Sbs Popasia Live With Kevin Kim

This week the fan forum talk about how far is too far when it comes to an idol's weight. They understand that people need to look good when in the spotlight, but it shouldn't come at a cost to their health and wellbeing. Kevin talks about his time as a K-pop idol.  

This week The Anime Show's Joey and Aki join Kevin Kim. They talk about the first anime they saw, and give Kevin Kim recommendations on what anime to watch. Aki suggests newbies start with Ghibli movies; take baby steps. Kevin liked Sailor Moon and Dragon Ball Z when he was younger. What about you?()

Kevin Kim admits he wanted to be a scientist once; a love scientist. Kevin thinks that's a really good idea for a song; call it 'Chemistry' or 'The Science of Love.' He and Andy start singing, to figure out what the song would sound like. Kevin's dream of being a scientist changed to become a performer, so that's what he did. Krunk (the GD Bear) debuted with an song , and Andy says that if he had to choose an object to debut he'd choose his iPhone and call it 'Phoney.' What would you choose?

This week Kevin Kim and the Fan Forum are live with a bunch of fans! They're talking about what the K-pop stars, coming to KCON, should do when in Australia, what they'd do if they got to Hi Touch their bias, and what it's like to be a K-pop star at one of these events. Find out what SBS PopAsia will be up to at KCON too; think beauty, stage shows and quizzes!

This week Kevin Kim chats to Victon and Up10tion ahead of their arrival in Australia for KCON!! Victon tell us how they feel about coming to Australia for the first time, and about what we can expect from them on stage at KCON, plus a sneak peak at the song they'll be performing. The boys give tips on how you can become a K-pop idol. Up10tion are so excited for KCON and can't wait to see you guys, and they tell us what K-dramas they love to watch. Oh, and they really want to see a Kangaroo when they're in Aus!

This week Kevin Kim and the Fan Forum are talking comebacks. They go in-depth about EXO and B.A.P's comebacks. There's different opinions about which one is better. There's strong arguments for EXO and for B.A.P. Do you have a fave? We've asked Twitter and Facebook too.

A big podcast this week! Hear what UP10TION want to get up to when they come here for KCON 2017 Australia. Kevin calls fellow ZE:A member Minwoo live on air to wish him Happy Birthday. As well as that get all the latest information from Thailand and Korea.()

This week Kevin explains that he had to take Korean classes when he first became an idol, even though he could speak Korean. He said his pronunciation wasn't right at the beginning and he needed to speak more fluently. He had to practice and take Korean classes to get the Korean accent and right pronunciation. 

This week Kevin Kim let's us know when he wants to have kids; well he tries to answer the question as best he can. After a fan asks him the question he hesitates, laughs and then says by the time her's 40 he'll have two kids. He doesn't really know, he just wants to be a good dad. He says he'll probably still sing, not sure if he'll still be dancing, but he'll sing to his kids; sing them lullabies. He's then asked if he's a cat or dog person. What do you think his answer is?

This week, we're getting hyped for KCON 2017 AUSTRALIA  by talking about the highlights from KCON LA and New York. Highlights include Wanna One's takeover of the convention floor to meet-and-greet fans. GOT7 - they're antics on the red carpet, when Jackson and BamBam did the running man dance off stage, when the group closed out KCON LA bringing the whole arena to their feet. Heize's performance of 'Star' with an audience of stars, Girl's Day making their KCON debut and VIXX reminding us why they're KCON regulars all deserve a special mention too! 

This week KANDY went to SMASH! and it was Kevin's first convention. He was so impressed by all the cosplay. He let's us know if K-pop concepts can feel like cosplay, and tells us about a make-up trend where female idols put freckles on their face. What would he do if the new ZE:A concept was ‘freckles’? Kevin and Andy tell us their favourite animes and Kevin talks about a Korean anime, he also does Transformers impersonations. A-mazing!

The Friday Fan Forum look back on 5 years of KCON mems, like when IU charmed everyone when she spoke English, when EXO performed in 2013, when Rap Mon co-hosted with Ailee, and the very first KCON in 2012. Got any to add?

Andy and Kevin saw G-Dragon's Sydney concert and they're still fan-boying over it. The duo can't reveal everything, but they let you in on their favourite parts, plus talk about fan reactions and the merch...()

The Friday Fan Forum peeps chat about Kcon Australia, G-Dragon performing in Australia, EXO going viral and which K-pop song was meant for a western girl group.()

This week the fan forum share their reactions to KCON Australia, they tell us who they're most looking forward to seeing, who they'd choose to have a high-touch with and what they're expecting to see!

Andy and Kevin saw G-Dragon's Sydney concert and they're still fan-boying over it. The duo can't reveal everything, but they let you in on their favourite parts, plus talk about fan reactions and the merch...

G-Dragon is in Australia so Kevin Kim and the fan forum talk about what fans can expect from his show. Plus Starbucks using Ko Ko Bop in advertising, leads to a discussion about all the CF work Kevin's done, especially a hilarious ad he starred in! Join the conversation...

Get the best of SBS PopAsia Live from this week! Kevin grills the boys from 24K. Also the latest news from Korea and Thailand. Ask Kevin is in here, the segment where Kevin answers all your questions.

Your K-Drama recommendations for the week, Men Who Die To Live, Criminal Minds and Save Me. Plus a Chinese remake of Show Me The Money? The HallyuBack Channel has you covered for K-Drama.

On this week's Fan Forum, the team kick things off by talking about some of the week's big comebacks (LABOUM, NU'EST W, MONSTA X, and DREAMCATCHER) before getting a little "too" excited for the most anticipated return of the year - Girls' Generation's 10th anniversary comeback!However, things get a bit juicy when Kevin Kim reveals that he was once on a "We Got Married" type of dating show! Who was he paired with, what was some of the behind-the-scenes secrets that goes on with a dating show?