Unpretty Rapstar is a South Korean reality television series that focuses on female rappers competing for the chance to be featured on a compilation album. The show gained massive popularity for its intense atmosphere, high-stakes rap battles, and the unfiltered personalities of its contestants, often highlighting the competitive nature of the underground and mainstream hip-hop scenes in South Korea. Throughout its run, the series featured various challenges, including diss battles, track missions, and live performances, where contestants were judged by producers and their peers. The show became a cultural phenomenon, launching the careers of several prominent female artists and sparking numerous viral moments that defined the K-hip-hop landscape during the mid-2010s.