#Oppanoticeme: The Influence of an Idol Instagram Account on Sasaeng Behavior
Journal: International Journal of Communication and Media Studies (IJCMS) (Vol.7, No. 1)Publication Date: 2017.9.5
Authors : June Leal; Nikole Smith;
Page : 9-18
Keywords : Celebrity Worship; South Korea; Instagram; Media Dependency & Sasaeng;
Abstract
This research discusses the developments of South Korean idol worship and its effect on the psychological state of fans. Specifically, this research will target how an idol's use of Instagram influences these particular behaviors and whether location and time play a significant role. It will discuss what types of Instagram posts lead to what type of fan and sasaeng behavior. The research will conclude a breakdown of the positive and negative behaviors that came about through the most interactive and followed Instagram accounts of idols from the three biggest labels in South Korea; SM Entertainment, YG Entertainment and JYP Entertainment.
Other Latest Articles
- The Use of Embargo Right in Context of Media Relations
- Role of the Religious Element in the US Policy Towards Jerusalem Dilemma 1967-2000
- Civil Society Organizations in Post Revolution Egypt: Search for Identity
- Highly Porous and Novel 1D-TiO2 Nanoarchitecture with Light Harvesting Morphology for Photovoltaic Applications
- Phtotocatalytic Degradation of Methyelene Blue by Cu Doped TiO2 Thin Films under Visible Light Irradiation
Last modified: 2017-09-05 20:36:43