Being a Foreign member of a K-pop idol group 🇮🇳🇷🇺 (X:IN Aria & Nova) | Korean Pizza Club | EP.23

You may remember Lana, the first Russian soloist to debut in the K-pop scene. Her debut sparked a significant debate— some claims that followed her career both before and after she stepped into the spotlight. Much of the discourse stemmed from her debuting as a foreign artist in a predominantly Korean industry back in 2019, with many audiences claiming that she was trying to appropriate the Korean culture. International K-pop fans were particularly vocal, with many demanding her exit from the scene solely based on her ethnicity and perceived intentions. But were these accusations valid? Did Lana really set out to "look Korean," as some claimed? The debate raised serious questions about foreigners in the K-Pop market, cultural identity, and what qualifies to be K-Pop. For years, Lana's side of the story has remained untold. There was little follow-up on the initial backlash, leaving many to wonder if the truth would ever come to light. Even if LANA had spoken out earlier, would anyone have believed her? Now, Lana has made a comeback with her new single "Circus" under a new label, and she is finally ready to clear the air. For the first time, she opens up about what really happened behind the scenes—the overwhelming hate, the subsequent impact on her mental health, and how she managed to cope during one of the darkest periods of her life. In this exclusive interview, Lana shares her candid thoughts and experiences, shedding light on the reality of being a foreign artist in K-pop. This is a story of resilience, truth, and the human cost of online hate. Tune in to hear Lana's side of the story, directly from the source. Don't miss this eye-opening conversation where Lana sets the record straight and shares her artistic and personal journey of growth and self-discovery. It's time to hear what really happened. Get early access, exclusive bonus podcasts, K-pop reactions on Patreon - https://patreon.com/KoreanPizzaClub Unique & Aesthetic Korean products shipped globally - https://biroso.net/?utm_source=YOUTUBE&utm_medium=cpc&utm_id=Korea+Pizza+Club __ 🎤 Host: David Kim @justdavid_92  @DKDKTV  👫 Guests: LANA @23.11_ / Soobeanie  @soobeanie  1️⃣ Korean Pizza Club All-in-one link / Business Inquiries https://linktr.ee/koreanpizzaclub [email protected] __ 👍 Follow K.P.C on social media 👍 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/koreanpizzaclub TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@koreanpizzaclub Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/koreanpizzaclub Discord: https://discord.gg/xNkureCYJK __ 🎧Tune in on other Podcast Platforms 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yQjnjKy2B9VKFcNIcQhXP Spotify for Podcasters: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/koreanpizzaclub Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/korean-pizza-club/id1677927135 Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9kY2FlMzRjYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-korean-pizza-club-110921115/ RadioPublic: https://radiopublic.com/korean-pizza-club-6pvJyD __ 📝 K.P.C Guest application form: https://forms.gle/SRvsrCsznnSWxQq57 __ 😇 Please support the podcast so it can keep on going! Donations are used for guest fees, operational budget, and better equipment :) Paypal - https://paypal.me/koreanpizzaclub Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koreanpizzaclub #KoreanPizzaClub #KPC #KoreanPodcast #DKDKTVDavid __ 00:00

Did you know that nearly 50% of young women in South Korea undergo double eyelid surgery in their 20s? In this eye-opening episode of the Korean Pizza Club (KPC), we dig into why South Korea has become the plastic surgery capital of the world. With over a million procedures performed annually, what compels so many to alter their appearance? Join host David Kim and the crew as they explore the cultural pressures, K-pop influence, and social dynamics that push both women and men to chase perfection. How far would you go to fit into a society that worships beauty? Tune in and find out. Get early access, exclusive bonus podcasts, K-pop reactions on Patreon - https://patreon.com/KoreanPizzaClub Unique & Aesthetic Korean products shipped globally - https://biroso.net/?utm_source=YOUTUBE&utm_medium=cpc&utm_id=Korea+Pizza+Club __ 🎤 Host: David Kim  @DKDKTV   @justdavid_92  👫 Guests: Anna Lee  @anna.lee_jy  / Soobeanie  @soobeanie  / Kelsey  @KelseytheKorean  __ 1️⃣ Korean Pizza Club All-in-one link / Business Inquiries https://linktr.ee/koreanpizzaclub [email protected] __ 👍 Follow K.P.C on social media 👍 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/koreanpizzaclub TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@koreanpizzaclub Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/koreanpizzaclub Discord: https://discord.gg/xNkureCYJK __ 🎧Tune in on other Podcast Platforms 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yQjnjKy2B9VKFcNIcQhXP Spotify for Podcasters: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/koreanpizzaclub Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/korean-pizza-club/id1677927135 Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9kY2FlMzRjYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-korean-pizza-club-110921115/ RadioPublic: https://radiopublic.com/korean-pizza-club-6pvJyD __ 📝 K.P.C Guest application form: https://forms.gle/SRvsrCsznnSWxQq57 __ 😇 Please support the podcast so it can keep on going! Donations are used for guest fees, operational budget, and better equipment :) Paypal - https://paypal.me/koreanpizzaclub Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koreanpizzaclub #KoreanPizzaClub #KPC #KoreanPodcast #DKDKTVDavid __ 00:00

