But before we put 2014 entirely behind us, let's take a final moment to reflect on the past year. Let's see which issues were the most concerning among our allkpop community, and from there, see where 2015 takes us.
Here are allkpop's top ten stories of 2014, ranked according to view counts!
10. Girls' Generation's Tiffany and 2PM's Nichkhun go public with their relationship of four months
1 million views
4,000 comments
54,000 shares
First up, we have the news of Girls' Generation Tiffany and 2PM Nichkhun going public with their relationship! 2014 was a year of dating scandals and fangirl/boy heartbreak, yet the "Khunfany" couple was one of the few that was actually received by pretty well by their fandoms.
Maybe it's the "2PM Generation" bond, or maybe it's just that the princess of eye smiles and the baby-faced "Thai prince" seem to be perfect for each other--either way, "Khunfany" earned the fan stamp of approval, possibly making them the envy of other celebrity couples who don't have it as easy.
9. Ladies' Code's RiSe passes away
1.01 million views
2,100 comments
75,000 shares
When Ladies' Code's EunB passed away during the girl group's horrific car accident, there were some who hoped that at least RiSe, who was in critical condition at the hospital for a time, would survive. Many were deeply saddened to hear the news that after her struggle, RiSe unfortunately passed away.
8. EXO's Kris seeking to nullify contract with SM Entertainment
1.09 million views
5,700 comments
59,000 shares
While some EXO-Ls were utterly shocked by Kris's decision to leave SM Entertainment and EXO, others stated that they saw it coming. Whether you're on Kris's side or not, his departure was still an event that shook the EXO-L fandom, leaving many to wonder if either Kris or the rest of the EXO boys could endure the blow.
7. Ladies' Code member EunB revealed to have passed away in a car accident
1.1 million views
2,300 comments
28,000 shares
Ladies' Code's tragic car accident and EunB's death had the community at a standstill as idols, fans, and even spectators outside the K-Pop sphere read in horror about the event. EunB's death still lingers in our minds and the accident continues to affect the girl group itself.
The accident has also opened the industry's eyes to the dangers of prioritizing idols' schedules over their safety and has led to some changes, such as police investigating companies who use siren lights to speed through traffic.
6. Which EXO member is your soulmate?
1.24 million views
1,700 comments
60,000 shares
Pop Quizzes have always been one of our most popular features. As our "Which EXO member is your soulmate?" has been our most successful Pop Quiz yet, it looks like EXO once again has proven that they are one of the most popular boy groups on allkpop, if not in the K-Pop community in general.
5. SM Entertainment releases official statement regarding Jessica and Girls' Generation
1.26 million views
4,400 comments
60,000 shares
When Jessica first updated her Weibo saying that she was being kicked out of Girls' Generation, everyone couldn't believe it. She was either hacked or pulling some kind of joke, right?
Once SM Entertainment confirmed that Jessica would be leaving, it was game over for many SONEs--some chose to side with Jessica, others sided with Girls' Generation, and the rest simply felt torn between the two.
4. [Tournament] Battle of the Best Actor and Actress!
1.52 million views
4,300 comments
67,000 shares
Another popular feature during the year of 2014 was our Tournaments. Coming in as fourth most viewed article of 2014 is our "Battle of the Best Actor and Actress"! The allkpop community voted and ultimately declared everyone's favorite chaebol Lee Min Ho as the winner.
3. EXO's Baekhyun and Girls' Generation's Taeyeon reported to be dating + SM confirms it's true
1.75 million views
5,200 comments
139,000 shares
Amidst all the dating scandals of 2014, the one that caught the most attention was the relationship between EXO's Baekhyun and Girls' Generation's Taeyeon. Two members from two highly popular groups turned out to be a mind-blowing combination.
However, unlike the 'Khunfany' couple previously mentioned, this particularly couple, which came to be known as 'Baekyeon,' was heavily criticized by fans and non-fans alike for the way they handled their relationship. Their allegedly cryptic Instagram activities were especially scrutinized.
2. [Tournament] Best Idol Rapper in K-Pop
1.78 million views
13,000 comments
130,000 shares
Coming in second place as most viewed article of 2014 is another Tournament feature--"Best Idol Rapper in K-Pop"! Although there were many talented rappers to choose from, in the end there could only be one winner. Thanks to the efforts of QUEEN'S and Hyomin fans everywhere, Hyomin was crowned queen of idol rappers.
1. [Tournament] Battle of the Best Boy and Girl Groups! (Battle of the sexes)
2.42 million views
18,000 comments
125,000 shares
Finally, the article that was the most viewed in 2014 is yet another Tournament feature--"Battle of the Best Boy and Girl Groups!" The winners were none other than Super Junior, proving their consistent power and popularity in the K-Pop community even after all these years. Congratulations to the boy group for all their accomplishments and for many more to come!
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