What Koreans Think of Foreigners who Love Korean culture(interviews)

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#1) because of Kpop and dramas some foreigners, who havent been to Korea, have certain fantasies/illusions/preconceived ideas about Korea and Korean people. What do you think about those foreigners?
2) What do you think of foreigners who like Korean culture?
3) what do you think of foreigners who speak fluent Korean and know the culture well?
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[@aurelie4136]

EXCUSE ME GUY AT 0:55 YOU ARE GORGEOUS DONT LET OTHER PEOPLE TELL YOU ANYTHING ELSE

[@ErojFeeding]

+Chef Franku ^^

[@eadenmcintyre6546]

yes he is!

[@carlystark5554]

Lol that's exactly what I thought

[@alisonmolina6670]

Yes, he was cute!

[@OohlalaHolly]

he was adorable, reminded me of my ex

[@sumayabermuda5541]

the microphone looks like a burrito

[@yenxni293]

😂true

[@veronikaelv]

lol i read this in Rudy Mancusos voice xD

[@shadowdancer_2705]

now i want something to eat

[@TheRealAniyaKing]

Sumaya Nicole who ever made this comment must have been extra hungry

[@marke9036]

George Hennen Same as most of you fantasies about Britain, US and most of the countries, I am in US, I know. But if everyone BELIEVE IT HARD ENOUGH, IT BECOME TRUE!!! Remember that!

[@imaminxkitty]

Ok. I have always been able to love kpop and kdrama without attaching South Korea directly to the overly romantic image portrayed in most of the media. I don't get why people don't understand this? Lol. Just like people who love Japanese pop culture think everything in Japan is "kawaii" and full of anime. No. NO. Lol.

[@imaminxkitty]

***** Nah, dude. It's cool. At least you understand. It's OK to appreciate a culture and the things that come from it people shouldn't associate what they know from a movie or two with the entire culture. For example the word "otaku" god I hate that word so much when people use it to categorize themselves. If people knew what that term was really associated with in Japan they would NOT use it. Otaku is an epidemic and normally looked down on in Japanese society. If someone went to Japan and claimed themselves an "otaku" people would laugh at them.

[@SarahBlue88]

Well their is a difference between being a weeb and being a otaku , being a.weeb is because you watch anime and love it you want to be in Japan you act like a Japanese girl some weebs think that any thing that's Japan related is a part of the otaku world ( being a weeb is not only just Japan or Korea being a weeb is basically being a wanna be for certain things) Being a otaku is basically a true anime fan , it's only for anime fans , being a otaku is to appreciate the author , and watch anime ,you might love Japan but not were the point you have high expectations

[@jeffreypampilon1216]

+imaminxkitty me to i love KDrama but need Eng Sub"XD Because i can't understand Korean language" that's why i need Eng sub"

[@nehwonmantor7266]

Finally I found someone with the same mind set as me

[@KatieRoady]

I've been to Japan many times and TBH it kinda is kawaii and anime everywhere. I'm half japanese

[@MrYsosad]

"we are not all idols" turns his head and looks sadly at the girl besides him.

[@badcat9096]

you my friend have a mean way of thinking ^^

[@marke9036]

RuyBlas Same as most of you fantasies about Britain, US and most of the countries, I am in US, I know. But if everyone BELIEVE IT HARD ENOUGH, IT BECOME TRUE!!! Remember that!

[@0SilentLeopard0]

"If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his language, that goes to his heart."

[@LeeMinOfficial]

I think race preference is okay.. but not to the point where you ONLY want that certain race or have unrealistic expectations from that race. I enrolled into a school last year and I met a girl who listened to K-Pop on the first day. She approached me and asked if I was Korean to which I said yes. her reply was "I knew it! I can tell just by looking at you"... The thing is, I DONT look like your average Korean as I'm mixed blood, so when I asked her what it was about me that made her think I was, she said just your "aura"... whatever that means? Anyways long story short, in the end she admitted that she was obsessed with Koreans after months of trying to convince me that it was nothing more than an interest.. Safe to say that I'm kind of turned off from hanging around with her.. as I feel like a novelty rather than a human being, by being around her...

[@guardianoftides2118]

I wish that all the obsessed asian (people) lovers out there would read this comment ^

[@NamoriOri]

I've met a few girls in my lifetime that were just as you had described. Situations where they will say, "Oh, I only listen to kpop," or "I really want a Korean boyfriend/girlfriend" or "I want to go to Korea because I want to meet _____(some kpop idol/group/actor or what have you)", have always made me feel uncomfortable. I look at these people and I shake my head because they don't seem to genuinely like the culture and the people for who they are, but rather they like the glamour and images that they see in the media (kpop/kdramas) and then they begin to create these false/unrealistic expectations. When it comes down to it, conversating with those kinds of people can get really uncomfortable especially when you are the people they are obsessed about. And I agree, it makes you feel like you have no real human value, like you're a trophy to be put on display. *Sigh*, But the only thing you can do is wish them the best and hope that one day they'll have a change of mind.

[@sissymayemaye]

Then YOU, Sir, are the person from whom I need insight (and you may wanna sit down, this may take a minute lol). Okay, I've been raked over the coals on several occasions when I've mentioned I have a preference for Asian men. Though, I state it is not to the exclusion of other nationalities, I still get accused of being racist again my "own people". I admit, there was a time when dating a Black man was repulsive to me, but that wasn't due to being racist, but was caused by some traumatic childhood experiences that I've since worked on. I now I exclude no one as long as he has the qualities I want. Now, here's where I need your insight (if you're willing to give it lol). Even though my interest in Asian men is fairly recent, to me, it is NOT a fad. There was a time I didn't find Asian men attractive at all, but getting to know Asian culture has in turn created a fondness in my heart for their features. So here's my question: IF--and I am well aware the chances are slim to none, but--IF I met an Asian guy who also had all the qualities I want, how to I make him understand that I love his features without it sounding like what your friend was doing to you? I mean, I want him to know I love his almond-shaped eyes WITHOUT him thinking that's the ONLY reason I'd love him. You being on the other side of such a compliment could give me great insight on how that would make a guy feel. Cuz the last thing I'd want to do is finally meet my dream guy, then creep him out. Thanks for whatever help you're willing to give 😊.

