The Trashy PD Has To Survive as an Idol

Overseas expansion was a big deal—not just for the idols themselves but for their fandoms too.

The Hallyu Wave, which began in the 1990s, had taken Asia by storm in the 2000s thanks to the export of K-dramas.

And now?

It was spreading deep into the Western world, showcasing the reach and power of Korean culture.

“Do you know... kimchi?”

“Do you know... Black Call?”

Sure, there were people saying the “national pride” hype was going too far, but honestly? That didn’t really matter for The Dawn.

Now’s the time to keep our heads down.

A group that was just starting to gain some traction in Korea, with the faintest ripples beginning to reach overseas.

If they were like Black Call, already at the top or steadily building fame nearby, then sure—they could revel in overseas attention. But The Dawn wasn’t there yet.

The Dawn hyping up “K-pride”? That’s laughable—way too early for that.

Plus, once you got associated with that kind of hype, you became an easy target for other fandoms.