GLOBAL PHENOMENON: BTS’s V Crowned Most Searched K-Pop Star of 2025 on Google! 🏆🌍
The seismic shifts in global culture are often reflected in the most active corners of the internet, and once again, a familiar name stands at the epicenter: BTS’s V. Hello Korea confirms that the multifaceted artist has officially been declared the ‘Most Searched K-Pop Star on Google’ for 2025, a powerful testament to his unparalleled global resonance and lasting cultural impact.
According to Google Trends data, V commanded the highest search volume among all K-Pop stars throughout 2025. His reach is truly staggering, securing the top spot in an astounding 77 out of 81 countries where Google Trends data is compiled, including powerhouse markets like the United States. As a powerful tool analyzing search query popularity across diverse regions and languages, Google Trends serves as an objective barometer for cultural buzz and celebrity influence.
This isn’t a new phenomenon for V; his consistent prominence dates back to BTS’s debut on June 13, 2013, maintaining the highest search volume on Google right up to the present day, January 3, 2026. He has previously dominated Google Trends as the most searched star across all of Asia in 2021, 2022, and 2024.
Speaking of undeniable global appeal, V’s influence extends far beyond mere search queries. On Wikipedia, the digital encyclopedia of the world’s knowledge, he stands as the only K-Pop star to surpass 50 million page views, solidifying his position at the very top.
Even during his military service in 2024, V made waves, ranking as the 7th most searched male pop star worldwide on Wikipedia. His journey on the platform is marked by several groundbreaking milestones:
- First K-Pop star to achieve 10 million cumulative English page views, reaching this incredible feat in April 2022. 📈
- Crossed the 20 million cumulative view mark on May 14, 2024, with his current English page views standing at an impressive 22.87 million. 🚀
- Demonstrates significant traction in non-English speaking regions, with substantial view counts from Spanish and Japanese language pages. 🌍
Meanwhile, on the visual social platform Instagram, V’s magnetic pull is equally pronounced. Boasting a colossal 69.91 million followers, he reigns supreme as the most followed male K-Pop star. His digital footprint places him among the global elite, earning him the remarkable distinction of being the 6th most influential influencer worldwide, the only K-Pop star to grace the Top 10.
This confluence of data from Google, Wikipedia, and Instagram – three of the world’s most dominant online platforms – paints a clear picture: V is not just a K-Pop star; he is a global cultural titan, consistently topping the charts and redefining what it means to be a superstar in the digital age.
As a cultural historian, I find V’s consistent digital dominance a fascinating indicator of K-Pop’s evolving global footprint and the power of authentic artistry in the internet age. His ability to connect with audiences across such diverse platforms speaks volumes about his unique charisma and profound cultural impact.
Stay tuned to Hello Korea for more updates on the artists shaping our global cultural landscape.
Editor: Minho Kang 📜
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