The monthly issues of MAXIM Korea in 2023 reflected the magazine’s deep immersion into popular domestic digital subcultures. Rather than relying solely on traditional fashion models, the publication capitalized on established online personalities who already possessed massive, loyal fanbases.
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: Emerged as a massive traffic driver for the official site, with contestant Chelsea Seol-ah securing a major round win with over 9,300 votes. The monthly issues of MAXIM Korea in 2023
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: The competition saw fierce voting until the final rounds. The top four finalists were: Yeonwoo Lee (1st in Round 4 voting) Ryoni Kim Gap-ju (Final Winner) Tori
Beyond the flagship Miss Maxim competition, 2023 highlighted the magazine's push for inclusivity: