The story of a K-pop fan: I spent S$2,500 to win a 1.5-minute fancall with my idol
Add BT as a preferred sourcePublished Wed, Nov 26, 2025 · 11:00 AM
What lengths do K-pop fans go to in order to see their idols? The Business Times looks at three scenarios of how fans engage with K-pop, as well as how the industry has grown in Singapore.
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