There is no denying that K-Pop idols are some of the most popular and sought after celebrities in Korea. As their popularity continues to spread in their home country and abroad, they are recognized for being multi-talented singers, dancers, and actors with immeasurable amounts of sex appeal.
It is a fast and exciting life for now, with a lot of money, fame, and attention directed at them, but realistically, it cannot last forever.
On last week's episode of
Happy Together,
MBLAQ's Lee Joon delivered an honest and direct message to his idol peers and his comments have been gaining a lot of positive attention from fans and internet users alike.
Talking about the salaries of idols,
Lee Joon said, "We make more money that most people our age, and people tend to delude themselves into thinking that we'll be making this kind of money forever."
"Your career is over the minute you think that, though."
Lee Joon's realistic attitude toward money management and finances shows the 25-year-old singer's maturity is on a much higher level than most people his age.
"Until now, my only dream has been to make money," he said.
Lee Joon then went on to express his priorities when spending his income.
"I was able to help when my aunt fell sick. She recovered when I went to go see her. I'm proud of myself for spending my money in this way while others are buying foreign cars. My goal for now is for everyone around me to be happy."
Around the internet many users are offering words of praise for the level-headed MBLAQ idol.
"He may seem naïve sometimes, but I think he's actually a nice, innocent person," said one comment on TV Daily. "He's not just saving money, but he actually has goals and good intentions. I really hope that everything works out for him and that he continues to grow into a great person."
Lee Joon has also been compared to Big Bang's
Seungri, who has on many occasions expressed similar financial plans.
The youngest member of
Big Bang may only be 22, but has been planning for his future financial security for a long time.
He has expressed interest in the business side of the entertainment industry for some time now and two years ago he opened his own dance academy.
"I opened the academy to live without worrying about money after retirement," he said.
The business-minded youngster was also voted as the next likely successful idol CEO by Weekly Idollast year.
Countless other idols have been starting up side businesses to ensure their future financial comfort. And with idols like Lee Joon and Seungri setting good examples, the future after the idol fame fades away, does not look so bleak for K-Pop's brightest stars.
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