An analyze of female K-pop Idol character - Focused on An -

Key Points

• The research aims to explore how female K-Pop idols are represented as cultural archetypes in global media, focusing on the film Kpop Demon Hunters.
• Analyzed the representation of female idols' body image in the film.
• Investigated the construction of character identities through fandom dynamics.
• Interpreted the protagonist's narrative from a female hero's journey perspective.
• Female idols' body images are represented as symbolic icons and integrated into character identity.
• The narrative reveals a new form of heroism characterized by community and collaboration rather than traditional masculinity.
• Findings suggest the potential for K-Pop idol motifs to evolve as cultural archetypes across various media.