8 Pair of K-pop Idols who are actually cousins

Most of you are already familiar with K-pop iconic siblings like the Jung sisters, the Huening siblings, Lee Chaeyeon and Chaeryeong, and the AKMU siblings. Aside from siblings, there are also notable mother-daughter or father-son tandems in the industry. Here, we introduce 8 pair of K-pop idols who are actually related as cousins, showcasing the diverse family ties within the K-pop world.

1. Twice Jeongyeon and Kard Siwon

In an interview with International BNT, Kard Somin revealed her relation to TWICE’s Jeongyeon: "Jeongyeon is the niece of my father’s younger brother’s wife. As we are the same age, we were able to become close quickly," Kard Somin stated.

3. LUCY Wonsang and Weekly Jihan

LUCY’s Wonsang and Weekly’s Jihan, known cousins, share similar visual features. They clarified their familial relationship after being mistaken for a couple, sharing the clarification via an Instagram post.

Read more about their story here.

4. Twice Nayeon and Evnne Yunseo

Yunseo's participation in Boys Planet 999 revealed his familial ties to TWICE's Nayeon, confirmed by his agency. Post-show, Yunseo debuted with EVNNE.

5. SNSD Yuri and Tri.be Songsun

Songsun's venture into music was initially met with caution from her cousin, SNSD Yuri, who later supported her dream after witnessing her talent.

6. Momoland Taeha and JYJ Junsu

Former MOMOLAND member Taeha and former TVXQ and JYJ member Junsu, cousins, have shared a close relationship, supporting each other's careers.

7. Winner Mino and Gun

Rapper Gun, WINNER Mino's cousin, credits Mino for inspiring his rap career.

8. Cravity Serim and Woo!ah! member Songyee

Former Woo!ah! member Songyee and Cravity's Serim support each other's careers, often sharing moments on Instagram.

Having a celebrity relative can be both a boon and bane for aspirants in the entertainment industry. While comparisons are inevitable, these idols have proven their mettle and earned their places in the spotlight. Their shared journeys underscore the unstoppable drive to perform, bolstered by familial bonds.