Variety shows starring K-Pop idols are something that fans are always looking forward to, aside from music. Fans get to see the other side of their idols through variety shows. The image of an idol may change after watching their variety shows. Such shows help in knowing the personalities and characteristics of idols and create a connection with fans. Variety shows help fans get to know their idols better. There are numerous variety shows, such as 'Weekly Idol' and 'Running Man,' that feature different idols from time to time. Next, there are several self-produced variety shows.

K-Pop is in the fourth generation era, where most groups have their self-produced variety shows. Companies prioritize producing these shows since they can have complete control over the material and profits.

Here are 15 fourth-generation K-Pop groups and their own variety shows.

ATEEZ: WANTED

Containing seven episodes, “WANTED” is the variety show of KQ Entertainment’s boy group ATEEZ. In the show, each of the eight ATEEZ members takes part in a treasure hunt in different South Korean cities. Their ultimate goal is to find the hidden treasure.

ENHYPEN: EN- O’CLOCK

"EN- O’CLOCK "is the variety show of Belift Lab’s boy band ENHYPEN which aired weekly on their YouTube channel. Here all seven members participate in games, challenges, and trivia in order to strengthen their friendship and build trust.

Everglow: SECRET48

Comprising of 12 episodes, Everglow, a girl group from Yuehua Entertainment, has a variety show called "SECRET48" that is based on the comedy and friendship genres. Here the members travel, laugh and cry together on their special vacation.

(G)I-DLE: Never Ending Neverland

Cube Entertainment’s girl group (G)I-DLE is one of the hottest girl groups of this generation. “Never Ending Neverland” is a 5 episode variety show of (G)I-DLE where the members are on their journey to rescue Neverland from Captain Hook’s curses.

ITZY: Codename: Secret Itzy (Season 1 & 2)

In the show “Codename: Secret Itzy,” we can see all five members of JYP Entertainment’s girl group ITZY participates in different activities and games. Watch this if you'd like to see ITZY members' silly and playful side.

IVE: 1,2,3 IVE (Season 1 & 2)

Starship Entertainment's rookie girl group IVE is a new K-Pop sensation. Comprised of six members, IVE is killing the charts. "1,2,3 IVE" is the group's own variety show where you can see the fun, silly side of the IVE members.

Kep1er: Kep-chup

Kep1er, a nine-member girl group managed by Swing Entertainment and Wake One Entertainment, was formed through "Girls Planet 999." Members of Kep1er created a bucket list called "Buckep 1ist" and attempt to complete it as a group in their variety show "Kep-chup."

Le Sseraffim: LENIVERSE

Le Sserafim is a rookie girl group formed by Source Music X Hybe Corporation. “Le Sserafim” and “Universe” are combined to form the name of their variety show, “LENIVERSE.” The show features exploration, experience, games, and reality, allowing the members to display their playful side.

NewJeans: NewZips

Hybe X ADOR’s new girl group NewJeans is composed of five members. The reality-variety show of the girl group “NewZips” premiered its first episode on September 24. The show's teaser shows them going on a trip, shopping, hosting a pajama party, etc.

NMIXX: PICK NMIXX

Formed by SQUAD, a sub-label under JYP Entertainment, NMIXX is a seven members rookie girl group. Their variety show, "PICK NMIXX," features genres like friendship, music, comedy, and life. On March 4, 2022, the first episode aired. It has 17 episodes so far.

STAYC: Arcade (Season 1 & 2)

STAYC is a six members girl group under High up Entertainment. "Arcade" is the group's variety show. In season 1 of Arcade, the members participated in multiple games. In the second season, the girls dressed up as students and answered Quizzes.

Stray Kids: SKZ CODE

JYP Entertainment‘s boy band Stray Kids have their own variety show named “SKZ CODE,” where all six members play various games, go on trips and act out roleplays. On February 3, 2021, the first episode aired. So far, the show has 24 episodes.

TREASURE: TREASURE MAP (Season 1 & 2)

Comprised of twelve members, TREASURE is the youngest boy group of YG Entertainment. The self-produced variety show "TREASURE MAP" by TREASURE has two seasons. Season one was their pre-debut variety show. After their debut, they released the second season of "TREASURE MAP" weekly from January 22, 2021, to August 6 of the same year.

TOMORROW X TOGETHER: TO DO

Five-member boy group Tomorrow X Together, commonly known as TXT, was formed by the record label Big Hit Music. “TO DO” is the name of their variety show starring all five members of the band. In the show, the members participate in various activities, challenges, and other things.

WayV: WayV-ariety

WayV is a Chinese boy group and a sub-unit of SM Entertainment’s boy band, NCT. The group consists of seven members. In the variety show of the group, “WayV-ariety” members can be seen engaging in a wide range of activities.