I live in the moment. What have you done for me lately? KiiKii is exploding in popularity in Korea and NMIXX had a better 2025 than any girl group.
Still not enough imo.
A hit song won't mean a group will thrive, I'm not saying they won't, but one successful cb isn't enough to say they are the most popular.
I'm giving a little extra credit to KiiKii for breaking through in a big way with a good song and without their creative team stealing IVE's planning document.
I don't expect everyone to agree, but I have a feeling they will by year end
I absolutely don't think NMIXX is a controversial choice. I have a 6th sense when it comes to these things. They're entering their peak.
I'm giving a little extra credit to KiiKii for breaking through in a big way with a good song and without their creative team stealing IVE's planning document.
I don't expect everyone to agree, but I have a feeling they will by year end
I absolutely don't think NMIXX is a controversial choice. I have a 6th sense when it comes to these things. They're entering their peak.
The way I always liked kiiikiii, I hope they hit big, they have something in them that idk, it feels warmth.
I actually love the fact SS is clearly letting them sing in their natural tone and aren't forcing typical cutesy aegyo vocals just because they're young. That's really really obvious during 404 performances
NMIXX received a lot of recognition and success both domestically and abroad and also dropped the best album by far. They've always had strong fandom numbers; they just needed a digital breakthrough
All it takes is for ISaidISaid to stan them and it's over disbandment era
when it comes to 4/5th gen ggs, i only ever care(d) for this top 5. but most of them are in trouble or cancelled 
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50 50 (og)
(special mentions to: AtHeart, Ifeye, Rescene, Triple S, artms -> i mostly like their music but care less about the groups tho or the groups don't have enough content yet...)
take what you want from it. idgaf about the other current ggs. like NOT AT ALL.
All it takes is for ISaidISaid to stan them and it's over disbandment era
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i actually thought you were talking about idle but if you mean huntrix, istfg
Wrong on both guesses.
Wrong on both guesses.
Katseye?
This is my ranking for Korean popularity (imo), because that’s what matters to me.
There’s a big 4:
4. IVE
And I put them in that order because I think in a scenario where any 2 comeback with a good song, that’s who-beats-who to the top of the charts.
Then there’s a big gap, but lots of groups who could potentially be 5th. I think I am going to say Illit, but I might be biased.
Display MoreThis is my ranking for Korean popularity (imo), because that’s what matters to me.
There’s a big 4:
4. IVE
And I put them in that order because I think in a scenario where any 2 comeback with a good song, that’s who-beats-who to the top of the charts.
Then there’s a big gap, but lots of groups who could potentially be 5th. I think I am going to say Illit, but I might be biased.
totally agree
(except the part about illit 
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Katseye?
people left them in 25 
totally agree
Even the bit about Illit? 
Overall popularity 
so general reception/public engagement/fandom 
Imo the current order goes
KiiiKiii
(Tbh Illit could be higher with all the recent drama they’re discussed everywhere! Not including NJz since they’re not active!)
I think this is the year 5th gen takes over 
The new era era 
Based on Gallup, these are top GGs currently (not in particular order)
- Newjeans
- aespa
- IVE
Whatever 5th most popular group is, they are not comparable to these 4.
Kpop fans should away from the kpop bubble for a while, instead of judging everything through the kpop lens.
Hint: popularity =/= success =/= big fandoms
Display MoreBased on Gallup, these are top GGs currently (not in particular order)
- Newjeans
- aespa
- IVE
Whatever 5th most popular group is, they are not comparable to these 4.
Kpop fans should away from the kpop bubble for a while, instead of judging everything through the kpop lens.
Hint: popularity =/= success =/= big fandoms
For those leaving out Blackpink from top5, your ranking is very questionable, considering they released JUMP last year and outdid almost all groups on domestic + international. Except no physical release.
JUMP still comfortably sitting on top 20 on K charts & showing great longevity with 0 promo. Also, JUMP has the best streaming numbers on Spotify & YT music. Far above the rest of the top 5 you have listed. With just 1 new song
For those leaving out Blackpink from top5, your ranking is very questionable, considering they released JUMP last year and outdid almost all groups on domestic + international. Except no physical release.
JUMP still comfortably sitting on top 20 on K charts & showing great longevity with 0 promo. Also, JUMP has the best streaming numbers on Spotify & YT music. Far above the rest of the top 5 you have listed. With just 1 new song
I don't consider them an active group any longer
Katseye?