[@LeeMinOfficial]

Sissy maye maye First of, I just want to say that those who call you racist are ignorant and are completely misusing that word... People have preferences and that's okay, but as long as it's not due to false fascination that you may have picked up from somewhere then it's okay.. I myself prefer to only date Asian girls (but I have dated others before), that doesn't mean I'm racist to other people and their ethnicity... it just means that I have a preference, as I'm sure other people in the world will too. Now to properly answer your question, you DON'T NEED TO "make" him know that your fascination in Asians are not pure... if your attraction to Asians are pure then it should just be obvious and they should be able to pick it up. If it's for a bad reason then that too should be obvious, I mean you can be sneaky about it.. but in the end it will most likely come out (like in the case of that girls who I mentioned in my original post). Just be yourself.. if your qualities and such attracts him then that should be enough. Love and attraction shouldn't have to be about proving a point or whatever, it should just be. So like I said, just be yourself, if he thinks your feelings are genuine and he's attracted to you, then no matter what race, ethnicity, religion or whatever.. if he or she feels that it's genuine then it should work out. (And of course, if it's right). I hope that helped... sorry, I'm not really knowledgeable when it comes to relationships and what not >

[@LeeMinOfficial]

YongRa Ssi I just kind of have a low tolerance for people like that.... I mean if you genuinely love my culture and my people then I am more than happy to support your love and such.. but if it's purely due to idols and / or the Entertainment Industry in Korea... then that's just wrong. Some girls / boys literally turn the Korean / Asian race into a fetish... and that's just.. not right. It makes us feel lousy and even used. I've had instances where people only wanted to be friends with me because I was Asian / Korean and in the end, well the friendship just didn't end nicely.

[@bonbonbonny]

I got into Korean, Japanese and Chinese culture, because of the music and things like that. But, I didn't just sit here and think that's all there was to it. I don't get how people can be so obsessed with ONLY the music or have this fantasy that everything is anime, k-dramas and rice/noodles. Not only is that disrespectful and racist, but it's also just stupid because there are SO many amazing and different things about the aspects of all Asian countries. Also, I know not all Korean and Japanese people look the same, obviously, but I've seen a lot of them (famous and not) and they're extremely attractive. From the ones that I have seen, they have very beautiful features, female and male.

[@nurlindafsihotang49]

it's impossible to learn languages without get it wrong or being laugh at. we just have to tough it up, and presevere, and humble enough if we accidentally using wrong phrases that offend people. usually they (the natives) pretty understanding

[@LemonGumdr0pz]

It's not really racist to only be interested in one aspect of a culture because that might just be a person's own opinion of something they really like, and they might not be interested in learning about the culture further, which is perfectly ok.

[@bonbonbonny]

Phan Lestell No no, I didn't mean THAT was racist. I meant that thinking Asia is only "small eyes" (I've heard people say this before and wow is it annoying), noodles, sushi, kpop, and anime. People actually think that's all there is to it and to me, it's disrespectful cuz it's like saying black people only have gangs, dark skin, the hood, drugs, and soul food. It's like they're saying there's nothing more to the culture than the stereotypes, you know?

[@nurlindafsihotang49]

Btw, most my african decends, or just plainly african american coallagues without being rude, just stated the facts, dont spoke like the hood gangster. They spoke with a soft and pretty much standart american accent. They are lawyers afterall.

[@LemonGumdr0pz]

+Nala Necromancy ah yes yes of course: my bad; I misunderstood

[@EriTheeAries]

Because of Kpop I have branched into and I am learning other parts of korean culture. There are ups and downs but overall it so interesting to take a peek into another culture outside of my own. It's not easy though ESPECIALLY the language like I'm still figuring out where to put 이/가 and after a year I finally kinda understand 은/는. Lol but I feel it's all worth it. Thank you for the amazing upload

[@derpcrewdarin2481]

Had I be hungry right now I would have said: Fuck the idols screw the culture and gimme that kimchi and that ttebokki(I'm pretty sure I spelled it wrong). I'm learning Korean though and I am loving how good I am at languages. I know English Spanish and Japanese as well.

[@geowhit88]

Rokhyun MyBias this website was everything to me when I started learning Korean: www.talktomeinkorean(DOT)com/lessons/l1l9/

[@hideprinces9450]

you should see talk tl me in korean, they explain that there, 이/가 are topic making particles and 은/는 are subject making particles:) as far as i know

[@xMoto2014]

은/는 and 이/가 is one of the most frustrating things ever. The difference is so subtle that it's almost impossible to actually learn when to use each one by studying the difference. Instead it just comes from hearing lots of examples of Korean sentences. I'm still learning and still struggle to use 은/는 and 이/가 properly all the time.

[@geowhit88]

Andrew 입니다 I didn't get it either until one day it just made perfect sense. If the hangeul word ends in a consonant you use the subject marker that begins with a vowel and vice versa.

[@Koko24250]

I just...I just don't understand why people would think all Korea s look like idols...I dnt get it all black people don't look like Beyonce or ciara. I sure as hell dont look remotely similar to them but yet I get the "you look like rihanna, you look so exotic" a lot when visiting the US. Thats a big problem of being a person of colour we're only used and liked for fetish reason and when they're bored we're still standing here black/asian/hispanic/latin/etc

[@angelofpurity1992]

I wish I looked like Beyonce TT_TT lol

[@Koko24250]

Renita McCall I don't hate my Queen bey but I'd rather look like how I'm supposed to look like and that is myself

[@ambrebadhippie]

I think people who rely on the media and the entertainment industry believe that the the way a specific ethnicity or race is represented is representative of how they really look like and behave which is obviously wrong ! Relying on how the media presents people only lead to misconception and ignorance because it only intentionally highlights certain points of the reality and ignores others. for instance, people who have interest in Korea but only for their Korean Dramas and K-pop have a misconception of how life in Korea really is like and how people really look like and they omit that Korean culture has much more to it than just those 2 aspects. Or people who have a fetish for black women because they only look up to how they're over-sexualized in the media and presented as sexual objects in music videos etc. But I could go on with basically any stereotypes or misconceptions people tend to have about other countries and cultures by only relying on the media. Another example: people who think that Africa is just a big country with people living in poverty and in huts near wild animals when in fact it is a huge continent with many countries that have their specific cultures, customs, cuisine and lots of different languages etc but since they've never gone there, their perspective is ignorant and definitely misconceived. ***** (Btw Beyoncé is Queen but she is not representative of how black women look like. some are curvier, some thinner, some lighter, some darker, some with natural hair, some with relaxed hair, some with weaves and we should appreciate our differences and embrace them instead of thinking that looking like Queen B or Ciara is the only type of beauty standards for black woman ! They are gorgeous indeed but they are not representative!)

[@angelofpurity1992]

***** I have no problem with the way I look, but I'd be lying if I said I didn't have parts of myself that I wanted to change.

[@Koko24250]

Renita McCall We all do that's a part of life, i just dislike being compared, I want to fix what I want to fix because I dislike not to become something I'm not and I think if someone is trying to change it should be for themselves and not someone else

[@junicorn5469]

0:55 I think he is very handsome ^^

[@editazilinskyte3681]

that's what i thought! He is so gorgeous and then say's he's not... LIES!

[@RowanBuchananroabie]

I agree. He's actually a great looking dude, lmao. Poor guy doesn't seem very confident in himself, though.

