On August 21, Netflix’s Popstar Academy was added to the platform’s catalog. Popstar Academy is a docuseries that follows the formation of the K-Pop-trained international girl group KATSEYE.
The series documented the journey from before the Dream Academy series began, introducing a few new faces. Pop star Academy also gave a more emotional look at the program, including showing conflicts between the girls.
After the release of the show, many felt that the conflict involving Manon and the other members painted several in a negative light, and could possibly negatively affect their growth so soon after debut.
Is Netflix’s “Pop Star Academy” Documentary “Sabotaging” HYBE Girl Group KATSEYE?
Taking a look at some of the group’s stats show that the opposite has actually happened.
First, the group’s YouTube account saw a spike in the number of new followers in the days following the release of the series. The views on their channel’s content also saw an increase.
Next, each of their social media accounts has seen a jump in followers, but their Instagram account is where the growth is most apparent.
After the release of the show, KATSEYE began seeing jumps in followers over 20 thousand each day.
It seems that many enjoyed the real look at the issues that can arise during a survival show. You check out what KATSEYE said about the program below.
KATSEYE Address Their Controversial Netflix Docuseries