Bullseye
Lets ask Grok what he say
"Based on POPULARITY, what does your Top Girl Group Ranking look like as of today?"
Searching the web 31 results As of February 19, 2026, girl group popularity in K-pop (primarily fourth and fifth generation, with some legacy acts) is measured through a mix of brand reputation indexes (from Korean Business Research Institute data), streaming numbers (Spotify monthly listeners and streams), YouTube views, fan votes, global reach, and social buzz. These fluctuate with comebacks, solo activities, and momentum.BLACKPINK remains the undisputed top in global popularity and brand power, even during group hiatus periods—their members dominate individual rankings (e.g., Jennie topping February member brand reputation), and they lead in many metrics like historical streaming and influence. Recent brand data shows shifts, with IVE surging in February group rankings.Here's my synthesized Top 10 Girl Group Ranking by overall popularity right now (blending brand reputation from Jan/Feb 2026 reports, fan votes, streaming dominance, and community discussion):
This is subjective but grounded in current data—brand reputation leans domestic/Korean metrics, while global popularity favors BLACKPINK/TWICE/IVE. Things shift quickly with new releases (e.g., if BLACKPINK has a full comeback soon, they solidify #1 even more). What do you think—any surprises here or a group you feel is underrated?
Display MoreLets ask Grok what he say
"Based on POPULARITY, what does your Top Girl Group Ranking look like as of today?"
Searching the web 31 results As of February 19, 2026, girl group popularity in K-pop (primarily fourth and fifth generation, with some legacy acts) is measured through a mix of brand reputation indexes (from Korean Business Research Institute data), streaming numbers (Spotify monthly listeners and streams), YouTube views, fan votes, global reach, and social buzz. These fluctuate with comebacks, solo activities, and momentum.BLACKPINK remains the undisputed top in global popularity and brand power, even during group hiatus periods—their members dominate individual rankings (e.g., Jennie topping February member brand reputation), and they lead in many metrics like historical streaming and influence. Recent brand data shows shifts, with IVE surging in February group rankings.Here's my synthesized Top 10 Girl Group Ranking by overall popularity right now (blending brand reputation from Jan/Feb 2026 reports, fan votes, streaming dominance, and community discussion):
- BLACKPINK — Still the global queens. They top most brand reputation lists when active (e.g., Jan 2026), members sweep individual rankings (Jennie #1, Lisa #3, Rosé #4 in Feb), huge Spotify legacy, and unmatched international brand power.
- IVE — Extremely hot right now. They topped February 2026 group brand reputation (over BLACKPINK in some reports), consistent high in Jan, strong comebacks, and Wonyoung's massive individual pull (#2 in Feb member rankings).
- TWICE — Enduring giants. Steady top 3 in brand reputation (Jan/Feb), huge streaming (most streamed girl group on Spotify in Jan 2026), massive YouTube records, and consistent fanbase loyalty.
- ILLIT — Massive momentum as a 5th-gen leader. Jumped high in Jan brand rankings (#4), first girl group to top MelOn in 2026, strong streaming, and rising fast in fan discussions.
- Red Velvet — Veteran strength. Consistent top 5 in brand reputation (Jan/Feb), strong member presence, and reliable popularity with music releases.
- aespa — Strong global and conceptual appeal. High in fan votes and some Reddit/streaming discussions, though slightly lower in recent brand indexes.
- LE SSERAFIM — Solid mid-tier with good momentum. Frequent mentions in top lists, strong Spotify numbers earlier in the year.
- BABYMONSTER — Rising YG rookies. High in fan votes (often #2 in some polls), growing streaming/views, and lots of buzz as 5th-gen contenders.
- (G)I-DLE — Consistent performers. Appear in broader top group lists and have solid awards/streaming history.
- NMIXX or NewJeans (close call) — Both have momentum in discussions; NMIXX for recent growth, NewJeans for earlier dominance despite challenges.
This is subjective but grounded in current data—brand reputation leans domestic/Korean metrics, while global popularity favors BLACKPINK/TWICE/IVE. Things shift quickly with new releases (e.g., if BLACKPINK has a full comeback soon, they solidify #1 even more). What do you think—any surprises here or a group you feel is underrated?
Not aespa ranking outside the top 5 and below Red Velvet 
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love the delusions!