KIMPRO has reached a significant milestone, becoming the first South Korean individual-operated YouTube channel to exceed 50 million subscribers. According to Tube Guide’s rankings for the fourth week of August 2024, released on August 29, KIMPRO has achieved this feat with a total of 51.6 million subscribers. The channel also accumulated 759.42 million weekly views and gained 2.3 million new subscribers in that period.
Channel’s Rapid Growth
Launched in August 2022, KIMPRO’s channel has seen remarkable growth in just two years. It now holds the fourth position in South Korea’s overall YouTube rankings, following major names like BLACKPINK (94.6 million subscribers), BTS (78.8 million subscribers), and HYBE (75.6 million subscribers). The channel is managed by Kim Dong Jun, a former event planner, and his female cousin Yoo Baek Hap. They are known for creating engaging short-form content, often focusing on international memes and viral challenges.
Public Reaction and Netizen Comments
Despite this impressive milestone, there has been considerable confusion among Korean netizens regarding KIMPRO’s sudden rise to prominence. Several online comments reflect this bewilderment:
“Isn’t this the creepy YouTube channel that posts a lot of videos of women in bikinis hanging out with one guy?”
“Ah, I really don’t like this YouTuber… It feels like they strongly objectify women.”
“I think they delete videos as soon as they upload them.”
“I know who that guy is but I don’t get how he has 50 million subscribers.”
“That guy popped up on my algorithm but I thought he was a Chinese TikToker.”
“I only found out who they are through this article.”
“Oh, this person…”
“I think any channel that objectifies women goes viral.”
“Who is this guy?”
“I thought I was the only one who didn’t know who they were.”
These comments highlight a mixed reception among the public, with some questioning the channel’s content and others expressing surprise at its success.
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