[@rayx2498]

LeiaKiss you gay nigguh

[@SparkleandPop]

I became interested as a result of the music, but since then I've very much enjoyed the variety shows, the humour, style, food and become interested in a lot of other aspects of culture. For me it's just one of those must visit places because of all the interesting things to do and place to visit. I wouldn't say I have any fantasies about what it's like, I'd just really like to visit and experience it for myself.

[@jannette2458]

i relate

[@llaniwilliams159]

same.

[@alejya1377]

Sparkle&Pop I can relate

[@l4vendxr]

Sparkle&Pop ayy same

[@rainclouds3348]

Exactly

[@BayleeBubble]

Learning Korean is not easy, but I will keep trying.

[@anonumosGirl]

Good Luck! :)

[@vitamins00]

+Vanessa Riddle How's the korean going?

[@BayleeBubble]

to be honest, I have not been keeping up with it as exam week for me is here.

[@JuliaBunBunnyBunnies]

How about now?

[@BayleeBubble]

I have been try different apps, and free online learning, but so far its been a battle.

[@JoshuaJonesTheKpoppingPanda]

You should make Koreans react to Kpop reactions

[@thechoice301]

+Joshua Jones THATS A GREAT IDEA!!!

[@kidkatbify]

YYEESS

[@nurulatiqah6158]

+1

[@lauriannahb.2723]

yes please

[@sunrai407]

Oh lord 😂😂😂

[@Serendipity1022]

Korea seems like a very humble country based on what I heard in this video :)

[@JustinDykstra]

I don't know why but I can't stop laughing while looking at the burrito microphone

[@juanabarajas1271]

dont get your hopes up koreaboo's

[@rbx211]

+Juana Barajas That's why it's referred to as fantasies

[@marke9036]

Juana Barajas Same as most of you fantasies about Britain, US and most of the countries, I am in US, I know. But if everyone BELIEVE IT HARD ENOUGH, IT BECOME TRUE!!! Remember that!

[@christywakeen229]

I don't have fantasies about other countries, I respect the cultures and I like learning more about them

[@4rtsyval]

tell em'!

[@annajuan9221]

I love these kind of videos where you kind of interview people!^w^

[@MrsMeganMoon]

thanks for watching and supporting I appreciate it! :)

[@meganeleven1994]

I went to Korea before I got into Korean drama and pop. That trip to Korea got me into Korean drama and pop. However, I am absolutely in love with Korea's culture, From loud eating and the rude 아줌마. I love the environment and food. And walking down the streets in Korea was amazing. I'm currently learning Korean and I'm proud to say that I can understand some conversations from K-dramas without subs :) I really hope to revisit Korea

[@sk0vik]

am i the only one who notices how Korean people say their names like they're not sure that's actually their name??

[@b.m2876]

yaas

[@lilxgremlinyeet2751]

BRUH H H H yess 😂

[@vaelog]

BRUH H H H actually it's like that because they're trying to pronounce it can be more understandable...

[@marke9036]

Same as most of you fantasies about Paris, Britain, US and most of the countries, I am in US, I know. But if everyone BELIEVE IT HARD ENOUGH, IT BECOME TRUE!!! Remember that!

[@Louffydances4life]

Lmaoo yess they be taking a slight pause

[@CrownofRa]

I'd never really had an interest in Korea until I studied in Japan and visited during my summer holidays and Korea was amazing. Comparatively Japan met some of my expectations, but failed many. Korea on the other hand blew me away, it made me wish I had majored in Korean.

[@kierakaru]

oh my lord that poor guy who said, "if you look at me you will know" or whatever! I just wanted to give him a hug. XDDDD I didn't know if I should laugh or cry, hahaha

[@sunnygirly2k4]

kierakaru IKR? He's cute IMO.

[@marke9036]

kierakaru The correct answer is: same as most of you fantasies about Paris, Britain, US and most of the countries, I am in US, I know. But if enough people BELIEVE IT HARD ENOUGH, IT BECOME TRUE!!! Remember that! Spread the word. Fantasies are stuff we created to satisfy our OWN NEED, it's neccessary!

[@Berrybrri]

It kinda pisses me off that there are people who just like Korea ONLY because of K-Pop and K-Drama.

[@Jay-nj1rq]

I mean it doesn't piss me off... Is a person who likes kpop supposed to hate korea? I also don't think you are required to learn an entire country's history just to listen to a song that isn't in english. I think it's good just to take that first step in broadening one's horizons

[@alisonbermejo2343]

People just have to be open minded to things. Because of Kpop I got very interested in the culture and I became friends with a lot of Koreans because I bonded with them because of Kpop. I love how international helps me be-friends with people from other countries.

[@juliee]

0:51 he was joking, right? because wtf he is a very good looking guy

[@MrsMeganMoon]

Korean standards of attractiveness and foreigners is different haha! I think he is just average here

[@meyer3838]

Yeah, you won't believe it lol. My friend told me Lucy liu is not pretty because she looks like a regular asian. Lol. Like really?

[@xxyjxx1031]

He also has a youtube channel~

[@iamme9185]

Jennifer Reynoso I think your friend's telling you very honest opinion. in case of Lucy Liu, she is not that attractive in Asians perspective. not only in Koreans'. because she is just average. not that Charm or Ugly just mediocre just like a pebble on the beach not that special.

[@estherkim6895]

On the other hand there are several Americans who may not agree with the Korean standard of beauty. I have plenty of male and female friends (Americans) who have seen photos and videos of the "hot" Korean idols that they think are just cute but didn't think they were all that drop dead gorgeous. But most of these guys withhold Victorias Secret type looking women as their ultimate fantasy girls. Another example of beauty being subjective. I saw a photo of Angelina Jolie that Koreans have photoshopped to make her look more attractive for Korean standards. The final results were compared with the original photos and I personally didn't find the doctored photos to be attractive. They made her cheeks more rounder making her look more cute taking away any of the angular shape of her facial bone structure. Her face was was shorter as they reduced her chin, eyes rounder and they made her lips a lot smaller. Too bad I can't find the link to this photo so I can share with you all.

[@AwkwardLuc1]

This video was really insightful for me!! Thank you so much for taking the time to do this. I've been learning Korean at my university since last fall and I wasn't sure how people in Korea would perceive that... I feel a lot more reassured after watching this and my desire to go to Korea doesn't feel so crazy now. Keep up the great videos :D

[@pilarintechnicolor]

This video was so cute, they are so nice and have a positive attitude ^_^ I liked their mindset of appreciating that other people appreciate their culture/language and that they seem genuinely thankful for the interest. Very nice ^_^

[@janemarie5538]

This video was so good!! My expectations were kind of high when I first visited Korea, but my "dreamland" didn't crush down, actually it just became reality. I think if you'd go there only because of kpop without knowing anything about the culture, behavior, food or the country...then your unrealistic "dreams" would be crushed. I truly love Korea for what it really is. Beautiful country and people.

