Recently, an online discussion has gained traction after an online user asked a popular community, "Which do you think is more important for idols, their looks or their skills?"
The poster explained, "Of course, both matter, but watching 'BOYS PLANET' made me curious." The writer added, "Some idols are incredibly good-looking but have below-average dance and singing skills. Others have average looks but excel in performance. If you had to choose between the two, which would you pick? Personally, while skill is important for making someone your ultimate favorite, as far as idols go, I think looks are more crucial. Unlike established singers or pop artists, idols rely heavily on visual appeal."
Other users joined the discussion to share their two cents on this topic, with mixed responses. While some pointed out that talent is important, as idols are singers, others shared that idols entail good looks, which distinguishes them from other artists.
These netizens commented:
"Looks are the preliminary filter, talent ensures longevity."
"If looks are average, then skills matter. If both looks and skills are below average, looks take precedence."
"For idols, looks come first."
"Good looks plus skill = long-lasting success."
"The examples in the original post mostly focus on looks… though even looks only matter temporarily unless it’s extraordinary."
"If choosing one, it’s looks—but if someone isn’t a top-tier visual, poor dancing or singing will still make them less appealing."
"Both matter, but skill really keeps fans hooked."
"Looks."
"If they’re skilled, they somehow look even better. My current ultimate favorite is insanely handsome and talented, so I’m proud (by my standards)."
"In the idol world, looks + skill is ideal. Even if someone’s visuals are slightly lacking, having both is the best."
"Skill."
"Look at Cha Eun Woo."
"Initial attention comes from looks, but I end up favoring members with skill. Skill makes them seem even better."
"Unless someone’s talent is truly exceptional, looks dominate… most idols have similar skill levels."
"Good looks with decent skills are fine, but I can’t deeply like someone without it."
"First, it’s looks."
"For longevity as a singer, skill is key."
"Looks."
"Skill."
"It’s hard to pick one. In a group, both must be somewhat fulfilled. As a soloist, skill matters more."
"Even if someone is handsome, not all attract attention: same with skill. Stage presence is crucial."
"Good looks are essential… skills can improve with practice."
"Looks come first, but if skill doesn’t improve, I switch to other members until settling on the skilled one."
"Looks, absolutely… audition shows prove you can debut on looks alone."
"Looks… just look at top-tier idols."
"If both fail, at least looks have to be there to start. Without that, no longevity is possible."
"Looks, height, and a sincere personality."
"Looks are basic for idols. Poor skill or personality makes it embarrassing to support them."
"Fame and virality matter more."
"Realistically, looks… Cha Eun Woo reached top-tier status with looks alone."
"Even if someone’s skills are low, looks matter."
"Skill."
"Skill."
"You need skill to really fall for someone, though my favorite also has great looks."
"Idols are about looks."
"Looks generate buzz; skill ensures longevity."
"Looks get you in, skill and personality keep you invested."
"Skills have to be earned, while looks come first."
"Looks are first, but without skill, you can’t truly fandom them."
"Looks + charisma (star quality) matter. Skill improves over time, and skill alone isn’t enough for success."
"Skill."
"Looks matter, but I focus on skill."
"On Produce 101 Season 2, many good singers didn’t get votes because visuals weren’t there. For idols, looks come first."
"If neither looks nor skill is strong, you can’t start. But beauty is subjective, and if you cared only about skill, there’d be no reason to like K-pop idols. Yet without skill, watching them isn’t fun."
What are your thoughts on this topic? Does looks matter more than talent to be an idol? Or the other way around? Let us know in the comments below!
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