Top 10 Hottest Korean Girl Groups Today

Black Pink is a South Korean girl group formed and managed by YG Entertainment, consisting of 4 members: Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa. Different from other mentioned groups, they are not just visually appealing but also incredibly talented and charismatic. Within four hours of release, their debut song topped 7 online charts in South Korea, including Melon, Mnet, Bugs, olleh, Soribada, Genie, Naver, and Monkey3.

Thus, Black Pink became the 3rd girl group, after 2NE1 and Miss A, to achieve an 'all-kill' with their debut song and the first girl group to achieve a PAK (Perfect All Kill) with a debut song. This remarkable achievement for a rookie idol group earned them the nickname of 'monster rookies,' considering all members are exceptionally beautiful.

2018 marked a successful comeback for the four girls after a year-long hiatus. Their mini-album with the title track DDU-DU DDU-DU set numerous records, solidifying Blackpink as the hottest girl group today. In one of the leading US charts, BlackPink replicated the success of their senior group, Wonder Girls, in 2009 when they landed at No.55 on the Billboard Hot 100. Nine years ago, with Nobody, JYP's girl group achieved this feat, but only reaching #76. With 12.4 million streams and 7,000 downloads, BlackPink surpassed Wonder Girls to become the Kpop girl group with the highest ranking on this chart.

GFriend debuted on January 15, 2015, with the title track 'Glass Bead.' Initially overlooked due to less glamorous appearances compared to other idol groups, a rainy outdoor performance where the members kept falling gained GFriend praise for their professionalism and garnered more attention.

Following that incident, the song 'Me Gustas Tu' unexpectedly surged back, entering the top 10 on online music charts and even being nominated for wins on music shows. They also won numerous awards for 'Best New Artist' and 'Artist of the Year' in 2015. In 2016, the song 'Rough' brought GFriend a total of 15 trophies from Korean music shows, a significant achievement for a group from a small company.

Securing the first win on a music show is undoubtedly a meaningful milestone for any music group. About a year after their debut, G-FRIEND finally clinched their first trophy on 'The Show' with the comeback track 'Rough.' During this promotion, G-FRIEND collected a total of 15 trophies on weekly music shows. Subsequently, the song 'Navillera' continued to contribute to their impressive collection of victories, bringing G-FRIEND a total of 37 trophies across all title tracks as of the current date.

A multinational girl group formed through the reality show Sixteen on Mnet and managed by JYP Entertainment. Their debut MV has reached 91,717,402 views, making it the most-viewed Kpop debut MV on YouTube. The MV for 'Cheer Up' achieved 85,291,329 views within just 5 months of release. Their songs consistently top music charts, and there's no sign of cooling down. Twice's second mini-album, 'Page Two,' sold over 150,000 copies, not only solidifying their monstrous rookie status but also making them the best-selling girl group with albums among those debuting after 2010.

In 2018, TWICE made a whirlwind comeback, leaving their mark on the music scene with massive hits, including 'What is Love.' Within two hours of release, 'What is Love?' soared to the top of major music charts in South Korea, achieving an all-kill. As of 2:30 PM on April 10, it had secured the first position on six major music charts. This means TWICE's latest title track has achieved an all-kill. Currently, it is also the fourth-highest-viewed Kpop MV in the first 24 hours, following BTS's 'DNA' and 'MIC Drop' and BLACKPINK's 'As If It's Your Last.'

I.O.I is a South Korean girl group formed through the survival reality show PRODUCE 101 on Mnet. The group consists of 11 members voted as the most popular among 101 trainees from various entertainment companies. I.O.I is a project group expected to be active for about 10 months with 4 promotional periods, after which members will return to their respective companies, concluding promotions under the name I.O.I. The group officially debuted with the title track 'Dream Girls.'

On August 9, 2016, I.O.I's first sub-unit released the single album 'Whatta Man' with the title track of the same name. The song won numerous music show trophies, enhancing the group's nationwide fame. Since their debut, I.O.I has received extensive media coverage, advertisements, and event schedules—remarkable success for a rookie group.

'Very Very Very' marks I.O.I's final comeback with all 11 members. Park Jin Young personally composed this song for the group. The infectious melody, adorable concept, and unique choreography quickly propelled 'Very Very Very' to the top of charts, earning it a Perfect All-Kill certification from iChart. Celebrating I.O.I's achievements, fans also felt a tinge of sadness knowing that this was the group's last promotional period. 'Very Very Very' concluded in Kpop fan lamentation as I.O.I's fame continued to soar. Although their activities ceased, the impact I.O.I made in just 9 months remains a memorable achievement.

Red Velvet emerges as a fresh face in the renowned flower garden of S.M. Entertainment. The group pursues two distinct concepts: vibrant and sophisticated. Their album, Ice Cream Cake, becomes the best-selling album by a girl group in the first half of 2015 in South Korea. The music video for 'Dumb Dumb' also ranks among the top 10 outstanding music videos of 2015, as voted by Rolling Stone. Currently, Red Velvet has released their third mini-album, Russian Roulette, with the title track already securing 3 trophies on weekly music programs.

Within just 2 hours of its release, Power Up by RED VELVET sets astonishing records. Considered their most successful hit to date, Power Up achieves remarkable feats: hitting Melon's roof in just 5 minutes, debuting at number 1 on 4 charts (Melon, Genie, Bugs, Mnet),...

