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Statistics About The Most Famous Kpop Idol

Statistics about the most famous Kpop idol would typically include metrics such as social media followers, album sales, awards won, and concert attendance numbers.

Last Updated: June 20, 2024

Written & Summarized by: Jannik Lindner

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In this post, we explore the latest statistical insights into the world of Kpop idols in 2021. From the staggering social media followings of BTS and Blackpink to their groundbreaking achievements in the music industry, these statistics shed light on the unparalleled fame and success of these iconic groups and artists.

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"BTS is the most famous Kpop idol group as of 2021."

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"As of January 2021, BTS's followers on Instagram amounted to 37.1 million."

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"Blackpink is the second most famous Kpop idol group in 2021."

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"BTS’s music video for “Dynamite” holds the record for the most viewed YouTube video in the first 24 hours of release with 101.1 million views."

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"BTS is the first Kpop idol group to earn a Grammy nomination."

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"As of 2021, Lisa of Blackpink is the most followed Kpop idol on Instagram with over 50 million followers."

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"The most famous solo Kpop idol is G-Dragon, known for his work with Big Bang and as a solo artist."

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"IU is the most famous female solo Kpop idol as of 2021."

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"BTS is the first and only Kpop idol group with four number one albums on the 'Billboard 200' within two years."

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"As of 2021, Baekhyun of EXO is the best-selling album artist among male solo Kpop idols."

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"BTS’s single “Butter” debuted at No.1 on Billboard's Hot 100 songs chart."

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"Twice is the top girl group in Korea as of 2021."

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"IU's album "Palette" won Album of the Year at the 2017 Melon Music Awards."

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"G-Dragon is known as the "King of Kpop"."

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"BTS has over 40 million followers on Spotify."

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"BTS remains the most-streamed Kpop artist on Spotify with over 16 billion streams as of 2021."

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"In 2020, Mamamoo's "Dingga" had over 59 million streams on Spotify."

In conclusion, the statistics clearly emphasize the overwhelming global dominance of BTS within the Kpop industry, solidifying their status as the most famous idol group of 2021. With record-breaking achievements in album sales, music video views, Grammy nominations, and chart-topping hits, BTS has reshaped the landscape of Kpop and garnered an immense following across various platforms such as Instagram and Spotify. While other groups and solo artists like Blackpink, G-Dragon, IU, Baekhyun, and Twice also boast notable accomplishments and widespread recognition, BTS’s unparalleled success and influence set them apart as trailblazers in the genre, showcasing their unparalleled impact on the global music scene.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik is the Co-Founder of Gitnux and has been working in the digital space since 2016. He is specialized in content and tech.

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