In Defense Of K-Pop Idol Actors – Why Are They Scrutinized So Much?

Kim Hyun Joong in a recent interview admitted that he does not see himself as a 'singing idol' despite having risen to popularity in his early days as the leader of idol group SS501.  Many times his acting talents have been praised more than his musical abilities and he  had a pivotal role in the increasing expansion of idols into the acting business.