🎤 Host: David Kim @justdavid_92 👫 Guests: Anna Lee @jyannalee  / Christine Park  @soobeanie  / Dan Kim @theundaniable1 __ 📝 K.P.C Guest application form: https://forms.gle/SRvsrCsznnSWxQq57 __ 😇 Please support the podcast so it can keep on going! Donations are used for labor costs, guest fees, execution budget, and better equipment :) Paypal - https://paypal.me/koreanpizzaclub Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koreanpizzaclub #KoreanPizzaClub #KPC #KoreanPodcast #DKDKTVDavid

Like it or not, it's hard to deny that there has been some amount of hype behind Korean men for the past few years. Obviously one could point the reasoning towards the Korean wave, along with the fantasy of K-pop idols and K-drama actors. However, do these dramas actually represent some sort of reality? Are Korean men actually like that to some extent? And is that why foreigners tend to like Korean men? Or is it just fetishization? We brought some actual Korean men into the studio Joe and Jason to talk about this topic. And of course David and Anna add in their thoughts as well. __ 🎤 Host: David Kim @justdavid_92 👫 Guests: Joe Park @itsjoepark @yerangmukja / Jason Ki @jason.j.ki @JBRODUCTION / Anna Lee @jyannalee __ 1️⃣ Korean Pizza Club All-in-one link https://linktr.ee/koreanpizzaclub

You're likely familiar with Tinder and Bumble, but have you ever come across HelloTalk, Amanda, or Gold Spoon? These are dating platforms in Korea that break the mold or take things to the next level. To join, you must pass screening by existing users and maintain an average rating above 3.0, or provide proof of substantial wealth with legal documentation. Ironically, these apps thrive in Korea's dating scene. What's the dating app landscape like in South Korea? Which apps should you consider using, and what experiences have our guests—Sebomi (a dating app expert), Nalu, and Anna Lee—encountered? Let's delve in and find out! ​Support the podcast and get early access, unedited full versions, exclusive bonus podcasts on Patreon - https://patreon.com/KoreanPizzaClubUnique & Aesthetic Korean products shipped globally - https://www.biroso.net __ 🎤 Host: David Kim @justdavid_92 👫 Guests: Sebomi  @SebomiJang  Nalu  @NALUSAMI  Anna Lee  @jyannalee  __ 1️⃣ Korean Pizza Club All-in-one link https://linktr.ee/koreanpizzaclub

We've started to notice a pattern. Whenever something bad about Korea is talked about, the videos go viral! Also, is the Korean content field becoming saturated with too many creators and similar content? What does it actually take to be a content creator in Korea? With the supernovas in the Korean content scene - Hankyute, Sean Solo, K-explorer(Jerry), we share the BTS, challenges, honest thoughts, and advice of being a content creator in Korea. __ 🎤 Host: David Kim @justdavid_92 👫 Guests: Han @hankyute / Sean @Itsseansolo / Jerry @KExplorer @jerry.ric __ 1️⃣ Korean Pizza Club All-in-one link https://linktr.ee/koreanpizzaclub

