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Time of India
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kings return: BTS rules June's singer brand rankings in their debut anniversary month; SEVENTEEN move to 3rd spot
The battle for the crown is back - the June 2025 singer brand reputation rankings are officially in! Unveiled by the Korean Business Research Institute, this month's results are fueled by massive waves of media buzz, fan engagement, and community impact, collected between May 27 and June 27. As the industry heats up with comebacks, tours, and surprise reunions, these rankings reveal which stars truly owned the spotlight in June. BTS reclaims the throne Celebrating their debut anniversary month, BTS soared back to No. 1 with a brand reputation index of 7,224,645, reflecting a 6.05% increase since May. From solo milestones to reunion moments, their impact continues to dominate across the board. Lim Young Woong holds steady at No. 2 Trot king Lim Young Woong secured second place with a strong score of 5,632,754, proving once again that his fan loyalty and consistent engagement remain unmatched in the soloist space. SEVENTEEN explodes into the top 3 Riding the wave of a successful comeback, SEVENTEEN jumped into third place with 5,463,326 points - a staggering 144.78% rise from last month. The group's digital impact and fan-driven momentum are impossible to ignore. BLACKPINK shines at No. 4 The 4 girls of BLACKPINK remain a fixture in the top tier, despite not releasing group music in years. They sit in the fourth spot with a brand reputation index of 4,378,334. Their global presence and brand power continue to speak volumes as they gear up for their world tour. BIGBANG returns to the top 5 Legends in their own right, BIGBANG made a surprise surge into fifth place with 3,668,126, boosted by a 43.80% increase from May. Their lasting legacy keeps them relevant, even in a new generation of idols. Top 30 Singer Brand Reputation Rankings – June 2025 6. IVE 7. aespa 8. PSY 9. Lee Chan Won 10. Red Velvet 11. ZO ZAZZ 12. TWICE 13. KiiiKiii 14. DAY6 15. ILLIT 16. OH MY GIRL 17. RIIZE 18. LE SSERAFIM 19. Young Tak 20. NCT 21. FIFTY FIFTY 22. (G)I-DLE 23. Car, the Garden 24. Jang Yoon Jung 25. TWS 26. QWER 27. Kang Daniel 28. BIBI 29. Park Jin Young 30. Hearts2Hearts For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
Pink Villa
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
BLACKPINK's Rosé stuns at PSY's SUMMER SWAG 2025 concert with APT., debuts dance all night live performance
BLACKPINK member Rosé took fans by surprise by appearing at PSY's SUMMER SWAG 2025 concert and performing her global smash hit APT. The show was held at the Incheon Asiad Main Stadium in Seo-gu, Incheon on June 28. PSY offered the K-pop girl group member a heartfelt on-stage entry with words of appreciation for APT. The duo then took over the stage and made the event even more memorable for the fans. Rosé at PSY's SUMMER SWAG 2025 concert Rosé performed APT., her global chart-buster featuring Bruno Mars at the PSY concert. It was her second surprise feature in an artist's concert this year, following her April act with Coldplay. In PSY's Incheon stage, she perfectly matched his vibe and the duo jumped around the stage while she sang APT. The veteran K-pop star seemed to have enjoyed it even more than the fans as he grooved to the song and even sang Bruno Mars' verses. Their synergy and on-stage energy created an electrifying moment. The scene, with confetti falling all around the stadium and the entire crowd cheering with their hands up during the performance, was truly magical. Rosé performed dance all night for the first time at PSY's SUMMER SWAG 2025 concert Besides APT., Rosé also performed dance all night and toxic till the end at the Incheon show. What made the act even more special was the fact that it was her first-ever live performance of dance all night. As usual, her vocals shined and fans savoured a soulful act. Rosé received a warm welcome by PSY Apparently, it was PSY who offered the BLACKPINK vocalist to join him at his SUMMER SWAG 2025 concert. Before calling Rosé on stage, the Gangnam Style singer revealed that she contacted him to let her know that she would be attending his concert, however, he asked her to share the stage with him instead. The reason for the same was his love for the song APT. PSY said, "I'm a singer, but I'm also a song writer. There's a song where I think, 'I wish that was my song' when another singer releases a song. The song I'm going to sing this time is that song. I'm going to sing it live." Following that, APT.'s music started playing and Rosé appeared.
