- Rosé of Blackpink ranked No. 1 on TC Candler’s “The 100 Most Beautiful Faces of 2025.”
- Several K-pop idols placed high: Pharita (BabyMonster), Karina (aespa), Jisoo and Lisa (Blackpink), Tzuyu (Twice).
- On the male list, BTS’ V led Korean artists at No. 7; Ni-ki, Jungkook and Hyunjin also placed.
Rosé named No. 1 on TC Candler list
Rosé, a member of global girl group Blackpink, topped TC Candler’s annual list “The 100 Most Beautiful Faces of 2025.” The list, compiled from fan votes and recommendations worldwide, was announced this week.
TC Candler releases the ranking each year to spotlight female celebrities from around the world. This year’s No. 1 placement adds another international accolade to Rosé’s profile as an artist and fashion figure.
K-pop stars dominate the top placements
K-pop artists featured prominently across the 2025 list. Highlights include:
- Pharita (BabyMonster) — No. 3
- Karina (aespa) — No. 8
- Jisoo (Blackpink) — No. 11
- Nancy (Momoland) — No. 14
- Tzuyu (Twice) — No. 20
- Lisa (Blackpink) — No. 22
- Jeon Somi — No. 24
- Jang Won-young (IVE) — No. 26
- Actor Nana (previously ranked No. 1 in 2014 and 2015) — No. 18
Short paragraphs and a clear ranking format help fans scan the results quickly.
Male rankings: V leads Korean artists
TC Candler also publishes a separate male list, “The 100 Most Handsome Faces of 2025.” On that list, BTS’ V ranked highest among Korean celebrities at No. 7.
Other K-pop men to make the list included:
- Ni-ki (Enhypen) — No. 10
- Jungkook (BTS) — No. 14
- Hyunjin (Stray Kids) — No. 18
- Cha Eun-woo (Astro) — No. 33 (currently serving in the military)
Why the list matters to fans and industry
Though subjective, TC Candler’s lists remain influential in pop culture. They reflect global fan engagement and can boost visibility for artists across markets. For K-pop stars, high placements reinforce international popularity and often lead to increased media attention.
Watch the announcement
TC Candler announced the results on its official YouTube channel. (Source video link: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKoreaJoongAngDaily)
What fans are saying
Fans took to social platforms to celebrate Rosé’s top spot and the strong showing from fellow K-pop idols. The rankings sparked conversations about beauty standards, representation, and the global reach of Korean pop culture.
Bottom line
Rosé’s No. 1 spot on TC Candler’s “The 100 Most Beautiful Faces of 2025” confirms her continued global influence. Multiple K-pop names across both female and male lists show the genre’s growing prominence in international popular culture.
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