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30-06-2025
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Is Byeon Woo Seok still rising post-Lovely Runner success? Actor tops list with Resident Playbook's Jung Jun Won and more
The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed its latest brand reputation rankings for rising stars. It shines a spotlight on emerging names in South Korea's entertainment industry who are currently capturing public attention across various media platforms. The rankings are based on big data analytics collected from May 30 to June 30. They reflect key indicators such as media coverage, fan engagement, online interactions, and community buzz. This month, the rankings signal growing shifts in public interest and industry momentum. Several artists experienced dramatic surges in popularity. Byeon Woo Seok holds No. 1 spot Riding high on the success of recent projects and growing fanbase support, Byeon Woo Seok has maintained his stronghold at the top of the list. The actor recorded a brand reputation index of 3,854,725, securing the No. 1 spot for June. After years of background and supporting roles, Byeon Woo Seok's popularity soared with Lovely Runner. Now, fans are eagerly awaiting his next project alongside IU, titled Wife of a 21st Century Prince. Jung Jun Won and Choo Young Woo see rise Rising actor Jung Jun Won, famous for his recent role in Resident Playbook, moved up to second place with a brand index of 3,481,037. It reflects a 10.52% increase in overall score since May. The consistent growth signals a deepening interest from both fans and the media. One of the most remarkable shifts this month came from Choo Young Woo. He surged to third place after recording a massive 165.13% spike in his brand reputation index. With a score of 2,584,980, his dramatic rise signals a breakout moment. TWS and DAY6 complete the top five Rookie boy group TWS made a strong impression by landing in fourth place with a score of 2,421,831, up 47.38% from last month. Meanwhile, Veteran band DAY6 followed closely in fifth with a brand index of 2,394,802. Notable mentions Rounding out the top 10 were names like Go Yoon Jung, Car the Garden, KiiiKiii, Park Ji Hyeon, and Stray Kids. They highlight a mix of rising actors, soloists, and idol groups who continue to gain momentum. Further down the list, soloist BIBI, actor Lee Jun Hyuk, ENHYPEN and rookie girl group KATSEYE also made notable appearances. This indicates how diverse the entertainment industry's emerging talent pool has become. Full top 30 Rising Star Brand Reputation rankings – June 2025 Byeon Woo Seok Jung Jun Won Choo Young Woo TWS DAY6 Go Yoon Jung Car, the Garden KiiiKiii Park Ji Hyeon Stray Kids BIBI Lee Jun Hyuk Kim Do Yeong Lee Je Hoon Lee Young Ji Kim Hye Yoon Park Jung Min ENHYPEN Lee Jun Young Park Seo Jin Choi Woo Shik Shin Si Ah QWER Seo Kang Jun BABYMONSTER Jo Yuri Chae Soo Bin Lee Soo Ji Lee Yi Kyung KATSEYE
Pink Villa
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Resident Playbook's Jung Jun Won and Go Yoon Jung lead June 2025 Actor Brand Reputation Rankings, know top 30 list
The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed the results of its latest analysis. The spotlight shines on some of the biggest and fastest-rising names in the Korean entertainment industry. Covering the period between May 24 and June 24, the June 2025 rankings offer a detailed snapshot of actor popularity. The data was compiled using several indicators: media coverage, audience engagement, online interactions, and community discussions. It focused on 100 actors who appeared in dramas, films, or streaming content during the past month. Jung Jun Won clinches No. 1 spot Claiming the No. 1 spot for June is Jung Jun Won. His standout performance in Resident Playbook, Hospital Playlist spin-off, has catapulted him into the spotlight. With a brand reputation index of 5,748,349, Jung's ranking is a proof of his rising influence as a lead actor. Jung's natural acting style and growing fanbase signal a promising future for the actor. His popularity shows no signs of slowing down. Son Suk Ku and So Ji Sub take second and third In second place is Son Suk Ku. His back-to-back appearances in the crime-thriller Nine Puzzles and the romantic fantasy Heavenly Ever After earned him a brand index of 5,450,604. His consistent performances and genre versatility continue to keep him in the spotlight. Veteran actor So Ji Sub returned to the small screen with the gritty drama Mercy for None, placing third with a brand reputation index of 5,042,154. His powerful comeback and longstanding popularity made him a strong contender this month. Go Yoon Jung and Gong Myoung round out the Top 5 At No. 4 is Go Yoon Jung, who also starred in Resident Playbook. Her role helped her gain a solid brand score of 4,094,237. It further boosts her status as one of the most in-demand young actresses in the industry. Gong Myoung claimed fifth place with a brand reputation index of 3,787,932. This is all thanks to his roles in Mercy for None and Second Shot at Love. His romantic and dramatic range has continued to attract praise and growing fan support. Top 30 most talked-about actors in June 2025 Jung Jun Won Son Suk Ku So Ji Sub Go Yoon Jung Gong Myoung Choo Young Woo Lee Jun Young Park Ji Hoon Lee Jae In Kang You Seok Park Bo Gum Shin Si Ah Kim Da Mi Park Bo Young Kang Ha Neul Lee Byung Hun Yook Sungjae (BTOB) Lee Jae Wook Lee Jun Hyuk Kim So Hyun Kim Ji Yeon (WJSN's Bona) Han Ye Ji Jo Bo Ah Uhm Ji Won Ahn Jae Wook Han Ji Min Kim Hye Ja Hong Hwa Yeon Jung Kyung Ho Jang Dong Yoon This month's list doesn't just focus on leading actors. It also reflects a diverse blend of emerging stars and established names.
