Updated on: 23 October, 2024 06:48 PM IST |Amruta Karulkar
In recent years, K-pop has seen an explosive rise in global popularity, with several groups and artists making their mark on Western platforms, from late-night talk shows to prestigious award ceremonies. From Stray Kids paying tribute to NSYNC at the 2024 AMAs to BTS dominating the Grammy stage, these appearances reflect how K-pop continues to bridge cultures, influencing the global music scene in unprecedented ways. Here are 5 groups who have performed at western award functions or talk shows:
1. Stray Kids
The boy band recently performed at the 2024 American Music Awards (AMAs), paying tribute to NSYNC with a powerful rendition of "Bye Bye Bye" for the 50th-anniversary special. This marked a significant moment for K-pop in the global music scene.
2. BTS
They've performed several times on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, notably performing "Dynamite" and "Permission to Dance." BTS also appeared on major award shows like the Grammys and the Billboard Music Awards, receiving international acclaim.
3. BLACKPINK
BLACKPINK performed "Pink Venom" at the 2022 VMAs and on The Late Late Show with James Corden, promoting their global success. They've also appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live during their album promotions.
4. TWICE
TWICE made their US talk show debut on The Kelly Clarkson Show in 2021, performing "I Can’t Stop Me." Their appearance highlighted their growing global presence, and they later performed at The Ellen Show as well.