We invite Moses from Rwanda and Bella from South Africa/Rwanda to share their experiences living in Korea. Moses being very active in the Korean media/TV scene shares his stories about adapting to Korea and being on various TV shows. Bella also tells her story of coming to Korea, what it is she likes and dislikes, and her honest opinion about the country. Oh, and yes she is the Bella you might know from the DKDKTV Korean-international dating series Ramyun and Chill! Support the podcast and get early access, unedited full versions, exclusive bonus podcasts on Patreon - https://patreon.com/KoreanPizzaClub __ 🎤 Host: David Kim @justdavid_92 👫 Guests: Moses @paulin.moise / Bella @lin.lin_____ / Anna @jyannalee__ 1️⃣ Korean Pizza Club All-in-one link https://linktr.ee/koreanpizzaclub __ 👍 Follow K.P.C on social media 👍 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/koreanpizzaclub TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@koreanpizzaclub Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/koreanpizzaclub Discord: https://discord.gg/xNkureCYJK __ 🎧Tune in on other Podcast Platforms 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yQjnjKy2B9VKFcNIcQhXP Spotify for Podcasters: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/koreanpizzaclub Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/korean-pizza-club/id1677927135 Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9kY2FlMzRjYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-korean-pizza-club-110921115/ RadioPublic: https://radiopublic.com/korean-pizza-club-6pvJyD __ 📝 K.P.C Guest application form: https://forms.gle/SRvsrCsznnSWxQq57 __ 😇 Please support the podcast so it can keep on going! Donations are used for labor costs, guest fees, execution budget, and better equipment :) Paypal - https://paypal.me/koreanpizzaclub Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koreanpizzaclub #KoreanPizzaClub #KPC #KoreanPodcast #dkdktvdavid ​ __ Autogenerated Chapters (may not be accurate): 00:00:00 - Guest Introductions 00:02:42 - Thriving in Korea as an African and Rwandan in media 00:05:02 - Falling in love with Korea and moving there 00:07:50 - Adjusting to the food in Korea 00:10:08 - Relationship Challenges in Korea 00:12:36 - Communication Struggles in Relationships 00:14:52 - The Embarrassing Staircase Incident 00:17:03 - TV Show Appearances and Memories 00:19:28 - Accomplishments and Opportunities 00:22:04 - Fulfilling Dreams and Inspiring Girls 00:24:17 - Moses' Experience in Korean Media & Celebrity Encounters 00:27:02 - Bella's Experience with YouTube filming 00:29:17 - Challenging Myself in Korea 00:31:58 - Motivation to Learn Korean 00:34:31 - The Challenging Society of Korea and Personal Growth 00:36:59 - Being Different in Korea 00:39:13 - A Weird and Awkward First Date 00:41:25 - Discipline and Health in Korea 00:43:50 - The Convenience of Korea 00:46:17 - Shyness in Speaking English VS Speaking Korean 00:48:32 - The Rise of Afro Beats and Amapiano 00:51:02 - Advice for Foreigners considering Korea 00:53:11 - Encouraging International Marriages 00:55:19 - Support KPC

Discover the captivating world of Korean drinking culture in today's episode! While we playfully jest about everyone in Korea being alcoholic (or maybe not), the undeniable truth is that alcohol and socializing go hand in hand in various Korean settings. Whether it's amongst friends, lovers, or in the corporate world, drinking is an integral part of the experience. You may have witnessed this dynamic in Korean dramas too. Join us as we bring in Hunter (American) and Brandon (South African) from the Those Foreign Guys podcast channel to share their unique perspectives on the drinking culture in Korea. Brace yourself for wild and entertaining stories that are sure to keep you on the edge of your seat. To enhance your listening experience, consider grabbing a beer or soju to sip on while tuning in! Cheers to a lively discussion on the cultural nuances of Korea's social scene. ​Support the podcast and get early access, unedited full versions, exclusive bonus podcasts on Patreon - https://patreon.com/KoreanPizzaClub __ 🎤 Host: David Kim @justdavid_92 👫 Guests: Anna Lee  @jyannalee , Hunter & Brandon from ' @thoseforeignguys ' Podcast __ 1️⃣ Korean Pizza Club All-in-one link https://linktr.ee/koreanpizzaclub __ 👍 Follow K.P.C on social media 👍 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/koreanpizzaclub TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@koreanpizzaclub Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/koreanpizzaclub Discord: https://discord.gg/xNkureCYJK

What is it like to collaborate with a luxury brand? How are you invited to fashion shows in Paris, Milan, and New York? Do you get paid? What is the actual vibe like? Fashion & Beauty icons, influencers, identical Korean twins, Q2HAN reveal all the secrets behind luxury brand collabs and fashion shows. Also as Korean fashion influencers, they express their thoughts about the current Korean wave in the fashion industry as well. The twins share which Korean fashion brands are the trendiest nowadays! __ 🎤 Host: David Kim @justdavid_92 👫 Guests:  @Q2HAN  https://www.instagram.com/q2han/ __ 1️⃣ Korean Pizza Club All-in-one link https://linktr.ee/koreanpizzaclub __ 👍 Follow K.P.C on social media 👍 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/koreanpizzaclub TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@koreanpizzaclub Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/koreanpizzaclub Discord: https://discord.gg/xNkureCYJK

X:IN's Aria and Nova are in the studio to share their journey of becoming a K-pop idol, especially in the perspective of being a foreigner (respectively from India and Russia) which is still quite uncommon in the K-pop industry. Do they feel equally treated, are there any challenges, and what do they think K-pop is in this time and era? Aria and Nova share their unfiltered thoughts. ​Support the podcast and get early access, unedited full versions, exclusive bonus podcasts on Patreon - https://patreon.com/KoreanPizzaClub __ 🎤 Host: David Kim @justdavid_92 👫 Guests: Aria and Nova from @x.in_official __ 1️⃣ Korean Pizza Club All-in-one link https://linktr.ee/koreanpizzaclub