Not stopping there, Power Up surpasses BLACKPINK's previous record with Ddu-du Ddu-du. Specifically, Power Up's listener count on Melon is recorded at 86,125, while Ddu-du Ddu-du's achievement was 83,047 listens. With this accomplishment, RED VELVET officially becomes the girl group with the highest per capita listen count in the history of Kpop.

Apink is a South Korean girl group formed in 2011 by Plan A Entertainment. The group consists of 6 members: Chorong, Bomi, Eunji, Naeun, Namjoo, and Hayoung. Member Yookyung left the group in April 2013 to focus on her studies.

In 2018, on July 2nd, Apink released their 7th mini-album titled 'ONE & SIX' along with the MV for the title track 'I'm so sick.' This time, the title track collaborated with the same person who worked on 'Only One' - Black Eyed Pilseung, falling into the Tropical House genre. As one of the most prominent active girl groups of the Gen 2 era, Apink rightfully earns the title of the 'textbook of cuteness,' an image that most K-Pop girl groups aspire to embody. Their recent comeback has completely transformed Apink into charming, charismatic, and more unique individuals. Let's look forward to their future achievements!

SNSD contributed significantly to the development of the Hallyu wave with commendable achievements over their 10-year career. Despite facing the risk of disbandment with members Sooyoung, Tiffany, and Seohyun departing, SNSD and their fans have no regrets. Having shared their youth together, the group has set records that are hard for any peer to surpass. Currently with only 5 members, they continue to receive the most enthusiastic support!

SNSD is the first girl group with 4 MVs surpassing 100 million views. The MVs achieving this milestone include Gee, I Got a Boy, The Boys, and Mr. Taxi. Among them, Gee is the initial hit that propelled SNSD to fame in both South Korea and the international market. Moreover, these 9 talented ladies possess a myriad of songs that any aspiring female idol must be familiar with.

The SM Entertainment group also holds the record for the most wins on South Korean music shows by a girl group. With 100 trophies, SNSD maintains a significant lead over the second-place Twice (45 trophies). Notably, SNSD is the only girl group to win the Daesang at the Golden Disk Awards in the 30 years of its existence. Furthermore, the group secured three consecutive wins in prestigious categories at the awards often dubbed the Korean Grammys.

EXID is a phenomenon, skyrocketing to stardom overnight in 2014. Since then, the group has consistently achieved impressive milestones, securing a solid place in the hearts of Kpop fans. Following Hani's historic fancam, the five girls persevered, striving to make EXID one of the most iconic girl groups today and maintaining a strong foothold.

Capturing the heat of 'Up & Down' and the affection of the public, EXID consistently released various musical products. On 12/4/2015, the song 'Ah Yeah' was introduced, considered a continuation of 'Up & Down,' portraying the alluring and mature image of the girls. The song won five times on music shows.

In May 2016, EXID released their first full album, 'Street,' with the title track 'L.I.E.' This comeback showcased a different musical style, securing their first victory on Show Champion. Amidst the complexity of showbiz, EXID continues to express their authentic selves on television shows and in life. The members' relaxed and unrestrained personalities, unbound by typical 'idol' constraints, have endeared them to fans endlessly.

The talented music group MAMAMOO is truly proving themselves as one of the digital monsters in the Korean music scene. Mamamoo is a South Korean girl group consisting of four members: Solar, Moonbyul, Wheein, and Hwasa, under the Rainbow Bridge World company. The group officially debuted on June 19, 2014, with the song 'Mr. Ambiguous.' The group's debut single was chosen by music critics as one of the outstanding K-pop debuts in 2014.

Mamamoo is recognized for their retro, jazz, R&B concept, and vocal prowess. The group released their sixth mini-album titled Yellow Flower on March 7, 2018. A highly successful comeback with the title track 'Starry Night' propelled the girls to the 2nd position in the April brand ranking, surpassing even the popular JYP girl group TWICE. This demonstrates Mamamoo's current standing among girl groups and the strong support from the Kpop fan community. Pursuing a captivating, charismatic image along with powerful songs, Mamamoo's central position is promised to be maintained in the future.

ZONE, or IZ*ONE, is a Hallyu-Japanese girl group formed on August 31, 2018, by CJ E&M through the reality show Produce48 on MNET – the third season of Produce 101. Produce48 brought together Japanese trainees from AKB48 groups and Korean trainees from various entertainment companies.

IZONE consists of 12 members, including Jang Wonyoung, Miyawaki Sakura, Jo Yuri, Choi Yena, Ahn Yujin, Yabuki Nako, Kwon Eunbi, Kang Hyewon, Honda Hitomi, Kim Chaewon, Kim Minjoo, and Lee Chaeyeon. The group is co-managed by Off The Record Entertainment in Korea and AKS (management company of AKB48) in Japan.

Despite being newcomers, the girls have showcased their talent with impressive achievements. They received the Best New Female Artist award at MAMA 2018. The group released their debut mini-album, COLOR*IZ, with a sales volume of 45,000 copies on the first day, topping the Hanteo chart and surpassing the record held by I.O.I's Chrysalis (28,400 copies sold on the first day). The MV for La Vie en Rose became the most-viewed debut MV within 24 hours, amassing 4.5 million views.

Within an hour of release, La Vie en Rose claimed the top spot on Mnet's Total Daily chart, 6th on Naver's TOP 100 Total chart, and 8th on Bugs' Song Chart Daily. Anticipate further breakthroughs from these talented girls in the future.