Korea's entertainment culture succeeded beyond the national border due to young fans' ability to access the internet. Youtube and other social networking sites attributed to KPop's fast-gaining popularity across Asia, Europe, and America.
Kahi and U-Ie (L), members of South Korean girl group After School, perform at a show of a local TV station in Seoul June 14, 2011. ReutersKahi, a member of South Korean girl group After School, performs at a show of a local TV station in Seoul June 14, 2011. Reuters
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