho is also part of TWICE, ended up joining the duo, as they were all born in 1997.
4. Jessica Jung (ex-Girls’ Generation) and Jennie (BLACKPINK)
In 2021, in the vlog showing the celebration of the birthday of Jessica Jungformer member of Girls’ Generation, you can see part of her face and voice. Jenniefrom BLACKPINK, who was recognized by fans and left everyone surprised with the friendship. In 2023, Jessica also made a point of honoring her friend at the BLACKPINK concert in Korea, sharing cute records alongside Jennie on social media. However, to this day, there is still no information about how the two began their friendship.
5. Jin (BTS) and Moonbyul (MAMAMOO)
The world of K-pop is full of groups of friends who were born in the same year. Jinfrom BTS, and Moonbyulfrom MAMAMOO, are friends, as they are part of the “92 club”, also made up of Kenfrom VIXX, Sandalwood and Baronfrom B1A4 and Hannifrom EXID. Despite their busy schedules, Moonbyul has already revealed in interviews that they all meet up frequently, whether to drink or go to escape rooms.
Source: Recreio
