aespa‘s Karina has claimed the top spot in the September girl group member brand reputation rankings, followed closely by IVE’s Jang Wonyoung and Winter, also from aespa. The rankings are based on a detailed analysis by the Korean Business Research Institute, using data collected from August 22 to September 22, 2024.

The analysis is part of a monthly evaluation of girl group members, assessing their media coverage, consumer participation, communication, and community awareness. The rankings offer insights into the public’s current perceptions and preferences within the K-pop industry.

Karina Secures First Place

Karina, the leader of aespa, has experienced a significant rise in her brand reputation index, reaching an impressive 6,512,050. This marks an increase of 18.98 percent from her performance last month. In her keyword analysis, Supernova, MY ARTi FILM, and Synchro U were the most notable phrases associated with her. Additionally, her most popular related terms were transform, exceptional, and lovely. Karina’s positivity-negativity analysis showed a remarkable 93.42 percent positive reaction from the public, solidifying her strong standing in the K-pop scene.

Jang Wonyoung and Winter Follow in Second and Third

IVE’s Jang Wonyoung secured the second spot with a brand reputation index of 5,878,590, reflecting a 3.65 percent rise in her score since August. Wonyoung’s steady popularity continues to place her at the top of the rankings, making her one of the most recognizable faces in the K-pop industry.

Winter, also from aespa, took third place with a brand reputation index of 4,351,148. Like her groupmate Karina, Winter saw a significant rise in her score, boasting a 19.03 percent increase from the previous month. Winter’s growing influence and popularity highlight the rising prominence of aespa in the K-pop world.

Taeyeon and Jennie Round Out the Top Five

Girls’ Generation’s Taeyeon claimed the fourth spot with a brand reputation index of 3,051,966, maintaining her strong presence in the rankings. Known for her extensive career and impact as both a group member and solo artist, Taeyeon continues to garner significant public attention.

BLACKPINK’s Jennie landed in the sixth spot, proving her enduring influence as one of the top K-pop idols globally. Jennie’s constant presence in brand rankings reflects the success of BLACKPINK as a group and the strong individual appeal of its members.

Top 30 Girl Group Members for September 2024

1. aespa’s Karina
2. IVE’s Jang Wonyoung
3. aespa’s Winter
4. IVE’s An Yujin
5. Girls’ Generation’s Taeyeon
6. BLACKPINK’s Jennie
7. KISS OF LIFE’s Natty
8. cignature’s Jeewon
9. aespa’s Ningning
10. LE SSERAFIM’s Kim Chaewon
11. Red Velvet’s Seulgi
12. aespa’s Giselle
13. TWICE’s Nayeon
14. TWICE’s Jeongyeon
15. BLACKPINK’s Jisoo
16. Girls’ Generation’s Seohyun
17. TWICE’s Jihyo
18. LE SSERAFIM’s Sakura
19. fromis_9’s Lee Chaeyoung
20. IVE’s Rei
21. OH MY GIRL’s YooA
22. Red Velvet’s Joy
23. Red Velvet’s Wendy
24. fromis_9’s Baek Ji Heon
25. OH MY GIRL’s Mimi
26. NewJeans’ Hanni
27. LE SSERAFIM’s Kazuha
28. LE SSERAFIM’s Hong Eunchae
29. OH MY GIRL’s Yubin
30. OH MY GIRL’s Arin

The September rankings reflect the growing popularity of younger girl group members like those from aespa and IVE, as well as established idols such as Taeyeon and Jennie. The mix of rising stars and experienced performers shows the evolving nature of the K-pop industry, with new talents steadily gaining recognition alongside long-standing figures.

aespa has secured multiple positions within the top 10, emphasizing the group’s current dominance. Meanwhile, IVE’s Jang Wonyoung and An Yujin continue to perform strongly, representing the ongoing success of IVE as a leading girl group in the K-pop industry.

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(source: soompi)