Park Ji-hyun Claims 1st Place for 6th Straight Time! The Unstoppable Rise of a Trot Icon [Star 1 Pick]

K-pop idols have become global superstars, and K-trot singers are receiving more love than ever! To celebrate this, News1 has launched [Star 1 Pick], a one-stop platform where you can find vivid photos, the latest news, and trending videos all in one place. Through the [Star 1 Pick-K-Pop] and [Star 1 Pick-K-Trot] sections, we introduce the top 5 most popular stars from the past two weeks to bring fans the freshest information and maximum joy.

◇ 1st Place = Park Ji-hyun

Singer Park Ji-hyun has truly shown his “trendsetter” status by topping the [Star 1 Pick] K-Trot category for the sixth consecutive time. Born in 1995, Park Ji-hyun is leading the way as a “Gen Z” trot singer and is widely loved for his dandy suit style on stage. Off-stage, he charms fans of all ages with a comfortable casual look that highlights his natural appeal. Currently, he is solidifying his position as the next trot king through his nationwide tour, “2026 Park Ji-hyun Concert SHOWMANSHIP Season 2.”

◇ 2nd Place = Kim Yong-bin

Kim Yong-bin, a first-generation original “trot prodigy” with an impressive 23-year career, took 2nd place in [Star 1 Pick]. While he captured hearts with his cute charm as a child, the grown-up Kim Yong-bin now targets fans’ hearts with a dandy suit style. He especially radiates presence on stage with luxurious visuals completed by intricate embroidery details on his outfits. He is currently meeting viewers every week on TV CHOSUN’s “Friday Golden.”

◇ 3rd Place = Lim Young-woong

Lim Young-woong landed in 3rd place on [Star 1 Pick], proving his enduring popularity. He often exudes a classic yet “boyfriend look” charm with his sophisticated suit style on stage. In his daily life, he recently surprised fans with a bleached hairstyle that suited him perfectly, adding a twist to his visuals. Meanwhile, to celebrate his 10th debut anniversary, Lim Young-woong will hold a solo concert, “IM HERO – THE STADIUM 2,” this September at the Goyang Stadium main arena.

◇ 4th Place = Jeong Dong-won

Currently serving in the Marine Corps, Jeong Dong-won took 4th place thanks to the unwavering power of his fandom. Before enlisting, he was beloved for his clean suit stage outfits and his trendy style as his idol alter-ego “JD1.” He has consistently captured hearts by blending a younger-brother charm with the quintessential “boyfriend look.” Jeong Dong-won enlisted last February and will continue his service in the Artillery Brigade of the 2nd Marine Division until August 22, 2027.

◇ 5th Place = Hong Ji-yoon

The “Trot Barbie” Hong Ji-yoon ranked 5th, making her the only female singer to appear in this [Star 1 Pick] list. Hong Ji-yoon steals the hearts of trot fans with her glamorous dresses and doll-like visuals. She also gains public popularity by showcasing trendy and sophisticated daily fashion while actively working across music and variety shows. Currently, she is participating in the “Active Singer 3” nationwide tour and recently appeared in MBN’s “2026 Korea-Japan Singer Competition,” which ended on the 19th.