[@f0rever1]

idk if you already made a video about this but i would love to see a "what koreans REALLY think about idols" video since i been hearing and reading a lot that they think of idols on the lowest tier of the entertainment industry i have no idea if thats true or not buuut i would love and appreciate to know

[@f0rever1]

+Lm Lm this is very informative, thank you ☺

[@dylanakent]

I think this is very similar to the way people feel about NYC or Hollywood. The streets are not paved with gold, everyone is not famous. Living and surviving in NYC is really hard for the average person. You can walk down the same streets and look at the same stores but very few people are living like the movies or Sex in the City. Tourists see one thing because they're only here a few days and real NYers experience something very different. And famous people are just as messed up as everybody else. It's best to take things one day at a time, one experience at a time, no matter where you are.

[@dylanakent]

I can't tell you how many people from other places have wanted to be my friend over the years, go out with me, hang out with me, etc. simply because I am a NYer. I can spot them a mile off now. It's weird. They think something magical is going to happen to them simply by association.

[@marke9036]

Dylan A. Kent Maya The Queen The correct answer is: same as most of you fantasies about Paris, Britain, US and most of the countries, I am in US, I know. But if enough people BELIEVE IT HARD ENOUGH, WORK HARD ENOUGH. ANYTHING BECOME TRUE!!! Remember that! Spread the word. Fantasies are stuff we created to satisfy our OWN NEED, it's neccessary!

[@himawarimemory2122]

they all gave very thoughtful answers! it was nice to hear they are welcoming to foreigners :)

[@miscbliss]

Omg the guy who was talking about communicating with foreigners so that they are not seen as the "other" but as Korean made me tear up! I'm living here right now and always feel a bit like a weirdo (because I can't speak Korean like you, in fact barely at all) so when people are kind and open like that it melts my heart. I know I am the n00b in this scenario (and really need to learn Korean lol) but I do think it shows how kind the Korean people are in general. I have had some really amazing experiences here where people have gone out of their way to be nice to me, and it's really heartening to see this positive attitude broadcast around the world. Well done for doing these interviews, they are really interesting to watch :) Thank you!

[@raylessandrelucent]

Excellent video Megan!!

[@MrsMeganMoon]

thanks for watching!! Been a while!!! Miss you much!!

[@ThisBunnyFlies]

Lol the guy in the hood seemed like the most laid back person ever 😂

[@jasmineelhorri8462]

I love ur name and ur profile also that guy is from an indie rock band lol

[@ThisBunnyFlies]

Thank you! ^^ And Really?? That's cool! Do you know the name of the band?

[@jasmineelhorri8462]

umm cant remember now soz but check other comments on vid they know

[@anonumosGirl]

no brain

[@marke9036]

BTS Bruh That BTS trash laying on the ground is me Same as most of you fantasies about Paris, Britain, US and most of the countries, I am in US, I know. But if enough people BELIEVE IT HARD ENOUGH, IT BECOME TRUE!!! Remember that!

[@beanem6660]

I think it's really nice that Koreans are more accepting of people who are trying to learn more about their culture, whereas in certain places you get sorta bashed for wanting to learn about a culture other than your own. It's a bit sad that people can be like "Oh, you only like Japanese things because of anime," or "Oh, you only like Korea because of k-dramas or k-pop" when really those are just some of the nice things that come along with learning about the culture, though there are some people who are really obsessive and do only like those things. I respect South Korean culture and am pretty interested in learning the language, though it's tough, and more about the culture just due to liking it and hopefully traveling there when I get older lol.

[@koolerz1234]

I like when you do these interviews it gives insight of what they think but of course not every one is opened still 😊 i got a freakkng heart attack when i saw the B.A.P thing my boys 😭💖💖

[@MrsMeganMoon]

hahaha!

[@xkvsr]

Yeaaah the sameee here..when I saw b.a.p hahha :)

[@lamaddussa]

i would like to hear random korean people's views about plastic surgery and physical appearance. korea has a reputation for an obsession with physical appearance, and extremely high rates of plastic surgery, so when i look at some korean people i wonder if i'm seeing what korean people really look like, or something artificial. i wonder what the average korean thinks about this.

[@gerito2348]

Yes I agree .

[@LeeMinOfficial]

It depends where you live. But since 1/3 of Koreas population is in Seoul... Most people are OKAY with Plastic surgery, however my friends and some of my family don't like it... Generally it's accepted, but only a certain amount... and no one really specifies that amount because... well it varies with the individual. I'm okay with surgery as I plan on getting some work done myself, but my sisters are against it and so are some of my friends. To answer your question properly, the general population LIKES to think that they're against it... but due to the popularity of it and how widely accepted it is.. Most just go along with it. Very few are vocal and are against it.

[@guardianoftides2118]

최이민 You said: ''Generally it's accepted, but only a certain amount.'' can you maybe tell us more about what the certain amount is?

[@lamaddussa]

최이민 thanks! i'd love to hear some on-the-street interviews to get a sense of the variety of viewpoints. do you think that most koreans can tell, when they see someone on the street, whether they've had plastic surgery or not?

[@LeeMinOfficial]

mad dusa We have a saying in Korea that if they look like an idol or someone famous that they've had a procedure done xD Of course this isn't completely accurate, but it's just the general tool that we use to guess.. because well, you can only really know someone has done it if you asked them yourselves (or if it's really obvious). Also you would find that a lot of people would wear masks (on days where it doesn't require one) probably had something done.

[@sprruu]

No. I refuse to believe that not all Korean guys look like G-Dragon. DON'T MESS WITH MY FANTASIES!! ....'cause, you know, all Americans look like Taylor Swift and Brad Pitt XD

[@seherm.5591]

stop.

[@sprruu]

Wut? o_o

[@Adam-xy4ny]

Cat And all of us english wear suits, speak like the queen and just drink tea all day.

[@sprruu]

I knew it! XD

[@seherm.5591]

***** i'm pretty sure they're a koreaboo... that's why they think like that

[@Kurouzuri]

Hey, any swedes around? :D Has anyone else noticed that book by Jonas Jonasson on the shelf behind the guy with glasses? They blue and orange one? It's called "the 100 year old man who climbed out of the window and dissapeared". I love how a book by a swedish author turns up randomly in an interview on the other side of the world. If you're reading this, give it a read, it's really quite funny! Totally recommend it! :)

[@hihihi6263]

It's quite famous in korea!. I read it too:-)

[@cabbageisgreat545]

Ahh, we watched it at school the other day (I'm Swedish)! It was quite enjoyable.

[@cantthinkofanamedamn2740]

+The Nomadic Wallfower Känner mig blind nu som inte märkte det!

[@sixpoundernix]

+The Nomadic Wallfower I'm Norwegian and I watched the movie last year :)

[@LeSweetpea]

Love these!!!!

