- Karina from aespa tops the July rankings, surpassing IVE’s Wonyoung with a significant increase in brand reputation.
- IVE’s Wonyoung drops to second place, though her score still rises; Girls’ Generation’s Taeyeon and TWICE’s Nayeon move up in the top five.
- BLACKPINK members experience a decline, with Jennie falling out of the top 10 and Jisoo becoming the highest-ranked member at 13th.
In July 2024, aespa’s Karina has achieved a major milestone by overtaking IVE’s Wonyoung as the top girl group member in brand reputation rankings. Karina’s impressive 157.78% rise in her score has placed her at the forefront, reflecting her growing influence and popularity.
Meanwhile, Wonyoung, who had consistently led the rankings, has slipped to second place despite a notable increase in her brand index. Girls’ Generation’s Taeyeon and TWICE’s Nayeon have also made impressive strides, securing positions within the top five.
aespa’s Karina Claims Top Spot as BLACKPINK Members Fall in July Brand Rankings
July has been a landmark month for aespa’s Karina, who has risen to the top of the girl group member brand reputation rankings. With a striking 157.78% increase in her score, Karina has outpaced IVE’s Wonyoung, who had previously dominated the charts. The surge in her brand reputation reflects her growing popularity and the success of aespa’s latest hit, “Supernova.”
IVE’s Wonyoung, despite falling to second place, has shown a 12.42% increase in her brand index. This indicates that her popularity remains strong, even though she is no longer leading the rankings. Girls’ Generation’s Taeyeon and TWICE’s Nayeon have also made significant gains, with Taeyeon moving up to third and Nayeon rounding out the top five.
BLACKPINK’s members have experienced a notable decline in their rankings. Jennie, who was fifth last month, has slipped to 19th, while Jisoo has managed to stay as the highest-ranking BLACKPINK member at 13th. The drop in their rankings highlights the shifting dynamics within the K-pop industry and the increasing competition among girl group members.
Overall, the changes in the rankings reflect the dynamic nature of the K-pop industry, where shifts in popularity and influence can occur rapidly. Karina’s rise and the decrease in BLACKPINK’s members’ positions underline the competitive environment and the continuous evolution of public perception and brand reputation.
Karina’s ascent to the top spot highlights her growing influence in the K-pop scene, while the shifting positions of other top idols illustrate the ever-changing landscape of girl group popularity.
“Aespa’s Karina surpasses IVE’s Wonyoung as the top-ranking girl group member in July, with a dramatic rise in brand reputation.”
