beingpositivehere 97 Posted November 18, 2018 Share Posted November 18, 2018 I have been following kpop for more than 8 years and I used to think kpop as somewhat sparkling and fun. but as I grown up I was exposed to numerous news about depression and restrictions that some idols have to go through and come to realization that they’re jobs deal with constant stress and so many stereotypes that they have to fulfill. And their job is somewhat repetitive (practice, recording, perform, repeat) so it’s not really challenging. And to add things up, their salary isn’t really much based on the amount of work they’ve been through. I mean if we relate to schooling, 7-10 years of schooling if you do it right, you can earn phd or master degree, and in some respective field (what I know is finance and data analyst) you can achieve high amount salary, especially if you are experienced. But its not the case with idols, some idols can train until 7-9 years and still have high probability of failing although he/she has given their entire youth for the industry. And what I really emphasize is the routine of idols. I mean, if you do it for years (pratice, recording, performing) it’s not really challenging and you don’t really learn something new. So, in this case, it can be a bit boring. So, what do you guys think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liliana 7,771 Posted November 18, 2018 Share Posted November 18, 2018 I don’t think it’s boring, I do think it’s less pleasant and fun than people think it might be Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starsocks 7,986 Posted November 18, 2018 Share Posted November 18, 2018 They have to spend 10+ hours a day practicing even after they debut. The only real excitement comes when they're promoting, and even then they're surrounded by fans constantly which would be suffocating. They get barely any free time outside of the watchful eyes of the public and their management, and only get an hour or two of sleep each night. I think they're probably too busy and stressed out to be bored, but it's far from a glitzy and glamorous lifestyle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueNose 2,767 Posted November 18, 2018 Share Posted November 18, 2018 It’s probably anything but boring, I can I imagine all the tea that gets around from company to company plus all the jobs you will taking. I’d see it more as tiring, like an actual job but now you have the whole world watching Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hippolyta 572 Posted November 18, 2018 Share Posted November 18, 2018 i wouldnt call in ''boring'', more like lonely at times, planned to a tee- yes, but really ''boring'' isnt the right word to describe any entertainers life Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
love&pink 2,580 Posted November 18, 2018 Share Posted November 18, 2018 I don’t think it’s boring, I do think it’s less pleasant and fun than people think it might be Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beingpositivehere 97 Posted November 18, 2018 Author Share Posted November 18, 2018 It’s probably anything but boring, I can I imagine all the tea that gets around from company to company plus all the jobs you will taking. I’d see it more as tiring, like an actual job but now you have the whole world watching Oh yes we can think that way. But I also think of the way idols have fun, it’s very difficult to date openly and even when they are travelling some fans will surrounded them and disturb their peace. I also remember from some rookies interview, they are not allowed to hold their phones and go out alone even it is just minimarket, it’s suffocating in my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdtwfs 3,600 Posted November 18, 2018 Share Posted November 18, 2018 This is probably just me going off topic - if that's the case, I'm sorry!! One thing that I find it really weird is when idols call their schedule activites 'work'... which shouldn't be weird at all since it technically is work for them... but what I associate with 'work' is your typical office job. For instance, I've watched Rosé's livestreams and whenever she goes on business trips to Japan or New York she always says 'Hey guys, so I just came back from work' and I find it so funny. For us fans, we see it as a life of luxury but for idols/celebrities it's like any other job in which they have to overcome challenges and constant stress. So in a way, I guess they would find it boring? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grape Soda 12,004 Posted November 18, 2018 Share Posted November 18, 2018 Boring isnt the word since they are more than busy, exhausting is more like it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xoxo7 1,073 Posted November 18, 2018 Share Posted November 18, 2018 If you don't like a thing,you will find it boring Same with all the jobs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freya 7,202 Posted November 18, 2018 Share Posted November 18, 2018 Anything with a routine can seem boring. Idols seem to mix it up a bit though so doubtful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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