Recently, a video clip from YouTuber and musician Hyosang Live garnered much attention online from BTS‘s fandom, ARMY.
He revealed the impression of BTS in Korea, stating that they are no longer considered idols.
@ruisuga bts paved the way. (Hyosang live) #kpopfyp #kpop #bts #btspavedtheway ♬ original sound – ruisuga⁷
In Korea, the impression of BTS is no longer an idol. When they mention the list of people Koreans are proud of, BTS is included alongside Son Heung Min and Bong Joon Ho. They’re more like historical figures from Korea.
He added that although there were other popular artists, none reached that level.
What’s interesting is that even though BLACKPINK is super famous, I’ve never heard anyone say that about them. Actually, mabye a few times. But, sadly, BTS is kind of considered, not even Stray Kids, but only BTS. Not even BIGBANG. BIGBANG doesn’t even get to that level.
Compared to PSY, he felt the image they showed the world was different.
BTS is considered among those who have raised Korea’s international reputation in Korea. PSY, not really. Do you know why? It’s because, although he did sing ‘Gangnam Style’ and put the name Korea out there, the international image he showed to the world was more like a comedian. He’s a musician, but people considered him a one-song meme.
Fans agreed that despite all the hate they receive, they will always be living legends.
this is the actual fucking reality and everybody out there should just learn to deal with it! this is what it is, no matter how much you hate them or be jealous it just won’t change it. BTS is who everyone is proud of. they are the LIVING LEGENDS, learn to just accept it. https://t.co/5dsZB3yAql pic.twitter.com/zrRjTOnBLx
— koo.addiction (@strv_lighhtie) February 22, 2026
“bts is no longer considered as idol but one of the korea’s prime” man spilled facts and straight to the point im afraid this might summon kpop stans lol https://t.co/iYHts6FPn3 pic.twitter.com/OZ6Ga6A3Ok
— eianna⁷ ⊙⊝⊜ (@tkllanov) February 22, 2026
There are the 4 elite in sout korea.. https://t.co/e6lWWLiyg7 pic.twitter.com/T9yXNLXdqQ
— jungji💜💛 (@RConungan51504) February 22, 2026
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