8+ Buzzworthy K-pop Boy Groups in September 2023 — Who's Most Popular?
September is still ongoing, and many K-pop groups have made their marks with their music releases, variety show appearances, concerts, and many more.
To measure their buzz, the Korean Business Research Institute has officially announced their newest brand reputation rankings involving K-pop boy groups. Results were derived from numerous factors such as media coverage and participation of consumers.
According to the chart, the institute covered data from August 9 to September 9.
Here are the 10 most buzzworthy K-pop boy groups in September 2023!
1. BTS
BTS made it on the list's No. 1, where they placed with a brand reputation index of 7,785,449 and an 18.97 percent score increase for the month of September. They have also garnered 93.04 percent positive reactions for their positivity-negativity analysis.
Despite not releasing a group comeback for 2023's second quarter, the boys still gained traction in their individual schedules. These activities include promoting their solo debuts while maintaining their love for ARMYs through consistent interaction on social media.
2. SEVENTEEN
SEVENTEEN landed in second place with a brand reputation index of 5,355,287, due to an 8.30 percent score rise. The group has also been active in their content, music, and engagement with CARATs.
3. NCT
NCT made it to No. 3 after earning a brand reputation index of 4,041,162 and a 76.15 percent score rise.
4. EXO
EXO claimed fourth place after receiving a brand reputation index of 3,578,589.
5. THE BOYZ
In fifth place, THE BOYZ completed the top five with a 41.63 percent score increase and a brand reputation index of 3,224,010.
6. INFINITE
INFINITE continued the list by placing at No. 6 with a brand reputation index of 2,457,559.
7. ZEROBASEONE
ZEROBASEONE made it to No. 7 after seeing a brand reputation index of 2,302,163. They are also steadily gaining popularity for their promotions as Mnet's newest project boy group.
8. Stray Kids
Stray Kids made it to eighth place with a brand reputation index of 2,023,130. The group also continued to go viral for their win at the 2023 MTV Music Video Awards for "Best K-pop."
9. Super Junior
Super Junior claimed No. 9 with a brand reputation index of 1,569,456 for September.
10. MONSTA X
Last but not least, MONSTA X rounded up the top 10 for September 2023 with a brand reputation index of 1,532,870.
See the full list before:
1. BTS
2. SEVENTEEN
3. NCT
4. EXO
5. THE BOYZ
6. INFINITE
7. ZEROBASEONE
8. Stray Kids
9. Super Junior
10. MONSTA X
11. BTOB
12. ENHYPEN
13. SHINee
14. ASTRO
15. TREASURE
16. WINNER
17. 2PM
18. ONF
19. BIGBANG
20. ATEEZ
21. Highlight
22. TVXQ
23. TXT
24. Wanna One
25. VIXX
26. PENTAGON
27. NU'EST
28. NINE.i
29. Shinhwa
30. OMEGA X
Which K-pop boy groups on the list are your favorite artists? Do you have an ult group? Let us know in the comments below!
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