[@Amna2662]

Someone take me to korea!!!!!😢

[@marke9036]

Beauty Rush 최이민 Same as most of you fantasies about Britain and US and most of the countries, I am in US, I know. But if everyone BELIEVE IT HARD ENOUGH, IT BECOME TRUE!!! Remember that!

[@Joseph-fb7cb]

No

[@donnarodney8770]

I would but I'm broke

[@eden7621]

Weeb

[@strudelh]

Eden Douglas i think you have the wrong fandom my good sir

[@greenjohnay]

This is a must watch video fot all Kpop lovers, Korean Culture Lovers, and all things Asian Lovers. This video is very good! Well done!

[@MrsMeganMoon]

thanks for watching! :)

[@greenjohnay]

ChoNunMigookSaram You're welcome ^.^

[@Nanancay]

I'm not a huge Kpop fan but FOR MOST I bet that they'll still think it's the best country in the world LOL - the fantasy doesn't end when you go to the country, and even if it's less desirable, they'll find a way to make it even more desirable than it was before. A good example is Korean men, a lot of them ARE good looking, but if they weren't exposed to Kpop they probably wouldn't find them that attractive (this is with all asians though, I swear people thought we were like the least attractive race before kpop and now it's like ASIANS WOW). Now everyone goes crazy over them HAHAHA

[@gr8fashionfever]

Stop making it sound like the korean race is the majority of asia don't forget asians are also pakistanis, indians, chinese and a lot more but we asians aren't considered good looking.

[@jureepuppy2729]

so true. no one even gave a fuck, before.

[@Nanancay]

gr8fashionfever I didn't think it sounded like I was saying Koreans are the majority of asians what LOL, I'm Chinese and I realised that BEFORE Kpop even I didn't find asian guys that attractive. The squinty eye thing wasn't attractive to me or to a LOT of people, but now having squinted eyes doesn't matter because Kpop changed the game. Now people are like 'Why are they getting double eyelid surgery, they should keep their eyes - whoever thinks they're ugly is stupid!' But those people are the people that never liked them before.I should've said East-Asians then, the ones that people call 'oriental.'

[@Nanancay]

joori candy I'm glad for fans of Kpop or everyone who wants Kpop to get a better rep, but people are turning them into some crazy overblown fetish and they don't even realise it. I saw some people on tumblr calling their idols 'real life anime boys' and treating them like gods. The whole situation is just really weird right now LOL

[@purple-giraffe7862]

I found them attractive and have been interested in their cultures before I even got into Kpop...

[@mzellesecrets5904]

Despite Dramas, What I like about them in real life is their "modesty" ! I liked when that woman said that foreigners have to experience life in Korea in order to give their real opinions about it ! I liked the Idea! Being in Korea will make things clearer & funnier :D ! Hoping for that :). Thank u Megan again for the efforts. We appreciate it very much :).

[@MrsMeganMoon]

i appreciate you watching. thanks much! :)

[@marke9036]

Mzelle Secrets The correct answer is: same as most of you fantasies about Paris, Britain, US and most of the countries, I am in US, I know. But if enough people BELIEVE IT HARD ENOUGH, IT BECOME TRUE!!! Remember that! Spread the word. Fantasies are stuff we created to satisfy our OWN NEED, it's neccessary!

[@tessw9744]

Mark E My goal is to go through the comments section to see how many times you copy and pasted the same silly comment. SMH

[@heartofhope1149]

Is it bad that I don't even know if I like the culture or not??? Like, I really really really want to learn the language because I think it's so beautiful and it's basically music to my ears. Plus, there are certain more modern things in Korea such as cuisine and housing and schooling that I believe are way more efficient and useful than where I live and really want to experience that... But at the same time I really like kpop and dramas and I just feel like I'm offending everyone by doing so... Of course I don't think all of Korea is just drama and kpop based but I also don't know that much and I'm trying to educate myself... (Excuse my worrywart comment, I just really hate offending people or making their culture feel so underrated)

[@user-gl8kk9wx3i]

It's fine, it won't be offensive :) You'll be welcomed

[@badcat9096]

Aaaah which country are you from? Because the school system is not all that great. I too like the structure in general and the pride in schools, as well as the school clubs but not having grades on how much you participate in class or not discussing much and having only the teacher talk most of the time is not good either. Not to mention the higher student suicide rate because of the higher pressure put on students. A western asian mix would be great sometimes. I am from germany by the way ^^

[@Jay-nj1rq]

this comment is so real. I think that it's totally fine to like something from a foreign country without becoming that countries expert. its also ok if you choose to learn more about a culture because of something simple like their music. that doesn't mean that you are romanticizing their country. it just means you are brave enough to like something outside your culture, even when people are still so sensitive when someone likes something not from their country, or when someone not from their country likes something from theirs. You should never feel guilty about having an interest that originates from somewhere else :)

[@chibiangel9113]

I was wondering, do Koreans mind if when we speak korean, we sometimes mess up? I'm only just starting to learn korean and i'm scared i'll offend people if I say the wrong thing or if I can't pronunciation stuff right >.< T.T

[@kohai8676]

I think, if they just know that you're a foreigner they will definitely understand that you may make mistakes, and by that mistakes, you will learn too how to not make them anymore, I think that's how it works and a few days ago I was thinking the same because I couldn't handle a conversation without, you know, sounding weird at all but if we really try to do things well, things will suddenly work!

[@chibiangel9113]

Rize Kamishiro Thx

[@chibiangel9113]

***** Thats true but the problem is that Korea isn't exactly used to "non-korean people". I live in australia and its multicultural so its quite common if someone can't speak english as well :( In korea, you only see a foreigner and once in awhile.

[@chibiangel9113]

***** WHAT??!? no way! I live in melbourne and people are always super sweet, im vietnamese btw (background) . I have never seen someone racist in my lifetime...

[@syoungcyipo2213]

+Chibi Angel never ever worry about it. even if you make some mistake, korean may think it's cute. racism exist in everywhere and in korea too.. however, i've never heard about hate crime - any kind of violence towards foreigners like western country- in korea.

[@Fancynancytv]

I like the first dude he seems really mysterious hehe

[@angelinegallivan]

He could pass for an idol lol

[@MimiesaILY]

B.A.P is my bias group and it made me so happy when you added that thing at the end! THANK YOU~! By the way, I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS SO MUCH.

[@thedeomon]

I love these interviews please do more! It's honestly the best insight I've seen as far as Korean's perspectives. Since we can't be there it's cool to hear their views on things and it also gives a better depiction on Koreans instead of everything being about K-Pop and K-Dramas.

