HYBE Labels’ Most Popular K-Pop Group Leaders, Ranked

K-Pop leaders are often, but not always, the oldest member of their group, and their unofficial duties range from leading the group in interviews to keeping the peace. HYBE Labels has many incredible leaders, but who deserves the title of “Best Leader?” You voted. Here are the results!

10. Jaehyun (BOYNEXTDOOR)

Jaehyun is a rookie idol, but he’s already impressing fans with his leadership skills. He took 1% of the vote (42 votes).

9. Saerom (fromis_9)

Captain Saerom does her best to sail her members to success, whether it’s on stage or behind the scenes. She took 1% of the vote (49 votes).

8. Hoshi (SEVENTEEN)

Unlike many K-Pop groups, SEVENTEEN has three leaders. Hoshi is the leader of SEVENTEEN’s performance unit. With just a one-vote lead over Saerom, Hoshi scored the 8th spot on this list. He earned 1% of the vote (50 votes).

7. EJ (&TEAM)

With a two-vote lead over Hoshi, EJ took the 7th spot on this list. He racked up 52 votes (1% of the vote).

6. Woozi (SEVENTEEN)

SEVENTEEN’s talented vocal unit leader scored 1% of the vote (66 votes).

5. Chaewon (LE SSERAFIM)

Having debuted in IZ*ONE and re-debuted in LE SSERAFIM, Chaewon brings plenty of experience to her current leadership role. She racked up 348 votes (4% of the vote).

4. Soobin (TXT)

Unlike some K-Pop groups, TXT doesn’t have set positions other than leader — and Soobin excels at it! He took home 4% of the vote (350 votes).

3. Jungwon (ENHYPEN)

From I-LAND until now, Jungwon has been a leader that both his members and fans can depend on. He scored 5% of the vote (410 votes).

2. S.Coups (SEVENTEEN)

SEVENTEEN’s hip-hop team’s leader, S.Coups, always looks after his group and has his members’ best interests at heart. He racked up 1,276 votes (16% of the vote).

1. RM (BTS)

As the leader of BTS, RM experienced unique trials and triumphs during his group’s rise to unprecedented levels of international fame. RM navigated uncharted territory with wisdom beyond his years, and his members have said many times that they wouldn’t know what they would do without him. With 67% of the vote (5,344 votes), RM takes first place!

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