Asian Idols That Are Similar to American Stars

Ever wonder who the equivalent famous entertainer is in other countries? All kinds of famous singers such as Beyonce, Lady Gaga and Nicki Minaj have equal idols in other parts of the world.

Ailee is the Korean equivalent to Beyonce, with her dance moves and gripping vocals. Just like Beyonce, Ailee is gorgeous, sassy and down to earth.

Ailee

Kpop singer Hyuna sings and dances very similar to Nicki Minaj. Hyuna is known for her risque choreography and song about behinds.

Hyuna

In Japan, Madonna’s equal is the pop singer Namie Amuro. Namie Amuro, or the “Queen of Jpop”, is one of the best-selling artists in Japanese music history.

Namie Amuro

The Japanese singer Kyary Pamyu Pamyu has been labeled by CNN and known as Japan’s Lady Gaga.

Kyary Pamyu Pamyu

Lee Seung Gi is like the male, Korean Enya. He has created many relaxing and smooth songs with his beautiful and captivating voice.

Lee Seung Gi

Hyde in Vamps is very similar to the American singer, Sting. The band Vamps (not The Vamps) is a rock duo that creates many great songs with a classic style.

Hyde

There are also many actors and actresses in these countries that are similar to our entertainers.

The Korean idol, Rain is both a singer and actor and compares to Tom Cruise. Rain has even been in American films such as Ninja Assassin and Speed Racer.

Rain in Ninja Assassin

The Brad Pitt of Korea is the famous actor Won Bin. Won Bin is constantly referenced in shows and even Kpop songs for his incredible acting and not to mention good looks. Ironically Won Bin has only done a few movies.

Won Bin in The Man From Nowhere

The Japanese actor, Kenichi Matsuyama is much like the actor Christian Bale. Kenichi adapts to many different roles and can easily pull in the viewer.

Kenichi Matsuyama in Death Note

If you're curious as to how similar these entertainers are to our idols, then you can find many songs and movies that display their talent all over the internet.

Is there anyone you find to have a better comparison? Whose work are you most interested in checking out?