[@soshisoju7512]

omg it's FireGirlUzi! shes amazing , im so glad you put her in the video , i didn't even know that you knew her ! thanks so much for the video ! ♡

[@audreywalter6098]

I looked at the comments just to see if it was her omg

[@soshisoju7512]

***** i did , i am the first comment to mention you , glad you noticed ! (:

[@bobematre1522]

I felt responsibilities. i was a bit worried that some people could generalize koreans just because of my behavior which I never meant it in bad a way. im trying to correct myself if im being closed. and I could say that "foreign fans are influencing me just as they are being influenced by Korean culture" (and I think that I was influenced in a good way for being more opened than I used to be ^^)

[@EverRose64]

I look forward to these interviews with random Koreans so much! I'm so glad you starting making these videos! Thank you! By the way your channel is the best!

[@namedx413]

Another awesome video, Megan! Thank you for doing these interviews; they're a lot of fun in a grounded kinda way!

[@mistyeclipsesone5629]

Anyone else think the guy in the sunglasses was hot?

[@user-iw2mv5xz6q]

mistyeclipse sone his voice is so hot

[@marke9036]

mistyeclipse sone The correct answer is: same as most of you fantasies about Paris, Britain, US and most of the countries, I am in US, I know. But if enough people BELIEVE IT HARD ENOUGH, IT BECOME TRUE!!! Remember that! Spread the word. Fantasies are stuff we created to satisfy our OWN NEED, it's neccessary!

[@angelinegallivan]

Yes! He got so little airtime though

[@yunozoldyck4275]

I'm seeing all these comments about Koreaboos and I just started getting into Kmusic ( mostly khiphop and rap ) and maybe two kdramas because I thought the language sounded really pretty and flowed well ( which makes me want to learn it, even though I won't really use it) and I wish to learn more about Koraen culture besides that. I really do not want to somehow evolve into a Koreaboo, I find it disgusting that people turn race into a fetish, just like loving someone just for their looks. I really hope that I never become someone who would be as low as befriending someone just for being Korean not even for their personality, because that is really low.

[@kimberlyadams2078]

That's why whenever people ask me, "Oh, so you're a Koreaboo?" (as I do watch dramas, listen to music, and learn the language), I tell them no, because all I am is a culture enthusiast who doesn't glorify a race and only wants to learn, not obsess. Huge difference.

[@yunozoldyck4275]

+Lm Lm Yes, I plan to learn more about the Korean culture as a whole, as I know that just music and dramas are not the entire culture, just a small part.. plus their food's really good

[@nurlindafsihotang49]

+Kimberly Adams 2nd that. not only asians language (I'm in effort learning a farsi/persian, arabic, tamil, hindi, Japanese, korean, mandarin and Cantonese), I learned nederlands (no, dont say dutch, Deutsche is germany in Netherlands language, and they hate it when being called dutch), french, some Italian/latin, modern and the classic/dead tounge, guess most people said to me? I'm a foreigner-wife-wannabe. like wtf? is it wrong to love different cultures and tried to understand them trough language? I'm aiming to be multiple-language-speaker, and no, I respect but not blind to up/down side the culture of nations that I've learning the language from. I'm still an Indonesian triugh and trough, really, judgemental and racism should be assesed as social sickness :v

[@kimberlyadams2078]

Nurlinda F Sihotang Wow, you're so ambitious!

[@nurlindafsihotang49]

+Kimberly Adams is it? I think it is more of necessity to be, seeing our world becomes a global village. didn't european and in north america is included in basic education to at least learn france and spanish? too bad in Indonesia, the curriculum tomlearn Netherlands, and Japanese are only in 70 and 80s era, before my time

[@GamersForTruth]

So after watching a few videos I gotta admit. I'm very happy I found this channel. I've always had an interest in Korean culture. And seeing that you have so many videos about it. Make me really excited for the upcoming videos. Knowing that I can expand my knowledge and have an even better understanding of Korean culture thanks to your videos is really awesome. Keep it up!

[@AngDiLoveRock]

I love this video! :) And thanks for sharing the B.A.P anniversary project

[@Ashley-vd6es]

I really enjoyed this video. In fact, I find all of your interview videos interesting. It's great to see some Korean's perspective. I think it's interesting that the general consensus about foreigners with fantasies is that they should be able to separate fantasy from reality. In all honesty, it's not really fair to place high expectations on Korean people due to what's shown in Korean dramas and Kpop. This did get me thinking about another question you could ask for next time. Do Korean people generally interact with foreigners with an open mind? Do Korean people have any -slightly unrealistic- expectations of foreigners? (Or do they have any expectations when visiting other countries in a way that's similar to foreigners and Korea?) Does the "average" Korean apply the same principle from above to foreigners and other countries, a principle that some Koreans hope foreigners will apply to Korea? You get what I mean? I feel like the general answer would be yes, but maybe there are better questions that will allow more in depth responses on this topic. Of course, we can't hear every Korean persons response; however, it'll be fun to hear from a few. I can't remember if you've done anything like this, but it's an idea. Keep up the interviews. They're very insightful.

[@MsNekoKarah]

I'm half Korean and I have nothing wrong with people liking Korean culture or music however it's the people who basically consume themselves in kpop and kdrama basically fight people over it, is where I cross the line. I feel like they are really scary people and take everything to the extreme for example there is this drama it was playful kiss there are two other versions Japanese and Chinese but their only reason for liking the Korean one is because of Kim hyung joong!!! Like come it's scary that people obsess over they're bias to a point they bully other people!!!! I occasionally watch kpop mv then go to read the comments and it's usually this huge drama of foreign people saying stuff. Other than that I think it's cool when people like Korean stuff like food or culture or even just the language !! But they still stay true to themselves as individuals :)!!!

[@MrsMeganMoon]

In that case they are just crazy haha! there are crazy fans for every music artist or movie or anything you can be a fan of not just Kpop. In terms of super crazy people there are even Koreans in Korea who are crazy and obsess over famous people. Its not just a problem with Kpop fans. :) And people with that type of obsessive personality if it wasnt Kpop will probably be obsessing over something. Not defending them just saying my 2 cents ha.

[@meyer3838]

Hahahahahahaha I know what you mean actually! I met some people like that, I went to a meet and greet for famousamos (wookong) and these girls were like all talking about their "bias" and going crazy over like a music album in a store. I thought they were nice people, until that happened, I got a little scared because they were going crazy over like an album a freaking album. Lol. Idk. I don't get it! But they were nice. Just too crazy for me.

[@EnglishMandy]

I agree with every word what you've just said. This is quite typical and concerns me, but I've seen many kpop fans (Mostly my friends) wanting to learn Korean just because they are hearing a handsome kpop singer on stage. Imo, I don't find this conventional, but as you've stated, I find it more conventional if people want to learn the language for cultural and academic reasons. There is nothing wrong with liking biases, but learning a language just for that sole reason is unconventional in my perspective. :P

[@teleriferchnyfain]

Oh, I'm old enough to remember Beatle Mania - in fact the current Hallyu culture w/the fan groups etc reminds me STRONGLY of that :D I can relate LOL

[@razroozpink]

"they are really scary people">>>> 😳😳are we! ..ok! i hear it from my parents too 😆

[@coolgirllll20]

Amazing as always ^_^ ~ Thank you Megan ! Keep up the great videos ! ^_^

[@diskea]

I loved how everyone said that its a good thing that foreigners learn korean so we can share each other's culture. I totally agree. We are all human and must learn from each other. AMAZING VIDEO!!! You inspire me

[@RGLover641]

Just saw your pic on instagram with your abs :o You look sooo good!! You think you can do a video on your nutrition and fitness routine?

