As of July 2022, these 11 K-pop idols hold the record of having the most music show wins in history! Incredibly, the #1 group's gap to the second place will shock you! Keep on reading to see who made the top rankings!
Among groups that debuted from 1998 to date, only 11 K-pop acts were able to achieve more than 50 trophies from music shows. The programs included were Mnet's "M Countdown," SBS MTV's "The Show, " SBS's "Inkigayo," "MBC's "Show Champion, and KBS2's "Music Bank."
[The count only includes when a group achieved first place on music shows from the aforementioned channels, excluding group members' wins as soloists.]
Here Are 11 K-pop Groups With Most Music Show Wins:
11. Apink - 53 wins
The second-gen girl group Apink remained proved their unrelenting popularity as they secured the 11th spot on the rankings.
Since their debut in 2011, they showed increasing popularity with hits such as "No No No," "Mr. Chu," etc., and gained 53 wins so far.
10. Super Junior - 59 wins
The "Hallyu Kings" remain relevant even after 17 years, with 59 music show wins. They created numerous hit tracks throughout their career, including "Sorry, Sorry," "Mr. Simple," and more.
This July, expectations are high about whether they will surpass this record as they herald the release of their 11th studio album, "The Road: Keep on Going" on the 12th.
9. SHINee - 64 wins
Aside from the kings, the "Princes of K-pop" is also on the list! Despite hiatus, SHINee continues to flaunt their position as a representative boy group with 64 wins.
Although the team is currently not active this year due to Taemin's military, the members Onew, Key, and Minho are busy in their respective careers as soloists and actors.
8. GFRIEND - 71 wins
We all truly miss GFRIEND, but their presence will never be erased in the K-pop scene with their incredible records!
GFRIEND debuted in 2015 and disbanded in 2021. While they were active, they were able to achieve 71 wins.
7. Red Velvet - 81 wins
The "best idol group alive," dubbed by Billboard, is also entered the top 10!
Following their successful comeback with "Feel My Rhythm" in March, the group now has 81 wins.
6. IU - 93 wins
From being the "Nation's Little Sister," IU indeed rose as Korea's No.1 female soloist!
In the list, she's the only K-pop solo artist who entered the top 10 with 93 wins.
5. BIGBANG - 98 wins
The "Kings of K-pop" BIGBANG rarely have a comeback, but they have earned 98 wins since their debut.
In 2022, they especially once showcased their huge impact on the music scene after the release of their digital single, "Still Life."
4. Girls' Generation - 100 wins
The OG "Nation's Girl Group" also entered the top 5 with 100 wins!
Among girl groups, they are the first-ever female acts that achieved a hundred wins from music shows.
The expectation is increasing if they will increase this number following their comeback set to happen in the second half of 2022.
So far, fans can anticipate their reunion in July with the release of its new variety show, "Soshi Tam Tam."
3. EXO - 117 wins
The "Nation's Pick" group EXO surely has an unbeatable impact on the music scene with 117 wins.
Their last comeback was when they dropped their single, "DON'T FIGHT THE FEELING" in June 2021. Due to the military service of several members, EXO is currently focused on their respective schedules as soloists.
2. TWICE - 119 wins
As of 2022, "Asia's No. 1 Girl Group," also known as "Third-Gen Nation's Girl Group," ranked second with 119 wins!
In 2021, they cemented their influence in the music scene after releasing consecutive hits, "Alcohol-Free," "The Feels," and "Scientist."
3. BTS - 161 wins
...and the most awaited No. 1 is none other than BTS!
Indeed, the "biggest boy group in the world" solidifies its status with 161 wins, 42 trophies ahead of the second place.
Even if they announced their hiatus this 2022 after the release of their anthology album, "PROOF," it will undoubtedly take a while before any other group breaks this record.
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Written by Eunice Dawson
