7 Most Popular K-pop Boy Groups for June 2023: BTS, SEVENTEEN, More!

By Riely Miller Jun 12, 2023

June has marked the 2023's half, and in K-pop, idols are becoming busier than ever. Throughout 2023, several groups have made their respective comebacks, show appearances, and other activities that can contribute to their exposure to fans.

For the month of June, the Korean Business Research Institute has officially announced their first brand reputation rankings, which involves K-pop boy groups.

The rankings were derived from analyzing data regarding consumer participation, coverage, interaction, and other factors that can generate buzz. The data was collected from May 10 to June 10.

Here are the 7 most popular K-pop boy groups for June 2023!

1. BTS

On the first place, BTS reigned on the rankings, marking their 61st consecutive month. The K-pop sensation earned a brand reputation index of 9,936,435. As for their positivity-negativity analysis, the septet managed to gather 96.02 percent in their positive reactions.

2. SEVENTEEN

As for SEVENTEEN, the group defended their position at second place with a brand reputation index of 4,379,894. With them being active in their social media content, promotions, and appearances, SEVENTEEN continues to dominate in the rankings.

3. NCT

NCT secured the list's No. 3 spot with a brand reputation index of 2,376,715. The group also trended for the withdrawals of members Lucas, Shotaro, and Sungchan.

Additionally, NCT Taeyong also set himself on the trends after releasing his first official solo album "SHALALA" and its title track of the same name. Moreover, the group also made buzz when they announced their concert "NCT NATION: To The World."

4. BTOB

BTOB managed to secure the fourth place on the list with a brand reputation index of 2,225,285.

5. Stray Kids

Stray Kids claimed and completed the top five for June with a brand reputation index of 2,078,915. This is due to an amazing jump of 61.57 percent score rise.

Stray Kids have also broken records from May to June with their third full-length album "★★★★★ (5-STAR)" and its title track "S-Class."

6. SHINee

SHINee earned a brand reputation index of 2,017,434 for June. The legendary "Princes of K-pop" also trended due to their promotions, fan-events, upcoming concerts, and their highly anticipated comeback.