The Korean Wave (Hallyu) refers to the global popularity of South Korea’s cultural economy exporting pop culture, entertainment, music, TV dramas and movies. Hallyu is a Chinese term which, when translated, literally means “Korean Wave”.

Why is KPOP banned in China?

China social media giant Weibo banned a fan account for South Korean K-pop band BTS for 60 days, citing illegal fundraising. … The restrictions imposed on the account came amid China’s campaign to clean up the entertainment industry and clamp down on “irrational behaviour” exhibited by fans.

When did Hallyu wave start?

From the mid-1990s to the mid-2000s, South Korean TV dramas and popular music gained great popularity in Asian countries such as China and Japan.