Top 5 K-Pop Stars Of July 2025’s Fan Interest Idol Ranking On Kpopmap

Here at Kpopmap, we added a 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: 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! July 2025 just ended and fan sentiment is in!

So who topped the Fan Interest Idol Ranking in the month of July and captured the hearts and attention of their fans?

1. TWICE

This year is a special one for TWICE as it marks their 10 year anniversary. Reaching a decade together isn’t an easy feat, especially when each member is so distinct and has their own strengths. However, due to their love for each other and the group, they’ve managed to remain together and continue to greet fans around the globe. The moment that “THIS IS FOR” released on July 11th, its eponymous title track topped playlists everywhere.

This buzz helped the girl group reach an Interest Index of 355 with much focus being placed on their performances, reaching a score of 118. This is followed by their visuals at 61 and then their vocals at 51. July also signaled the start of their world tour, starting in Seoul. As TWICE stood on various stages, fans became mesmerized by the girl group all over again.

2. tripleS

Earlier in May, tripleS released their 2nd full album, “ASEMBLE25,” showcasing the charms of all 24 members. Their momentum continued all the way into July as they took the stage at the iconic WATERBOMB Festival. Following this, they proceeded to have a concert tour across Seoul, Tokyo, and Macau, with the Seoul and Macau stops happening across two weekends in July. This led to engaged fan discussions across social media, contributing to their high Fan Interest Ranking.

Breaking down their Interest Index of 345, their highest score falls under performance, achieving a total of 140. Considering how many stages they’ve stood on in July, it’s fitting that performances comes in first. This is followed by their visuals which achieved a score of 124. Regardless of where they performed, they looked absolutely stunning from head to toe, resulting in an outpouring of love and support from their fans.

3. NCT DREAM

NCT DREAM have established themselves as icons in the K-Pop scene through their addictive discography and stunning performances. They made a comeback on July 14th with their fifth full-length album, “BACK TO THE FUTURE.” Promoting both ‘BTTF’ and ‘CHILLER’ on music programs, they created quite the buzz across social media, leading to their high ranking on the Fan Interest Idol Ranking.

Once fan sentiment was gathered, NCT DREAM was able to earn an Interest Index of 305. The one aspect fans focused on the most was their impressive vocals, earning a score of 115. With their years of experience, they are able to confidently sing live on stage, even while performing complex and often tiring choreography. Following vocals, fan honed in on their performance, which earned a score of 76. NCT DREAM has gone through a lot of concepts, showing multiple sides of themselves, but they remain consistently at the top of the K-Pop scene.

4. BLACKPINK’s Lisa

According to fan sentiment, BLACKPINK’s Lisa continued to receive a huge amount of interest and love, which resulted in her high rank on the Fan Interest Idol Ranking with an Interest Index of 273. July was a busy month for the idol as she made a return with BLACKPINK, releasing a new single and starting their highly anticipated world tour. During their concerts, the members had the chance to perform solo stages and Lisa absolutely killed it.

Fan sentiment showed that many talked about her performances the most, amassing a score of 97. Even watching at home through fancams you could feel Lisa’s unstoppable energy that didn’t let up for even a moment. Many fans focused next on her visuals, which gained a score of 61. From stage outfits to a casual white t-shirt and jeans, Lisa looked absolutely stunning and fans could not stop talking about her.

5. BOYNEXTDOOR

BOYNEXTDOOR have become one of the leaders of their generation, consistently putting out chart-topping hits. They’ve had a busy summer with their comeback and various concerts in Japan and Seoul. They’ve kept the ball rolling and with people still talking about them, the boy group has earned an Interest Index of 267.

Fan sentiment shows that many talked about their stellar performances, earning a score of 99. BOYNEXTDOOR know how to have fun on stage and always bring the energy, backed by their talented live vocals and synchronized dance moves. Fans gushed over their visuals too, scoring a 51 in the category. BOYNEXTDOOR only celebrated their 2nd year anniversary in May, but with their talent and presence it seems like they’ve been around much longer. If their upward trend continues, who knows how far the boy group will be able to go.

Following these top five are stars like BLACKPINK, BLACKPINK’s JiSoo, ILLIT, A.C.E, and WonHo. These idols created some of the hottest buzz in July 2025, according to the Fan Interest Idol Ranking. Whether it’s through their incredible performances, impeccable visuals, or more, they prove that fans 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 their profile here on Kpopmap.

Are you surprised by the top five rankings of the Fan Interest Idol Ranking for the month of July 2025?