CORTIS, 'FANNSTAR' Newstar Tops Charts for 12 Consecutive Weeks... Ignites the F1 Singapore Grand Prix

'FANNSTAR' Ranks First in Second Week of October New Star Ranking Vote with 59,255 VotesOn the 12th, group CORTIS took the No. 1 spot in the 'FANNSTAR' New Star Ranking. / Big Hit Music[THE FACT | Reporter Son Hae-ri] Rookie boy group CORTIS has proven its formidable rise by ranking first on the weekly idol ranking site 'FANNSTAR' New Star Ranking for 12 consecutive weeks.CORTIS comfortably secured the top position by garnering a total of 59,255 votes in the 'FANNSTAR' second week of October New Star Ranking vote, which took place from the 5th to the 12th. EVAN came in second, followed by CLOSE YOUR EYES in third place. Previously, CORTIS had secured a large-scale billboard advertisement benefit by achieving 10 consecutive weeks at No. 1 on the New Star Ranking. A video celebrating CORTIS's 10 consecutive weeks at No. 1 will be spectacularly broadcast on the M Screen in Hongdae, Mapo-gu, Seoul, a densely populated area.Additionally, further benefits are available based on cumulative votes. If CORTIS reaches 10 million cumulative votes, a congratulatory advertisement will be displayed on the billboard at the Yujin Building in Yeouido, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul. Upon reaching 30 million votes, it will be displayed on the Mirae Plaza billboard in Hongdae, and if 50 million votes are recorded, it will be featured on the Triple Panorama billboard at the Express Bus Terminal.Alongside its dazzling ranking achievements, CORTIS has also shone on the global stage. On September 9th (local time), CORTIS delivered a passionate performance on the main stage of the Singapore Marina Bay Street Circuit for the 'Formula 1 (F1) Singapore Grand Prix 2026'. The 'Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix' is Asia's largest motorsports event combined with a large-scale entertainment festival, featuring urban night racing. As the only K-pop artist among this year's performers, CORTIS took the 'Padang Stage,' igniting explosive cheers from global fans and leaving a strong impression of their presence.The 12 consecutive weeks at No. 1 on the 'FANNSTAR' New Star Ranking and the F1 Singapore Grand Prix stage appearance are testaments to CORTIS's explosive growth. With the strong voting power of global fandom combined with solid stage competitiveness, attention is focused on the future records CORTIS will set.Meanwhile, the '2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS (TMA)' successfully concluded on September 19th at the Busan Asiad Main Stadium. 'FANNSTAR' is currently holding the 'TMA Best Stage' vote until the 19th, allowing fans to choose the best stage in their hearts. CORTIS, who captivated the audience with their energetic performance on the awards ceremony day, is currently ranked 4th, showcasing their formidable power. It remains to be seen who will ultimately take home the trophy and various benefits.arulhr@tf.co.kr