Viral “Most Influential Korean Idol Instagram Accounts” List Sparks Mixed Reactions

A newly released list of the Top 10 most influential idol Instagram accounts of 2025 has gone viral, sparking debate among netizens. Based on data from analytics platform Favikon, the ranking is said to have taken into account follower count, engagement rate, content quality, and platform activity. Here’s a look at which idols made the cut.

BLACKPINK’s Rosé leads the list. | @roses_are_rosie/Instagram

BLACKPINK Rosé

With 83.5 million followers and over 1,100 posts, Rosé’s Instagram is a blend of elegance and artistic expression. Whether it’s behind-the-scenes moments or fashion photoshoots, her feed consistently draws massive engagement.

BTS’s J-Hope

Despite having only 272 posts, J-Hope boasts 50.5 million followers. His recent solo concert tour and increasing online activity have clearly kept fans invested in his presence.

BLACKPINK’s Jennie

Jennie leads the pack with 86.9 million followers and more than 1,200 posts. Known for her fashion-forward content and brand deals, she’s been a consistent Instagram powerhouse for years.

Stray Kids’ Felix

Felix’s account has 27.2 million followers and just 109 posts. His unexpected inclusion surprised some netizens, but his global appeal and distinct style easily explain the high engagement.

aespa’s Karina

Karina boasts 24.2 million followers with 228 posts. Her visually polished feed and rising individual popularity in brand endorsements make her a strong contender.

ENHYPEN

With 18.8 million followers and over 1,000 posts, ENHYPEN’s group account is the only team presence on the list. Their consistent content and solid fanbase helped secure their spot.

BLACKPINK’s Jisoo

Jisoo’s 79.8 million followers and 1,200+ posts show her steady influence. From fashion campaigns to casual selfies, she’s maintained a strong presence over the years.

IVE’s Jang Wonyoung

Wonyoung’s 14.3 million followers and 395 posts reflect her individual rise. Despite being from a smaller company, her influence — especially among younger fans — is hard to ignore.

BIGBANG’s G-Dragon

With 24.4 million followers and 1,188 posts, G-Dragon remains a trendsetter. His reputation as a style icon and cultural figure continues to keep him relevant.

aespa’s Winter

Winter rounds out the list with 12.5 million followers and 169 posts. While she’s less active, her growing fanbase and stage popularity are translating well online.

The list quickly gained traction on forums like Pann, where netizens shared mixed opinions on who made the cut… and who didn’t.

| Pann

• “Wonyoung is seriously impressive. Her company is small and doesn’t even have a company-wide fandom.”
• “Felix..? What does that guy even do?”
• “Is J-Hope ranked high because of his solo concert tour or because BTS is supposedly reuniting soon? The competition is intense~.”
• “Aside from Jisoo ranking lower than expected, the list looks about right.”
• “I’m telling you, the difference between Karina and Jang Wonyoung is almost double — in followers and even in views when they appear as guests on the same shows like Salon Drip.”