BTS’V continues to dominate the music scene, even while fulfilling his mandatory military service. V’s solo single “FRI(END)S” secured the top spot on the K-Pop Radar Weekly Fandom Chart, a U.S. K-Pop chart show.
K-Pop Radar program is the first-ever dedicated K-Pop radio show broadcasted regularly in the United States. The show also features a weekly fandom chart, which considers various factors like music video views, social media growth, and fan engagement.
V’s “FRI(END)S” reigned supreme on the chart for the week ending March 20, 2024. The music video garnered a staggering 15.63 million views during the K-Pop Radar’s designated charting period, which ran from March 14th to March 20th. This impressive view count showcases V’s enduring global influence, even during his absence from active promotions due to military service.
📡K-POP RADAR Weekly Fandom Chart Which artist had the biggest increase in fandom this week?
— K-POP RADAR (((케이팝레이더))) (@kpopradar_twt) March 22, 2024
V’s impact extends beyond music videos. His presence on streaming platforms like Spotify also saw a significant surge. During the same charting period, V’s Spotify followers skyrocketed by a staggering 125,000. This meteoric rise is a staggering 60 times higher than the average K-Pop artist, who typically sees an increase of around 2,000 followers per week.
V’s immense popularity translates to social media as well. His Instagram account saw a follower increase of 175,000 during the week, which is over 20 times the K-Pop artist average of 8,200 new followers per week.
While fulfilling his mandatory military service, V continues to capture the hearts of fans worldwide with his latest solo release “FRI(END)S”. The song’s success on the U.S. K-Pop chart and the surge in his social media following are testaments to V’s enduring influence and global popularity.
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