BTS’ Jungkook Crowned #1 Most Popular Male Soloist for September: Fans React Amid Military Hiatus

On September 23, 2024, the media outlet Korea Stock News reported that BTS member Jungkook has secured the #1 spot on the Male Solo Singer Trends Index for the period of September 9-15, 2024. This ranking is derived from data collected during that specific timeframe. Following closely, ASTRO’s Cha Eun-woo stands at #2 on the list.

The Male Solo Singer Trends Index evaluates male solo artists using the Rankify big data analysis program, which combines Google Trends and Naver search volume data to highlight the most popular and widely discussed male soloists within a designated time period.

Fans of BTS’ Jungkook have expressed their admiration for his recent accomplishment, taking to social media to share their praise. One user on X (formerly Twitter) remarked:

“Serving his country and still achieving outside. KING”

Many fans acknowledged his success despite currently serving in the military, with one admirer stating that Jungkook possesses “the most selling power.”Jungkook enlisted in December 2023 and is expected to complete his service around June 2025.

“PROUD OF YOU JUNGKOOK, WE LOVE YOU JUNGKOOK,” commented one X user.

“Even though he is still in military.. love you,” said another fan.

“Jungkook & Cha always No1 & 2 even on YouTube. Famous besties,” added another admirer.

Many fans underscored Jungkook’s massive popularity, stating that he consistently ranks #1. One Twitter user referred to Jungkook and Cha Eun-woo as “famous besties.”

“I don’t know what that brand reputation thing is about; he’s always the most talked about and has the most selling power,” commented one user.

“This is how to measure REAL popularity & impact, actual credible data not fan-made Google graph and fake media accounts. As expected, no one can surpass Jungkook’s impact,” another fan noted.

“Jungkook doesn’t know what No. 2 feels like; he is always number 1 in everything,” wrote another user.

“Yes, this is real data, not those fan-made Google graphs & fake articles. MOST POPULAR & IMPACTFUL indeed,” another fan commented.

BTS’ Jungkook ranks #1, followed by ASTRO’s Cha Eun-woo at #2

BTS’ Jungkook amassed 11,817 points, earning the top position in the Male Solo Singer Trends Index, while Cha Eun-woo secured the second spot with 8,890 points.

Here’s the complete list of the top 10 K-pop idols featured in the Male Solo Singer trend index:

Jungkook
Cha Eun-woo
Sugar
Daniel Kang
G-Dragon
Rain
Baekhyun
Park Jae-beom/Jay Park
Lee Seung-gi
Kim Beom-soo

The analysis revealed that Jungkook’s popularity spans various age groups, with approximately 13% of his fans in their teens, 26% in their 20s, 26% in their 30s, 21% in their 40s, and 14% in their 50s.

Jungkook’s appeal is evident among both genders, as the report showed that he comprises 28% male and 72% female fans, while Cha Eun-woo stands at 34% male and 66% female representation.

Moreover, Suga came in third with a demographic of 33% male and 67% female, while G-Dragon was fifth with 47% male and 53% female fans.

Recently, BTS’ Jungkook made history as the first Asian soloist to achieve 1.9 billion Spotify streams with his hit song “SEVEN”(feat. Latto) on September 16.

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