Google is known as the most popular search platform in the world today. Therefore, becoming the most searched keyword on this platform proves how great the popularity of idols is.
2023 has gradually come to an end and K-pop still maintains its heat globally. Likewise, K-pop artists never seem to stop becoming the focus of public attention around the world. That is also the reason why Google chose the 10 most searched Kpop idols on this platform.
In the past half year, there have been many artists that have received attention from fans, but these are the 10 most searched artists and always at the top of the wave of attention:
Since the Internet appeared until now, Google has always been the most prestigious and most visited search site in the world. Therefore, to compare the level of popularity or public interest in a K-pop artist, just look at the number of searches about them worldwide over a period of time via Google.
Recently, Google announced a ranking including the most searched idols globally on this platform. Ranking data is summarized by Google Trends based on analysis of searches and video views, interaction volume as well as highly reliable comparison charts.
Below are the top 10 most-searched K-Pop Idols in 2023 ranked by Google:
10. BTS j-hope
Since the beginning of this year, j-hope has attracted attention when releasing a song in collaboration with J.Cole as well as becoming the brand amba̾s̾sador of expensive fashion house Louis Vuitton. He also participated in many events within the framework of Fashion Week and was the focus of the media at that time.
Then, j-hope started his m̷i̷l̷i̷t̷a̷r̷y̷ service right after his birthday ended. Even while serving in the m̷i̷l̷i̷t̷a̷r̷y̷, j-hope was still in the spotlight for his m̷i̷l̷i̷t̷a̷r̷y̷ activities, including becoming a training a̾s̾sistant like Jin.
Google Trends' data also shows that the figures related to the above 2 topics of j-hope have received a large amount of attention from Google users.
09. ASTRO Cha Eunwoo
Eunwoo is always the Kpop star that receives the most attention from fans. He is rarely absent from all the K-Pop charts. It shows his charm of talent, looks and personality.
08. IU
Well, in terms of popularity and talent in Kpop, it is impossible not to mention IU. Her music is always well-received and IU has always been one of the most successful Kpop solo artists today.
Along with that, this year, the dating news between IU and Lee Jong Suk also surprised auďïệnces around the world.
07. BLACKPINK Jisoo
Finally, after a long wait since BLACKPINK's debut until now, Jisoo released her solo album in March and received great recognition from the public. Bringing a fresh image and catchy music, Jisoo made fans fall for her album ME.
Moreover, this year, the number of people searching her dating and concert keywords also increase. This is why she is ranked at 7th place.
06. BTS SUGA
SUGA is the next name of BTS to appear in this chart. Naturally, the first half of this year fans witnessed the hard work of BTS's big brother.
In April, shortly after announcing the conduct of his first solo world tour, SUGA released his solo album D-Day. Following that, he carried out a series of promotional schedules as well as performed the first concerts in the SUGA Agust D D-Day Tour concert series.
His talkshow - Suchwita is also one of the most viewed content on Youtube. Recently, his m̷i̷l̷i̷t̷a̷r̷y̷ news also become the center of netizens' attention.
05. BLACKPINK Jennie
Jennie is always the center of attention because of the auďïệnce's love for her around the world. Although not releasing new music products in the first half of this year, Jennie still attracts fans with stage performances at the group's world concert or Coachella music festival.
In addition, fashion events, concerts or the Cannes Film Festival with her debut film "The Idol" also made Jennie's name mentioned a lot in 2023!
04. BTS Jimin
Jimin ranked 4th on the chart and his achievements also prove that he is worthy enough to be in this position. In terms of the success of his solo product, it's unlikely that any K-pop artist can match Jimin after he became the first K-pop artist to h̾i̾t ̾ #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with his solo track.
Jimin also showed his great influence when he became a global ambäṩṩador for two of the world's most luxurious brands, Dior and Tiffany & Co. Every time Jimin appears at events of these brands, his name always becomes the #1 trend.
03. BLACKPINK LISA
BLACKPINK's Lisa is the female artist having the highest ranking in the most-searched K-Pop idols on Google for the first half of 2023 on Google. Notably, the cumulative data from Google's trend analysis shows that Lisa recorded the highest search volume for female K-Pop idols from 2017 until now.
In fact, in кσяєα, Lisa is not the most prominent member of BLACKPINK. However, the position of the Thai female idol globally is indisputable. In May 2023, Lisa also became the newest K-Pop artist with the most followers on the Instagram platform.
02. BTS Jungkook
Jungkook's name is a "hot" topic not only in the music industry but also in the fashion field. That's why Google search rankings can't be without Jungkook's name.
Recently, he was chosen to be the new global ambäṩṩador of Calvin Klein. With his global influence and large fan base, Jungkook has helped the brand attract a lot of interactions and sales. Not only that, recently, according to Spotify's latest report, Jungkook is the fastest K-pop solo artist to reach 1 billion streams on this music streaming platform with three songs Stay Alive, Dreamers and the single Left & Right with Charlie Puth. It is his explosion and achievements in the arts field that have helped him dominate this global chart.
On July, Jungkook continues conquering #1 Billboard Hot 100 with his first solo single - Seven. Now he is one of the most dynamic member, performing on many international stages.
01. BTS V
The latest data compiled via Google Trends shows that the top spot belongs to V. He is the most searched K-pop idol and Asian artist on the platform in the first half of 2023.
V's popularity figures are said to be based on many factors, including outstanding visuals, performance, musical talent, songwriting, and fashion sense. Since then, V has always been considered one of the most influential Kpop artists at the moment.
This year, although V has not released new music products, he has had many special projects, attracting a lot of attention from the auďïệnce. In particular, the most prominent is a photo session with ELLE magazine and a collaboration with the famous fashion brand CELINE. He also participated in the popular show Jinny's Kitchen and received positive feedback from fans.
Moreover, the kewords related to V also increase more and more since he released new solo album. There is even no sign fo cooling down!
