Popular Third-Gen Idol’s Shocking MV YouTube Views Spark Major Scepticism

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“Is he really that popular?”

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A debate as old as time comes with how genuine K-Pop video views are on YouTube, with a constant battle between organic views and those from advertisements.

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The question of ads vs. organic views has become a hot topic regarding GOT7‘s BamBam.

BamBam recently released the video for his track “WONDERING.”

It sparked huge reactions with the unexpected kiss scene at the end.

Within 14 hours, the video had amassed 15 million views.

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One OP noticed the huge number, and shared a genuine question of whether BamBam was truly that popular.

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Netizens shared their thoughts, adding that it seems unreal that the views were organic because while BamBam is popular, the figures were high compared to other top idols, including members of BLACKPINK.

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Some hit back at the criticism and skepticism, believing that BamBam’s influence and popularity in Thailand are underestimated and that it shouldn’t be surprising if the views are high, especially including the idol kiss scene, which is always hot news.

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Some pointed out that both can be true and while BamBam is popular and the video would get organic views, it is hard not to believe that ads have played a part.

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As of October 13, the views are on 41M, and it still seems to be attracting major attention.