BTS’ Taehyung becomes Japan's SNS’ Most Shared Artist of 2024

BTS Kim Taehyung or V, has achieved the title of the "Most Shared Solo K-pop Artist on SNS for 2024." This significant recognition was announced on December 13, 2024, through Naver by Star News and Oricon Japan, delighting fans globally. SNS means Social Networking Service or social media. The ranking was based on artist mentions and shares across all social networking platforms combined.

V secured the 6th position on the overall list of the “10 Most Shared Artists on SNS,” making him the highest-ranking K-pop solo artist in 2024. The only other K-pop act on the list was ZEROBASEONE, which ranked 5th. This achievement highlights V's popularity and influence, particularly in Japan, despite his ongoing military service.

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BTS' Taehyung proves his popularity in the Japanese market again

BTS’ Taehyung has cemented his influence in Japan by being ranked as the highest K-pop solo artist on the "2024 Most Shared Artists on SNS" list. This annual ranking, released by Oricon News in collaboration with Spotify Japan, places V at an impressive 6th position overall. The list highlights the artists whose songs were most shared across major social media platforms like X, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube.

Despite being on military duty and having no active promotions, V stood out as the only K-pop solo artist to make it into the top 10, demonstrating the fan engagement he has brought to the table.

Spotify Japan also revealed other highlights of 2024’s music trends, including the "Top 10 Most Streamed Songs in Japan" and the "Top 10 Japanese Artists Streamed Overseas." These rankings underline V’s appeal and his ability to dominate not just streaming platforms but also social media interactions.

Taehyung's success in Japan extends beyond music sharing. He continues to top various polls and rankings, such as the NEHAN "K-pop Male Idol Ranking," where he has held the #1 spot for 193 consecutive weeks. Similarly, on BIHAN, a site focusing on Korean drama and actor rankings, Taehyung has remained the most popular male actor across all age categories for 42 consecutive weeks and has dominated the 20s male actor category for 189 weeks.

In K-Culture platforms like K-board and KPOP JUICE, he consistently ranks first, with record-breaking votes such as 5.32 million across various periods.

Furthermore, within 2.5 days after the release of his song Winter Ahead with Park Hyo-shin, the song entered not one but two Japanese Billboard charts. It debuted at #4 on the Billboard Japan Top Download Songs chart and #10 on the Hot Shot Songs Chart. His achievements reflect his connection with fans as well as his standing as one of the topmost artists in the country of Japan.