BTS has once again proven their unbeatable popularity by ranking No. 1 in the October 2025 Singer Brand Reputation Rankings.
According to the Korea Corporate Reputation Research Institute, BTS took the top spot, followed by Lim Young Woong in second and IVE in third.
The rankings were based on data collected from September 25 to October 25, analyzing singers’ media presence, fan engagement, communication, and community buzz.
BTS (RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, Jungkook) earned a brand reputation index of 7,806,991, marking an 8.85% increase from last month. Their consistent global influence and the power of their fandom ARMY helped them secure the top position once again.
Lim Young Woong followed closely in second with a score of 7,140,672, while IVE (Ahn Yu Jin, Gaeul, Rei, Jang Won Young, Liz, Leeseo) came in third with 4,037,409 points. Meanwhile, BLACKPINK (Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, Lisa) ranked fourth, and Kim Yong Bin placed fifth, completing the top 5 list.
A representative from the research institute stated, “BTS, driven by their global fandom ARMY, took first place. Lim Young Woong, supported by his strong community ‘Hero Generation,’ followed in second. IVE, who continue to impress with steady growth, placed third.”
With BTS’s continued rise and IVE’s steady impact, fans are already looking forward to how the rankings will shift in the coming months.
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