[@ohasia9446]

OMG! That was Bbogle from No Brain! Hahahaha Good hearing him talking, for once. ^^

[@MrsMeganMoon]

haha yes it was

[@williamdigiacomo8900]

+ChoNunMigookSaram just as we only see k-pop, I feel that Korean see americans as all wealthy. I want to move to korea, but I'm not wealthy at all and I'm scared of moving to a new country. Are there jobs for the average American out there?

[@kpop-army6665]

+ChoNunMigookSaram were

[@UhhKawaiiNe]

I love those interviews! They give us an extra view inside Korea :) please continue doing them

[@mmmilaaa]

I'm obsessed with your videos!!! Thanks Meg :)

[@joubertemilfort2114]

I think if you're going to a foreign country you should have realistic expectations. Think of your own country. The US isn't like an episode of Pretty Little Liars or Gossip Girl. Not every guy walking down the street is gonna look like Brad Pitt. Just because I'm black doesn't mean I personally know Lil Wayne or Beyonce

[@sophiayamagughi]

or obama lolol

[@johannag5403]

It's just funny how in the rest of the world you would get bashed for being remotely interested in Japanese or Korean (or chinese, in some cases) culture, when actual Koreans find it amazing when foreigners admire South Korean culture. I just hate how the term "Weeaboo" or "Koreaboo" is being used on anyone these days.

[@justastan5240]

I almost screamed when you featured B.A.P at the end but then realized that this was posted 2 years ago lol but love this tho cuz these people gave me more reasons to learn the language cuz heck I've been trying to learn the language on my own for almost 3 years now but there are still SO MANY things that I need to learn especially with all these academic and internal distractions that I keep on having from time to time. The Korean language is absolutely beautiful and it needs dedication to learn it. You shouldn't just learn it "for your oppa" but for the culture and for what it really is. Anyway, my goal right now is to at least be able to totally comprehend the language before I graduate from college next year /crosses fingers/ I don't actually plan on living in Korea (nope not in North Korea either absolutely not). I just want it to be my vacation place (duh as if my bank account will let me but well let's try) cuz I've grown quite attached to it and it would be a pity if I won't be able to go there and breathe the air that is Korea

[@pipedemon28]

I like how you let the people you interview be the focus. That is what i'm looking for. You facilitate it to me. ty

[@shymoon7170]

This video has a lot to do with me. Lately I realized the Korea I have been in love at about 24 months is a fantasy and it's not korean fault. It's me who is blind for reality and that is not good. As Brazilian I am very sad the stereotypical view people have about my country. Many foreigners thinks Brasil is only slums and crime cuz they only know the reality of some suburbs in Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo. Others think Brazil is just fun because only know brazilian carnival. Still others think Brazil is a jungle inhabited by natives and ferocious wildlife. There is a bit of this and that but there is much, much more. I do not want to squeeze Korea within this small mold as I have done because I will be definitely disappointed. I know there is much more than hot handsome actors and K-pop idols. I would like to learn how to speak Korean because it would facilitate discover the true colors of Korea.

[@Naty.12.20]

I am Brazilian too! and I can totally agree with you!

[@TheLoveepidemic]

I mostly saw kpop as more of a introduction into Korean culture, what the media portrays is going to play a big role in your expectations, but you have to look at it realistically. There are many different ways that America is portrayed in the media and it's up to the person to decide what they're going to take from that. It's all about staying open-minded, respectful and optimistic. Tv and reality are different..

[@pearls-for-cats2709]

I love these type of interview video's, it gives some really cool perspectives of Korea and the people were so nice

[@hunterbutton935]

What a cool idea, I would love to see channels like this for other countries, thank you for doing these interviews :) Really informative and interesting.

[@h4tfelt629]

It really really pisses me off when kpop fans only see the good stuff about Korea. Not everything is cherry blossoms kpop idols and kdramas. South Korea is indeed a beautiful country with an even more beautiful culture,but there is a lot of shitty stuff going on in Korea that kpop fans don't even bother to pay attention to. Just because you know what kimchi is and how to call your friends/siblings doesn't mean that you are educated about South Korea. If you can't see the bad stuff then don't say that you know shit about Korea. Simple

[@lloydjames1751]

Agreed. This is the one problem with Kpop fans and I think its because most who think this way are still early teens to early 20s and still naive

[@lyanasmile]

When I went to korea in December 2013 I went there loving Kpop and had high expectations, it died out after a week there after I realized that things aren't what I expected, but the whole reason that I went there wasn't to stalk idols or visit the companies or whatever, to be honest I just wanted to see the cultural places, go to where Koreans went and eat what they ate so during that trip I realized that I actually love the culture more than Kpop. I'm currently learning Korean bit by bit so that when I go there again this December I'll be able to converse with locals. When I went there the last time only my friend could speak Korean and legit the only Korean I knew were simple things like "where's the toilet" "excuse me" "thank you" "can I have etcetc" and "banana milk please." 😂

[@scarletteartist]

I love these videos, and having megan ask the questions is even better

[@TriciaPooh01]

I love how open-minded they were! Great video with a lot of helpful pointers.

[@Phoenixspin]

When I visited another country my fantasies were crushed. I guess the same thing would happen in Korea.

[@brodftw]

Well, not necessarily, just don't take the fantasies too much to heart! What was the other country?

[@Phoenixspin]

오바진배비 I've visited several countries in Latin America: Panama, Colombia, and the Dominican Republic.

[@Phoenixspin]

***** I wished I had your enthusiasm. If I were to go to Korea (or elsewhere) I wouldn't want to live a TV drama. I would like to deal with normal folks. The only celebrity I would want to meet is Megan and if I am lucky maybe she would take me to go get some of that delicious clay roasted duck she ate a while back. I had a wonderful Korean friend who is now back in Korea. That's as probably as close to it as I will come. Have fun on your trip.

[@Ultrahunny]

That girl with the candy was so cute >.

[@jeremiahm_8626]

Wow, this really was an amazing interpretation to interact with them when it comes to these kinds of questions. Good job Megan, you really opened my mind about what they had to say when it comes to foreigners liking their culture in general. Very open minded people and thats one of the things that I like about south korea.

