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Here at Kpopmap, we recently added a brand new feature called the Interest Index which tracks fan sentiment from various social media platforms such as YouTube and Reddit. The Interest Index is an accumulation of 5 category scores which are: Vocal, Visual, Performance, Multi-Talent, and Fashion. Through these scores and the Interest Index, you can see what other fans are saying about your favorite group and who is creating the most buzz!
These numbers are updated monthly, reflecting the latest trends of fan engagement. Groups are then automatically sorted into the Fan Interest Idol Ranking. Here, you can see which K-Pop group had the highest Interest Index for the month! June 2025 just ended and fan sentiment is in!
So who topped the Fan Interest Idol Ranking in the month and captured the hearts and attention of their fans?
1. aespa
2024 was the year of aespa, with multiple chart-topping hits that remained at no. 1 for months at a time. Now in 2025, they looked to replicate that success with ‘Dirty Work’. While it was released at the very end of June, fans were talking about aespa throughout the entire month, contributing greatly to their Interest Index.
They were able to achieve an Interest Index of 793, pushing them into first place. Most fan sentiment leaned towards their stunning visuals, with a score of 281, and captivating performances, with a score of 215. The year is far from over yet and if last year was any indicator, aespa has what it takes to remain the talk of the town.
2. ITZY
ITZY made their long awaited return at the beginning of June with the title track, ‘Girls Will Be Girls’ and a mini album of the same name. Fans couldn’t help but share their admiration about the girl group and their new music all across social media.
This helped them to reach an Interest Index of 776, helping them to snag second place. Fan sentiment towards the JYP girl group leaned primarily towards their performances, which earned a score of 338, followed by their visuals, which scored 199. Being their first comeback in months, everyone was ready to gush about ITZY all across social media, leading to their high Interest Index.
3. ENHYPEN
ENHYPEN was another group that kicked off June with a stellar comeback. The music video for their newest title track, ‘Bad Desire (With or Without You)’ was a cinematic masterpiece, paired with a track that went above expectations.
With all the hype around their return, ENHYPEN was able to achieve an Interest Index of 685. Fans primarily talked about their spellbinding performances, which gained a score of 328, and their timeless visuals, scoring 149. Through this comeback, ENHYPEN broke through every expectation, embodying what it means to be leaders of their generation.
4. BTS
June 2025 was an important month for BTS and ARMY everywhere: this marked the return of all seven members, as the entire group completed their mandatory military service. Additionally, June was also the month for BTS Festa 2025, so social media feeds were filled with all things BTS.
As each remaining remember was formally discharged and more fans began thinking of their eventual reunion as seven, BTS were able to earn an Interest Index of 570. Fan sentiment primarily leaned towards their incredible performances, which earned a score of 285. It will be some time before they take the stage altogether once again, however, that doesn’t stop ARMY from searching and talking about their performances in the meantime.
5. ILLIT
Towards the end of June, ILLIT made a spectacular return with their latest mini-album, “bomb”, with the title track, ‘Billyeoon Goyangi (Do the Dance)’. The entire group turned into magical girls, performing with a new sound while also keeping their unique artistic color intact.
They were able to earn an Interest Index of 541, impressing many with another hit track. Fan sentiment for ILLIT leaned primarily towards their visuals, which earned a score of 194, and performances, with a score of 156. If the trend of their promotion schedule holds true, ILLIT could continue to dominate music show stages with a catchy b-side and continue to maintain a high Interest Index throughout the month of July.
Following these top five are groups like ATEEZ, P1Harmony, TWICE, ARTMS, and TXT. These groups created the some of the most buzz in June 2025, according to the Fan Interest Idol Ranking and you can definitely feel their impact. Whether it’s through their incredible performances, impeccable visuals, or more, they prove that fans just cannot get enough. And if you want your own favorite group to rank high, then don’t be afraid to talk about them across social media! To support your faves even more, don’t forget to click the heart button on your fave’s profile here on Kpopmap.
Are you surprised by the top five rankings of the Fan Interest Idol Ranking for the month of June 2025?