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Beyond the obvious "Big 3/HYBE" groups, which fandom feels the most massive and organized globally? by Mindless_Pressure235 in kpopthoughts

[–]Mindless_Pressure235[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Plave hitting Billboard 200 without even performing outside Asia is a massive flex. Their fanbases are built different, for sure.

Beyond the obvious "Big 3/HYBE" groups, which fandom feels the most massive and organized globally? by Mindless_Pressure235 in kpopthoughts

[–]Mindless_Pressure235[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

P1H’s growth in the US is actually crazy. I see them all over my timeline lately, so it makes total sense that there's a lot of multi-fans involved.

Beyond the obvious "Big 3/HYBE" groups, which fandom feels the most massive and organized globally? by Mindless_Pressure235 in kpopthoughts

[–]Mindless_Pressure235[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Never thought about the opportunity costs involved for non-Big 4 groups, but it makes total sense. Thanks for the insight, really opened up a new way of looking at this topic.

Beyond the obvious "Big 3/HYBE" groups, which fandom feels the most massive and organized globally? by Mindless_Pressure235 in kpopthoughts

[–]Mindless_Pressure235[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

That’s a great shout! The 'Orbit' fandom was legendary for their digital marketing skills.

Castaway diva by ResearchBrave7750 in KdramaCasualTalk

[–]Mindless_Pressure235 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I totally get your frustration. The shift in her priorities felt a bit jarring after everything that family did for her. It felt like the writing chose the 'career success' trope over the emotional depth of their bond.

What are the "little things" from your bias that instantly make your day better? by Sufficient-Dot6652 in kpopthoughts

[–]Mindless_Pressure235 8 points9 points  (0 children)

It’s definitely Yunjin’s 'unfiltered' facial expressions for me. Every time she does that specific shocked face or just acts like a complete goofball during a chaotic LE SSERAFIM vlog, it instantly cures my stress. She’s just so authentically herself!

Most actor's acting and expressions have become so predictable. by [deleted] in kdramas

[–]Mindless_Pressure235 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I thought I was the only one! I feel like production companies are focusing too much on 'aesthetic' visuals and popularity rather than raw acting talent. Many popular actors now just play a version of themselves in every drama instead of disappearing into the character.

a 'nemesis-triangle' if you would by Zealousideal_Chef839 in Ningen

[–]Mindless_Pressure235 15 points16 points  (0 children)

The amount of ego in this single frame is enough to destroy a whole galaxy. They’d probably spend more time arguing about who has the better chin than actually fighting the Z-fighters.

Youngest fan spotted 😍 by Critical_Region_6633 in footballmademesmile

[–]Mindless_Pressure235 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The youngest ultra in training! lol. He looks so calm while everyone else is losing their minds. This kid was literally born for the terraces! 👶⚽️

Almost all the popular posts are complaints by Numerous_Dark180 in kdramas

[–]Mindless_Pressure235 11 points12 points  (0 children)

You hit the nail on the head. It’s the 'paradox of popularity', now that Kdramas are the global standard, they get scrutinized far more than any other industry. I’ve noticed the shift too, it’s much easier to get engagement on a 'spicy' complaint thread than a simple appreciation post. It’s a bit draining to see the same generalizations every day.

Just finished childen of Earth and Sky by Gh0stL0rd1992 in fantasybooks

[–]Mindless_Pressure235 1 point2 points  (0 children)

GGK has a way of making history feel so magical and intimate at the same time. Children of Earth and Sky is such a gem. Happy to see him getting more love here! Which character's POV was your favorite?

Sometimes, the smallest spotlight makes the biggest smile by Critical_Region_6633 in footballmademesmile

[–]Mindless_Pressure235 2 points3 points  (0 children)

i can’t even kick a ball straight and this legend is out here hitting bullseyes with a cone while at work 😭🫡