Time of India
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Did BLACKPINK's Jennie inspire HUNTR/X's Rumi? 'K-pop Demon Hunters' creators set the record straight
Netflix's animated film K-Pop Demon Hunters has made a strong impression of fans across the globe since its release on June 20. It has captivated audiences with its bold mix of K-pop glamour, supernatural action, and high-energy songs. With its stunning visuals and thrilling storyline, the film has left fans entertained - and already craving more. While excitement continues to build, with many asking for a sequel, at the same time, fans have been busy drawing comparisons between the film's characters and real-life K-pop idols. While directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans have explained that the characters were inspired by a blend of various idol groups and artists, some viewers remain convinced they've spotted specific resemblances. some boards i worked on for plane fight #KPOPDEMONHUNTERS BLACKPINK's Jennie inspired Huntrix's Rumi? The story follows HUNTR/X, a rising K-pop girl group composed of Rumi, Mira, and Zoey - idols by day, secret demon hunters by night. Beneath the spotlight and infectious pop hooks, the trio is charged with defending the human world from dangerous spirits that slip between realms. Their greatest challenge comes in the form of the Saja Boys, a mysterious group with deep connections to the spirit world. The story unfolds as a high-stakes battle that pushes far beyond choreography and press conferences, blending action, pop culture, and heartfelt emotion into a vibrant fusion of fantasy and fame. Among the buzz, fans of BLACKPINK have pointed out strong similarities between Rumi and Jennie, sparking a wave of comparisons on social media. Even major music charts joined in, amplifying the chatter with retweets on X (formerly Twitter). HUNTR/X's Rumi isn't just Jennie Clearing the air, Maggie Kang posted on X: "Rumi was inspired by many leading ladies, some not even K-Pop. Names are going around (individual idols + groups) bc we only said "yes" as they were mentioned by interviewer to us but list of inspo for both Huntr/x & Saja Boys is endless. This has been clarified by us to press." Rumi was inspired by many leading ladies, some not even K-Pop. Names are going around (individual idols + groups) bc we only said 'yes' as they were mentioned by interviewer to us but list of inspo for both Huntr/x & Saja Boys is endless. This has been clarified by us to press. Origin of 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' Chris Appelhans had shared that the idea for the film was born during the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic. "Maggie and I began planning this film during the pandemic - a time when people all over the world were struggling to feel connected. Then BTS held an online concert, and suddenly millions of people, including us, were singing and dancing to 'Dynamite' from our homes. For a moment, the world felt a little brighter." Appelhans closed with a heartfelt wish: "Through the characters' journeys and the songs they sing, I hope viewers can feel even a fraction of the joy and light BTS gave us during that time." For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rekha plants a kiss on Mahima Chaudhry's daughter Ariana Mukherjee's cheek in unseen glimpses from Umrao Jaan re-release screening
Mahima Chaudhry made a graceful appearance at the star-studded re-release screening of Muzaffar Ali's classic Umrao Jaan in Mumbai on Thursday night (June 27). The actress, who was accompanied by her daughter Ariana Mukerjee and nephew Ryan, later took to social media to share rare, behind-the-scenes glimpses from the event, including candid moments with Rekha , Tabu, Aamir Khan, AR Rahman, Hema Malini, Jackie Shroff, Alia Bhatt, and Asha Bhosle . Rekha's sweet gesture for Ariana In one of the pictures shared by Mahima , legendary actress Rekha was seen planting a gentle kiss on Ariana's cheek, a tender moment that charmed the internet. The affectionate gesture not only warmed hearts but also highlighted the timeless diva's fondness for the next generation of Bollywood. Ariana's gesture of respect steals the show Among the standout moments of the evening was Mahima's daughter Ariana touching veteran actor Raj Babbar 's feet, a gesture that quickly caught the internet's attention. The star kid, dressed in a pastel blue outfit and high heels, impressed fans with her grace and humility. Mahima herself also exchanged traditional greetings with Raj Babbar and his family, as did her nephew Ryan, who followed suit in touching the senior actor's feet. Social media was abuzz with praise for Ariana's conduct. One user commented, 'It's rare to see such sanskaar in today's generation.' Others drew aesthetic comparisons between Ariana and global stars like BLACKPINK's Lisa and Selena Gomez, pointing out her unique hairstyle and poised appearance. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trending in in 2025: Local network access control [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo Alia Bhatt Shocks Fans By Recreating Rekha's 'Silsila' Look At Umrao Jaan Screening The Umrao Jaan re-release brought together several generations of Bollywood, with Rekha, the film's iconic lead, gracing the event. Also in attendance were Asha Bhosle, Janhvi and Khushi Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, Nushrratt Bharucha, and many others. Is Ariana Mukerjee Bollywood-bound? This is not the first time Ariana has caught public attention. She recently appeared at the premiere of Mahima's film Nadaaniyaan, and speculation is steadily building about whether she might follow in her mother's footsteps into the film industry. While there's no official confirmation yet, her public appearances and growing popularity have certainly sparked curiosity. Ariana is Mahima's daughter with ex-husband Bobby Mukherjee. The couple tied the knot in 2006 and parted ways in 2013.
Pink Villa
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
BLACKPINK's fans send protest truck to YG Entertainment a week before DEADLINE World Tour, know why
BLACKPINK is set to be back as a full-group next month. As part of their 2025 DEADLINE World Tour, the group will perform at the Goyang Sports Complex Main Stadium on June 5 and 6, where they will also unveil a new single. However, with the tour just around the corner, Korean BLINKs (BLACKPINK's fandom) sent a protest truck to the agency's offices, citing grievances over alleged mismanagement. A protest truck stationed outside YG Entertainment featured an LED banner containing several demands from the BLACKPINK Fan Union in, written in Korean language. They included– ' BLINKs demand a new song release on July 4th'", 'We're sick of YG's incompetence,' 'This isn't a hiatus, this is unfair treatment." Other messages included– 'Stop using BLINKs,' 'Stop delaying and making excuses and get to work now,' and 'We demand an official BLACKPINK comeback, not a leaked video or fancam. What is BLACKPINK's fandom protesting against? The video message included the fans' grievances and called for specific actions from the agency. Through the truck, the fandom listed their four central grievances, with the first being better treatment of Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé and Lisa by YG Entertainment. Another included fans' frustration over the lengthy wait of almost 3 years for BLACKPINK's comeback, only to be underwhelmed by the preparation. The fact that the group will only release a single, rather than a full album, made them unhappy. They demanded at least a release of a music video for the single on July 4, a day ahead of the tour's commencement. The further put forward their request for a group new album with 15-20 new songs, proper promotion, production of BLACKPINK Diary 2, and better communication with fans, rallying under the hashtag #YG_Blink_July_4th_BLACKPINK_Comeback_Demand. The fans further criticised YGE for lack of group activities for BLACKPINK since their 2023 contract renewal. They also alleged them of not supporting members' solo careers and limiting their musical potential. The current situation is tense, and all eyes will be on whether the management label will meet the fans' demands, and if not, how it may affect the artists.
