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Time of India
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kings return: BTS rules June's singer brand rankings in their debut anniversary month; SEVENTEEN move to 3rd spot
The battle for the crown is back - the June 2025 singer brand reputation rankings are officially in! Unveiled by the Korean Business Research Institute, this month's results are fueled by massive waves of media buzz, fan engagement, and community impact, collected between May 27 and June 27. As the industry heats up with comebacks, tours, and surprise reunions, these rankings reveal which stars truly owned the spotlight in June. BTS reclaims the throne Celebrating their debut anniversary month, BTS soared back to No. 1 with a brand reputation index of 7,224,645, reflecting a 6.05% increase since May. From solo milestones to reunion moments, their impact continues to dominate across the board. Lim Young Woong holds steady at No. 2 Trot king Lim Young Woong secured second place with a strong score of 5,632,754, proving once again that his fan loyalty and consistent engagement remain unmatched in the soloist space. SEVENTEEN explodes into the top 3 Riding the wave of a successful comeback, SEVENTEEN jumped into third place with 5,463,326 points - a staggering 144.78% rise from last month. The group's digital impact and fan-driven momentum are impossible to ignore. BLACKPINK shines at No. 4 The 4 girls of BLACKPINK remain a fixture in the top tier, despite not releasing group music in years. They sit in the fourth spot with a brand reputation index of 4,378,334. Their global presence and brand power continue to speak volumes as they gear up for their world tour. BIGBANG returns to the top 5 Legends in their own right, BIGBANG made a surprise surge into fifth place with 3,668,126, boosted by a 43.80% increase from May. Their lasting legacy keeps them relevant, even in a new generation of idols. Top 30 Singer Brand Reputation Rankings – June 2025 6. IVE 7. aespa 8. PSY 9. Lee Chan Won 10. Red Velvet 11. ZO ZAZZ 12. TWICE 13. KiiiKiii 14. DAY6 15. ILLIT 16. OH MY GIRL 17. RIIZE 18. LE SSERAFIM 19. Young Tak 20. NCT 21. FIFTY FIFTY 22. (G)I-DLE 23. Car, the Garden 24. Jang Yoon Jung 25. TWS 26. QWER 27. Kang Daniel 28. BIBI 29. Park Jin Young 30. Hearts2Hearts For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
Pink Villa
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
34th Seoul Music Awards 2025 Winners List: BLACKPINK's Rosé bags World Best Artist, BTS' RM and Jimin prove global prowess
The 34th Seoul Music Awards (SMA) finally took place on June 21, 2025. It marks a return to the spotlight after a months-long delay from its traditional January schedule. Despite the rescheduling, the night was packed with jaw-dropping performances, emotional acceptance speeches, and a star-studded lineup that honored the best in K-pop across 2024. Held annually, the Seoul Music Awards is one of South Korea's most prestigious music ceremonies. This year's edition continued its legacy by awarding artists based on music sales, fan votes, and professional judges' evaluation. Here's a full breakdown of the night's big winners and highlights: Daesang (Grand prize) The girl group claimed the night's highest honor for their achievements over the past year. Their bold musical style, strong message-driven lyrics, and dedicated fan base helped them secure this prestigious recognition. Bonsang Winners (Main awards) The Bonsang recognizes the most outstanding artists based on comprehensive performance in sales, popularity, and influence. This year, a wide variety of groups and soloists made the cut: ILLIT, NCT WISH, QWER, P1Harmony, IVE, aespa, ENHYPEN, PLAVE, NCT's Doyoung, I-DLE, Young Tak, ZEROBASEONE, TXT, BLACKPINK's Rosé, SEVENTEEN, Stray Kids, NCT DREAM, and G-Dragon. Best Album Award Best Song Award TXT World Best Artist Award BLACKPINK's Rosé, aespa Hallyu Special Award BTS' Jimin K-pop World Choice (Group) BABYMONSTER K-pop World Choice (Solo) Young Tak Best New Artist Award KiiiKiii, KickFlip, Hearts2Hearts Rising Star Award VVUP Discovery of the Year Award SAY MY NAME Best Performance Award CRAVITY, FIFTY FIFTY Trot Award Young Tak Ballad Award Hwang Ga Ram Band Award wave to earth OST Award Young Tak R&B/Hip Hop Award BTS' RM Popularity Award Lee Chan Won K-pop Special Award BTOB Best Group Award ILLIT, NCT WISH Best Soloist Award NCT's Doyoung The 34th Seoul Music Awards wrapped up with emotional highs, surprise wins, and unforgettable stages. With TXT and I-DLE emerging as the night's biggest winners, and fresh faces like BABYMONSTER and KiiiKiii stepping into the spotlight, the ceremony captured the ever-evolving landscape of K-pop. Despite being held later in the year, the energy and impact of SMA 2025 were as powerful as ever. It reminds fans why this annual celebration remains a cornerstone of Korean music culture.
