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BTS continues to dominate the global music scene, even as most members fulfill their mandatory military service. Their solo projects have made waves across charts and award shows, showcasing their individual strengths while maintaining the group’s legacy.
Jungkook, who is soon to enlist, won three awards at the 2024 Melon Music Awards on Saturday. He secured a spot in the Top 10, as well as Best Solo – Male and Millions Top 10 categories. This marked his second consecutive year winning these honors, further establishing his status as a leading solo artist.
V’s recent digital single, Winter Ahead (with Park Hyo Shin), released on Friday, quickly topped iTunes charts in 75 countries, including major markets like the UK, France, and Japan. The track also dominated the Worldwide and European iTunes Song charts, proving V’s enduring global influence.
Jin, discharged in June, returned with his first solo album, Happy, on November 15. The lead track, Running Wild, ranked 14th on the UK’s Singles Download chart and placed 13th on Spotify’s Weekly Top Songs Global chart. His album debuted at No. 4 on the Billboard 200, with Running Wild reaching No. 53 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Jimin’s Muse and its track Who remained in the Top 10 of Spotify’s Weekly Top Songs Global chart for 19 weeks.
Meanwhile, V’s Love Me Again stayed on the same chart for 68 weeks. Jungkook’s debut single, Seven (feat. Latto), continued to perform well in its 72nd week.
The ongoing success of BTS members demonstrates their ability to connect with fans worldwide, whether as a group or through solo ventures.