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September Rising Singer Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

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🗓️ Sep 25, 2026, 3:15 AM UTC⏱️ 1 min read👀 0 views💬 0

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1The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for rising singers!The rankings were determined through an analysis…

The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for rising singers!

The rankings were determined through an analysis of various rising singers’ media coverage, consumer participation, interaction, and community awareness indexes, using big data collected from August 25 to September 25.

RESCENE held onto their spot at the top of the list this month with a brand reputation index of 8,160,727, marking a 17.33 percent increase in their score since August.

ATEEZ × ATEEZ About group ATEEZ ATEEZ is an eight-member K-pop boy group known for powerful performances, intense choreography, and a strong global fanbase. Since debuting in 2018, they have built a reputation for cinematic concepts and commanding stage presence. Tap again to view profile → Close also maintained their position at second place with a brand reputation index of 3,437,673 for September.

Seongri jumped to third place after seeing a 99.28 percent rise in his brand reputation index since last month, bringing his total score to 3,241,649.

Jang Han × Artist bio Han Real name: Han Ji-sungPosition: Rapper, Vocalist, ProducerNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 2000-09-14Birthplace: Incheon, South Korea Rapper and vocalist of Stray Kids. Han is energetic, witty, and talkative, with a mix of comedic personality and serious focus on music and producing. Tap again to view profile → Close Byul took fourth place with a brand reputation index of 2,983,286, marking a 78.21 percent increase in his score since August.

Finally, CORTIS × CORTIS About group CORTIS CORTIS is a five-member boy group under BIGHIT MUSIC consisting of MARTIN, JAMES, JUHOON, SEONGHYEON and KEONHO. The group debuted in 2025. The name CORTIS is derived from the phrase "COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES" and represents thinking freely beyond conventional rules and standards. The members participate collaboratively in music, choreography, performance and visual production. Tap again to view profile → Close came in at a close fifth with a brand reputation index of 2,933,342 for September.

Check out the top 30 for this month below!

RESCENE

Seongri

CORTIS × CORTIS About group CORTIS CORTIS is a five-member boy group under BIGHIT MUSIC consisting of MARTIN, JAMES, JUHOON, SEONGHYEON and KEONHO. The group debuted in 2025. The name CORTIS is derived from the phrase "COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES" and represents thinking freely beyond conventional rules and standards. The members participate collaboratively in music, choreography, performance and visual production. Tap again to view profile → Close

Stray Kids × About group Stray Kids Stray Kids is an eight-member self-producing boy group known for intense performances, experimental sound, and powerful rap lines. Tap again to view profile → Close

Kim Yong Bin

NCT × NCT About group NCT NCT is a South Korean boy group formed by SM Entertainment with a unique multi-unit concept. There are 6 units within NCT; NCT 127, NCT DREAM, NCT WISH, WayV, NCT U, NCT DOJAEJUNG. Tap again to view profile → Close

I.O.I

Park Ji Hyeon

10CM

WOODZ × Artist bio WOODZ Real name: Cho Seung-younPosition: Soloist, Singer-Songwriter, Rapper, ProducerNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 1996-08-05Birthplace: South Korea WOODZ is a South Korean singer-songwriter, rapper, and producer known for his versatility across pop, R&B, hip-hop, rock, and alternative music. WOODZ has described himself as emotionally sensitive and as someone whose feelings can move back and forth quickly. Over time, he has spoken about learning to accept stress, become more balanced, and avoid defining himself too rigidly. He values emotional exchange and frequently channels changing emotions into his music. Tap again to view profile → Close (Cho Seung Youn)

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DAY6

Woody

aespa × aespa About group aespa aespa is a South Korean girl group formed by SM Entertainment, consisting of Karina, Giselle, Winter, and Ningning. Since their debut in 2020, aespa has gained international recognition for their innovative concept that combines music, storytelling, and virtual avatars, creating a unique identity within the K-pop industry. Known for their powerful vocals, dynamic performances, and futuristic sound, the group has consistently topped charts and attracted a growing global fanbase. With hit songs such as “Black Mamba,” “Next Level,” “Savage,” “Spicy,” and “Supernova,” aespa has established itself as one of the leading fourth-generation K-pop groups. Their distinctive blend of pop, electronic, and experimental music, combined with strong visual concepts and world tours, continues to expand their influence and popularity among fans around the world. Tap again to view profile → Close

Yena × Artist bio YENA Real name: Choi Ye-naPosition: Soloist, Singer, Rapper, ActressNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 1999-09-29 YENA is a South Korean solo singer, rapper, and actress. She is a former member of IZ*ONE and launched her solo career in 2022. YENA is known for a bright, energetic, humorous, and expressive personality. Her public appearances often show a playful side, while her solo work also reflects determination and a willingness to experiment with different concepts. Tap again to view profile → Close

NMIXX × NMIXX About group NMIXX NMIXX is a South Korean girl group under JYP Entertainment. The group consists of Lily, Haewon, Sullyoon, Bae, Jiwoo, and Kyujin and debuted in 2022. Tap again to view profile → Close

Rowoon

ENHYPEN × ENHYPEN About group ENHYPEN ENHYPEN is a six member boy group formed through I-LAND, known for powerful performances, storytelling concepts, and global popularity. Tap again to view profile → Close

BIBI × Artist bio BIBI Real name: Kim Hyung-seoPosition: Soloist, Singer-Songwriter, Rapper, ActressNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 1998-09-27Birthplace: Ulsan, South Korea BIBI is a South Korean singer-songwriter, rapper, and actress known for her distinctive sound, candid songwriting, visual storytelling, and acting career. BIBI is known for a candid, expressive, unconventional, and creatively fearless public personality. She frequently uses humor and direct communication while exploring darker, more vulnerable, or provocative emotions through her music and visual storytelling. Tap again to view profile → Close

KyoungSeo

MAMAMOO × MAMAMOO About group MAMAMOO MAMAMOO is a South Korean girl group known for powerful vocals, stage presence, and genre-blending hits. Tap again to view profile → Close ’s Hwasa × Artist bio Hwasa Real name: Ahn Hye-jinPosition: Vocalist • PerformerNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 1995-07-23 Vocalist and performer of MAMAMOO. Tap again to view profile → Close

KiiiKiii

Ahn Sung Hoon

EXO × EXO About group EXO EXO is a globally influential K-pop boy group known for powerful vocals, polished performances, and a strong legacy in modern K-pop. Since debuting in 2012, EXO has shaped the sound and visuals of an entire generation. Tap again to view profile → Close ’s Doh Kyung Soo (D.O. × Artist bio D.O. Real name: Do Kyung-sooPosition: Main VocalistNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 1993-01-12Birthplace: Goyang, South Korea Praised for clean, emotional vocals and expressive performance, both on stage and on screen. Tap again to view profile → Close )

BABYMONSTER × About group BABYMONSTER BABYMONSTER is a multinational girl group under YG Entertainment. They debuted as a full ensemble on April 1, 2024. Tap again to view profile → Close

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