K-Pop Fans’ Hot Takes About Idols With No Star Power Go Viral

A recent online discussion about which idols “lack star power” has gone viral, sparking heated debates among K-Pop fans.

some idols really do not have star quality like at all….

— ★ (@leehyeinified) September 4, 2025

In the quotes of the original post, netizens shared their opinions on idols who, despite having talent and visuals, don’t command the same level of presence or impact on stage. The phrase “no star power” quickly gained traction, leading to a wave of comments naming different idols and groups. Controversially, amongst those commonly mentioned were CORTIS and ALLDAY PROJECT.

and when i say it's the two men from adp i'm the bad guy https://t.co/347V7rQZwI pic.twitter.com/lPzSdZ7EBp

— junpi (@nayeossance) September 5, 2025

adp and cortisol https://t.co/cQB6HBiuz3 pic.twitter.com/UJptcXfZiv

— fal (@vampiyas) September 5, 2025

Some fans argued that stage charisma is just as important as singing or dancing ability, bringing back a quote from HYBE‘s head honcho.

reminds me of this tweet that man is a pain but he did not lie https://t.co/2CgbBWTdpx pic.twitter.com/NGvxXZAyD0

— Lia (@velvetcqnes) September 5, 2025

Others argued that talent and good songs were all it takes.

Good kids
Good songs
Good performances
Good potential
That's all it takes to be a
'Good artist' pic.twitter.com/1Vk2SdEYZB https://t.co/BqCzYoN6p0

— yura 🏃‍♀️.💨💖🩵✨🌼 (@ninakuler) September 6, 2025

Others took to promoting their favs instead.

and some artists are born with it like katseye https://t.co/gBg5OwbSCM pic.twitter.com/cX8Y1SxvMf

— katja 🍫 (@katswafel) September 6, 2025

The viral thread has since been shared widely across social media platforms, with fans passionately defending their favorites and others agreeing that certain idols fail to leave a lasting impression. Regardless of where people stand, the debate has shined a light on how heavily K-Pop places value on intangible qualities like charisma and star presence — elements that can make or break an idol’s career.