[@mufay8032]

Awesome video Megan. Keep it up! From a NZ fan

[@op-jb9jc]

The dude with the sunglasses is the bass player in No Brain!!! Hahhaha yes!! I love No Brain! He's got a good point, there are more bands and acts who play different music and not just kpop! :P

[@kajahest2542]

i thought learning korean was a bad thing because westerners called me a koreaboo for doing so. Im happy i watched this video

[@lagaxxivlogs]

Loved this video, the way you speak korean is so lovely!!!!

[@blessedbabydove]

This was a great video. There is definitely more to Korea that kdrama and kpop. There is so much richness in its history and culture. I'm getting the chance to go in June for my birthday and I'm excited to visit all the amazing landmarks and learning more about the culture firsthand

[@HDdk100]

What is that odd potato bag she puts in peoples faces? They look confused by it too

[@grounded.growing.and.glowing]

a microphone :)

[@anyalauren7402]

odd potato bag xDD

[@marke9036]

Same as most of you fantasies about Paris, Britain, US and most of the countries, I am in US, I know. But if enough people BELIEVE IT HARD ENOUGH, IT BECOME TRUE!!! Remember that! Spread the word.

[@yaelovesdietcoke]

Lowkey wants to go to South Korea so I can eat all the food all I want--

[@WhatAboutCasey]

I love watching these interviews, thanks for the vid Megan! :)

[@janaelewis97]

Nice video ^_^ It made me feel good because I like Korean culture and I'm learning Korean. It motivated me more knowing that Korean people like it when foreigners actually take their time and effort to learn it so. Thank you sooooo much keep up with the good work.

[@StarStrukKwaija]

저는 대한민국 팬입니다. 너무 사랑해서 지금 한국어를 배우고 있어요. 제가 한국어를 계속 공부할거예요 , 사랑합니다 ^^

[@user-tb8yc1vv3b]

+Kwaija McFarlane 지금 쓰신 한글 문장 아주 훌륭합니다. 조금만 더 열심히 하시면 한국인과의 유창한 대화나 필담도 가능하실거 같네요.^^

[@marke9036]

Kwaija McFarlane The correct answer is: same as most of you fantasies about Paris, Britain, US and most of the countries, I am in US, I know. But if enough people BELIEVE IT HARD ENOUGH, IT BECOME TRUE!!! Remember that! Spread the word. Fantasies are stuff we created to satisfy our OWN NEED, it's neccessary!

[@Kaat994]

OMG THAT'S THE GIRL FROM FIRE GIRL UZI I CANT I LOVE HER COVERS~~~~~

[@funkiamyx]

OMG SAME I THOUGHT THE SAME

[@Kaat994]

She's so lovely

[@michellemckinney4678]

I loved this post. Great responses.

[@starcrafter13terran]

I've learned much about korea as a result of learning the language. I'm six months in, so I have a way to go. I bought a book on korean culture and read up on it. It's actually really interesting. It included history, common customs, mistakes to avoid, and words that might help outside of usual language lessons. By the time I get to visit, I'll be 18 months into Korean and I think at that point I could hold an actual conversation and not sound too 'basic.'

[@EClareRJ]

I think their foods etc make me want to visit South Korea more than kpop music tbh. lol

[@rayx2498]

eclarerj i don't like kdramas or kpop but that food hahaha

[@marke9036]

eclarerj Maya The Queen I totally agree what you said!!! The source is: a lot of Koreans try to take credit for nothing to do with those people. Yes, they are from the same country. It is like you got first place in your swimming team, and your mom is very proud, suddenly feel like give you advise how to swim, and suddenly everyone is try to tell you how to swim, these people NEVER cared before. And you have to listen to them. It dilutes overall quality of the art and media industry, and Korea never gave enough credit to the original real artists who gave them the international spotlight. They got diluted and washed away in senseless sensationalism and nationlism. (Think the presidential impeachment.) Same as Korea, in past few years, a lot people take credit that has absolutely nothing to do with them. Think they are the shit. A lot of "Ajusshi" in the street think they are Stars/idols and shit. Very bad!

[@marke9036]

eclarerj Maya The Queen The correct answer is: same as most of you fantasies about Paris, Britain, US and most of the countries, I am in US, I know. But if enough people BELIEVE IT HARD ENOUGH, WORK HARD ENOUGH. ANYTHING BECOME TRUE!!! Remember that! Spread the word. Fantasies are stuff we created to satisfy our OWN NEED, it's neccessary!

[@shawn170204]

In Canada if we said " if foreigners respected our way of living and abide by our culture while visiting." We are labeled as racist LOL....

[@kevingineman3745]

I think it's not racism. It's just common sense.

[@Kartella_]

That was a cute little video! Thank you for starting this series, it's nice to see how random people on the streets in Korea feel about different life things :)

[@sarahfull06]

I was a fan of korean drama when I was younger but as I got older my preference changed, I'm not a kpop fan but I like few songs that are catchy. Kpop and Korean dramas are very popular in my country which is the Philippines. I swear Koreans are all around our country, they prefer to live here and study which make me kinda confused. Whenever I go to malls, market or streets I see Koreans here. My kpop friends are like "Why did they leave their beautiful country in exchange of living here. Korea is so much better." Anyway, I think Korean culture is interesting but I have some things that I don't like, for example how popular plastic surgery in that country. I think almost everyone are so obsessed on how to look good. When I first knew this I was a bit disappointed because I feel like I can't trust their looks anymore. In my country only few people undergo surgery and a lot of us are religious people so we are contented on what we look like and what God gave us. Also I'm still curious why Koreans acts cute always? I can't explain it but I think you already get what I'm saying lol and lastly, I think their language is so hard to learn but yeah I still want to visit Korea someday.

[@CarefreeMaya]

I just watched a Kpop video today of some dude called ToP. It was really good. Doom Dada.

[@ayo.anna0325]

T.O.P is the rapper of the VERY famous group in korea called Big Bang. He is really loved :)

[@CarefreeMaya]

INSPIRITanna He should be. The boy is hot *O*

[@kssgpv]

omg yes! i love him!!

[@ahmadmaslan4774]

yup I already go to korea. I think it was a nice country. The culture there is much different from where I live. But I admire them. All over places I can see Korean people work hard for living. And then they enjoyed life on the weekends. Most of places I've been in korea was a tourist spots, the police was there to made everything feel same and secure. That was so nice. Transportation within Seoul was a breeze with metro/subway. And I see lot of beautifull/handsome face in the sub also. One thing I noticed is, koreon is not that unfriendly with foreigner but it seem more like not comfortable as we had language barrier. But if they can understand a bit about English n we can a little korean it was so much fun.

[@bluecandies]

I love this video, I find it so sweet, so I like coming back here every now and then

[@Dhampireful]

Eh?!the man with sun glasses is JI SUNG?!?!?!? I recently watched "Kill me,heal me" the voice, the face( even though it is covered) seems like him. If you watch the drama you will know what i mean. Deabak!!! 오빠 사랑해요♡♡♡♡♡♡