NB: Counter arguments are welcome! Maybe something is missing and the result is not objective. Guess fan and official “fancams” must not be counted together..
NB: Do we need to save/archive the most popular fancams to -your-Drive maybe?
K-pop Girl Group Fancam Popularity Analysis Report
Analysis Period: May 18 – June 15, 2025
Date: June 18, 2025
Executive Summary
This comprehensive analysis examines the most popular K-pop fancam videos on YouTube for 13 major girl groups during the specified timeframe of May 18 – June 15, 2025. Through systematic data collection and analysis, we have identified key trends, standout performances, and notable patterns in fancam popularity.
Key Findings
- MEOVV emerges as the dominant force with 832,023 total views across 3 videos
- Most viral individual fancam: MEOVV’s “HANDS UP” (513,042 views)
- M COUNTDOWN proves to be the most valuable platform with 936,270 total views
- 4K video quality is the preferred standard for high-performing content
- M2 (Mnet’s official channel) leads with an average of 156,045 views per video
Methodology
Data Collection Strategy
- Comprehensive YouTube Search: Utilized both English and Korean search terms (“fancam”, “직캠”) for all 13 target groups
- Date Range Filtering: Focused on content uploaded between May 18 – June 15, 2025
- Manual Verification: Extracted detailed metadata using browser automation for accuracy
- Multi-Platform Coverage: Included both official broadcaster channels and independent fan channels
Target Groups Analyzed
aespa, LE SSERAFIM, IVE, NMIXX, ITZY, TWICE, (G)I-DLE, MEOVV, ILLIT, NewJeans, STAYC, IZNA, Red Velvet
Detailed Findings
1. Group Performance Rankings
| 1 | MEOVV | 832,023 | 3 | 277,341 |
| 2 | ILLIT | 256,920 | 2 | 128,460 |
| 3 | aespa | 89,810 | 3 | 29,937 |
| 4 | (G)I-DLE | 66,704 | 2 | 33,352 |
| 5 | Red Velvet | 37,543 | 1 | 37,543 |
| 6 | NMIXX | 18,422 | 2 | 9,211 |
| 7 | LE SSERAFIM | 7,034 | 1 | 7,034 |
| 8 | IVE | 90 | 1 | 90 |
2. Top 10 Most Popular Individual Fancams
| 1 | MEOVV | Group | HANDS UP | 513,042 | 2025-05-15 | M COUNTDOWN |
| 2 | MEOVV | ANNA | HANDS UP | 251,981 | 2025-05-03 | M COUNTDOWN |
| 3 | ILLIT | Group | Multi-song Set | 150,920 | 2025-05-03 | TREND WAVE 2025 |
| 4 | ILLIT | Group | Tick-Tack + Cherish + Magnetic | 106,000 | 2025-05-03 | TREND WAVE 2025 |
| 5 | aespa | Group | Multi-song Set | 79,149 | 2025-05-22 | 건국대학교 축제 |
| 6 | MEOVV | ELLA | HANDS UP | 67,000 | 2025-05-01 | M COUNTDOWN |
| 7 | (G)I-DLE | SHUHUA | Good Thing | 54,000 | 2025-05-22 | M COUNTDOWN |
| 8 | Red Velvet | IRENE & SEULGI | TILT | 37,543 | 2025-05-29 | M COUNTDOWN |
| 9 | NMIXX | Group | KNOW ABOUT ME + See that? | 13,122 | 2025-04-30 | Seoul Spring Festa |
| 10 | (G)I-DLE | MIYEON | Good Thing | 12,704 | 2025-05-29 | M COUNTDOWN |
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3. Platform and Event Analysis
Most Successful Events
- M COUNTDOWN – 936,270 total views (6 videos)
- TREND WAVE 2025 – 256,920 total views (2 videos)
- 건국대학교 축제 – 79,149 total views (1 video)
- Seoul Spring Festa 2025 – 13,122 total views (1 video)
- SUPERPOP 2025 – 10,661 total views (2 videos)
Top-Performing Channels
- M2 (Mnet Official) – 936,270 total views (6 videos, 156,045 avg)
- 길몽 – 150,920 views (1 video)
- K-PLANET – 119,122 views (2 videos)
- 유일한하날 – 79,149 views (1 video)
- On the street – 12,334 views (2 videos)
Trend Analysis
1. MEOVV’s Breakout Success
MEOVV demonstrates exceptional fancam performance, particularly with their “HANDS UP” promotions across multiple M COUNTDOWN appearances. Their success indicates:
- Strong fan engagement and organic sharing
- Effective utilization of official broadcaster platforms
- Consistent high-quality 4K content production
2. The Power of Official Broadcasting Platforms
M COUNTDOWN emerges as the most valuable platform for fancam content, generating significantly higher view counts than university festivals or other events. This suggests:
- Higher production quality and camera work
- Broader audience reach through official channels
- Better SEO and discoverability on YouTube
3. Multi-Song Performance Sets Drive Engagement
Several of the top-performing videos feature multiple songs or full performance sets rather than single tracks, indicating:
- Viewer preference for comprehensive content
- Higher watch time leading to better algorithm promotion
- Increased value proposition for fans
4. Video Quality Standards
4K content dominates the top rankings, with some 8K content from M2. This trend reflects:
- Rising technical standards in fancam production
- Fan expectations for high-quality visual content
- Platform algorithms favoring higher resolution content
Notable Patterns and Insights
Member-Specific vs. Group Fancams
- Individual member fancams (MEOVV ANNA, (G)I-DLE SHUHUA/MIYEON) show strong performance
- Group fancams tend to have broader appeal but vary in engagement
- Sub-unit content (Red Velvet IRENE & SEULGI) performs well
Upload Timing Impact
- Early May uploads generally performed better than late May/early June content
- This may indicate:
- Algorithm freshness factors
- Fan attention cycles
- Competition from newer content
Channel Strategy Differences
- Official channels (M2): Consistent high performance, professional production
- Fan channels: Variable performance, dependent on individual channel reputation
- Event organizers: Lower overall reach but valuable for documenting live performances
Missing Groups Analysis
Several target groups showed limited fancam activity during the analysis period:
- TWICE: Minimal new fancam content in timeframe
- ITZY: Limited high-performing recent content
- NewJeans: Few uploads during analysis period
- STAYC: Lower overall engagement
- IZNA: Limited content availability
This could indicate:
- Different promotional cycles
- Focus on other content formats
- Regional touring vs. Korean broadcast appearances
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