The Korean pop music scene never fails to amaze with its vibrant performances and visually stunning presentations. Just like every other year in 2023, the K-Pop landscape was once again dominated by captivating fancams that captured the essence of the genre.
SBS, a major broadcasting network in South Korea, has compiled a list of the top 10 fancams from their popular music show Inkigayo in 2023, showcasing the year’s most mesmerizing performances. Here is a detailed look at these fancams, which have become a benchmark for excellence in K-Pop.
1. BLACKPINK’s Jisoo
The last of the BLACKPINK members to make a solo debut, Jisoo’s “Flower” quickly rose to the top of the music charts. Her fancam stood out for its elegant choreography, highlighted by a wrist dance with flowers. Jisoo’s performance, a perfect blend of grace and power, garnered a staggering 13.93 million views, a testament to her solo success.
2. BTS’s Jungkook
As part of BTS’s individual ventures, Jungkook marked his presence with “Seven” in the summer of 2023, followed by his full album, GOLDEN. His fancam captured his journey from a beloved maknae to a global pop icon, showcasing his exceptional performance skills.
3. aespa’s Karina
aespa’s Karina amazed fans with her performances of “Spicy” and “Drama.” Her fancam was a highlight reel of her flawless dance moves and striking facial expressions, confirming her status as a main dancer and a force to be reckoned with in K-Pop.
4. NewJeans’ Hani
Hani’s fancam brought back nostalgic high school emotions, combining fresh music with complex choreography. Her natural rhythm and infectious smile made her performances both heartwarming and highly engaging.
5. IVE’s Yujin
IVE’s wide range of music, from “I AM” to “Baddie,” showcased their versatility. The fancam of “I AM” became the most viewed, highlighting Yujin as an all-rounder who excels in leadership, vocals, dance, visuals, and even variety shows.
6. ZEROBASEONE’s Zhang Hao
ZEROBASEONE, born from Mnet‘s survival show, brought a new narrative to K-Pop with their debut album. Their fancam showcased the members’ commitment to their craft and the lyrical journey of their youth. Zhang Hao’s performance as the center of the group was a standout, demonstrating his all-round skills in vocals, dance, and visuals.
7. RIIZE’s Wonbin
RIIZE surprised fans with their debut, but it was Wonbin’s legendary facecam, showcasing his incredible looks, that stood out the most. His wink during the line ‘I love it when our eyes meet, Baby‘ is mentioned as particularly striking, making him seem like a genius idol right from debut.
8. BOYNEXTDOOR’s Taesan
Taesan, known for his tall stature, distinctive appearance, expressive facial acting, and songwriting skills, is named as one of this year’s top fancam holders. One notable feature is the band-aid on his nose, which added a unique charm and warns fans of his heartwrenching looks.
9. Stray Kids’ Hyunjin
Stray Kids, now in their sixth year, achieved a record-breaking feat with their third full album [★★★★★ (5-STAR)], which topped initial sales for a Korean album. Hyunjin, the main dancer of the group, always garners attention with his fancams. His handsome looks are further enhanced by a headband in his fancam, making it a must-watch.
10. SEVENTEEN’s Jeonghan
SEVENTEEN had a record-breaking year with their tenth mini-album [FML], becoming the best-selling album in K-pop history. Jeonghan’s fancam, where he performs intense choreography with an innocently handsome face, is considered a must-see. His unique styling with a hairpin in his hair adds a special touch to his performance.
