All K-pop group members have their distinct roles, but when it comes to representing the group or creating a bridge between the team and the company, no one is crucially involved more than the leader itself.
Apart from being responsible for the group’s harmony, the leader also plays a major role in decision-making and being a pillar of strength to keep the group going. They also serve as the speaker during conferences, public appearances, and interviews.
KingChoice released an early poll containing numerous K-pop leaders from different groups. The list has also accumulated a total of 1,194,288 votes.
Here are the 28 best K-pop leaders in 2023!
1. Super Junior Leeteuk
Leeteuk has always been the best leader ever since Super Junior’s rookie days. Aside from being an all-rounder celebrity, Leeteuk has shown resilience throughout his career. This is evident in his professionalism, responsible demeanor, and leadership qualities.
According to the poll, Leeteuk received a total vote of 548,580, leading him to claim the No. 1 spot for the best K-pop leader of 2023.
2. BTS RM
Admired for his rich mindset and humble personality, RM consistently proved through time that he’s BTS’s one and only leader.
His leadership is visible through his actions and genuine disposition, because not only is he able to create solutions, but can also express his willingness to learn outside the box. From the group’s debut days to their stardom, RM still plays a pivotal role in the team.
RM placed on No. 2 with 437,492 votes.
3. TVXQ Yunho
Yunho of TVXQ took the third place by gaining a total vote of 63,124. The emperors of K-pop have come a long way since their debut, and throughout their journey, Yunho has shown his dedication to the group with his strong sense of leadership and commitment.
4. TWICE Jihyo
In No. 4, Jihyo took the spot with 46, 515 votes. Among TWICE members, Jihyo had the greatest number of training years.
From the day she joined JYP Entertainment to TWICE’s meteoric rise as a K-pop global girl group, Jihyo has maintained her strong personality and perseverance. ONCEs and TWICE members all agree that the group is lucky to have someone as headstrong as Jihyo.
5. EXO Suho
Suho completed the top five with a total vote of 15,239. EXO is one of the most influential groups in K-pop, and with Suho’s quality leadership, the group has continued to flourish in the music industry.
See the remaining K-pop leaders below:
6. Stray Kids Bang Chan
7. WINNER Seungyoon
8. ASTRO JinJin
9. Red Velvet Irene
10. ATEEZ Hongjoong
11. MONSTA X Shownu
12. GOT7 Jay B
13. ITZY Yeji
14. Girls’ Generation Taeyeon
15. MOMOLAND Hyebin
16. (G)I-DLE Soyeon
17. SEVENTEEN S.Coups
18. SF9 Youngbin
19. SHINee Onew
20. Former NU’EST JR
21. MAMAMOO Solar
22. Former GFRIEND Sowon
23. NCT Taeyong
24. Apink Chorong
25. EVERGLOW E:U
26. PENTAGON Hui
27. OH MY GIRL Hyojung
28. TXT Soobin
Which K-pop leaders on the list do you admire the most? What characteristics do you like about them aside from their leadership? Tell us in the comments!