5 Best Friendships in K-Pop, Ranked From Okay to BFF Goals
The friendships that define the genre.
Even though the K-pop world is highly competitive and unforgiving, it doesn't prevent idols from forming friendships. Here are five remarkable best friends who have remained loyal to each other through thick and thin over the years:
5. Wheein and Hwasa
These two members of the girl band Mamamoo moved to Seoul together to chase their dreams of becoming idols. They've both enjoyed success over time without ever betraying or undermining each other. Their friendship has spanned over a decade, and they are often seen in public wearing matching jewelry and hiding matching tattoos beneath their clothing.
4. Sana and Bang Chan
If you believe friendship between different genders is impossible, then TWICE's Sana and Stray Kids' Bang Chan are here to debunk your view. This duo has been best friends for a considerable amount of time, and their unique chemistry and shared sense of humor have made them favorites with K-Pop fans.
3. Hyoyeon and Yuri
Two of the most vibrant members of Girls' Generation, Hyoyeon and Yuri, have known each other for over 20 years. Their closeness is evident - only the best friends can tease and mock each other the way they often do, leaving no room for animosity between true friends.
2. Chenle and Jisung
These two NCT members first met during the Chinese New Year celebrations. Initially, they faced a language barrier as Jisung didn't speak Chinese, while Chenle didn't speak Korean. Despite this significant hurdle, they became instant friends and later performed in the same band and later in its subdivision, NCT Dream.
1. Donghae and Eunhyuk
While all the previous friendships were quite endearing, none can hold a candle to the bond between Donghae and Eunhyuk, members of Super Junior and lead vocalists of the subdivision project Super Junior-D&E. They have known each other for over 20 years and made friends the moment they met. They still spend most of their free time together and proudly hold the title of the best friends in K-pop.