I.O.I secure second win for “Suddenly” on Music Core

I.O.I have picked up their second music show win with their latest track “Suddenly” on the June 27 episode of MBC’s Music Core.

The group topped the chart with 6,637 points, outperforming fellow nominees RIIZE with “Do your dance” and ILLIT with “It’s Me.”

This latest victory reinforces I.O.I’s strong return, with “Suddenly” continuing to gain attention among fans both in Korea and internationally, including across Europe.

The episode also featured a wide range of performances from popular and rising acts, highlighting the current diversity of the K-pop scene.

Artists on the lineup included BOYNEXTDOOR, RIIZE, STAYC, CLASS:y, EPEX, PRIMROSE, and Super Junior’s Ryeowook, among others.

Newer names such as Hearts2Hearts, EVAN (Heeseung), MEOVV, and izna also took the stage, offering European fans a glimpse of emerging acts to watch.

With “Suddenly” securing back-to-back wins, I.O.I continue to prove their enduring popularity and impact in the current K-pop landscape.