K-pop fans, CORTIS is simply unstoppable right now. On the May 31, 2026 episode of Inkigayo, the rising stars took home their 11th music show trophy with “REDRED,” scoring 6,415 points. This marks their third win on the show, completing a clean Inkigayo triple crown and extending the victory streak we first celebrated after their Music Core triple crown.
Inkigayo May 31, 2026: Key Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Winner | CORTIS – “REDRED” (6,415 points) |
| Milestone | 11th overall win, Inkigayo Triple Crown |
| Date | May 31, 2026 |
| Standout Performances | aespa (“LEMONADE”), Taeyang (“LIVE FAST DIE SLOW” / “WOULD YOU”) |
| Other Acts | ITZY, LE SSERAFIM, ILLIT, ZEROBASEONE, NCT Taeyong, BIBI, xikers, ONEWE & more |
| Vibe | High-energy summer comeback season |
The stage was stacked. Fresh off their record-smashing LEMONADE era, aespa brought pure charisma. BIGBANG’s Taeyang delivered sleek solo stages, while ITZY, LE SSERAFIM, ZEROBASEONE, NCT’s Taeyong, BIBI, xikers and more kept the energy sky-high. (ILLIT’s performance is still being uploaded.)
This latest win comes at the perfect time — right after CORTIS topped the May Rising Star Brand Reputation Rankings with a 409% surge, landed on the Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2026 list, and dominated the Billboard World Albums chart alongside NMIXX, Stray Kids, TXT, ENHYPEN and NewJeans. Even amid news like (G)I-DLE’s Shuhua recovery, the genre keeps winning.
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From rookie brand king to back-to-back triple crowns — CORTIS is writing a debut story we’ll be talking about for years. The wins feel earned, the performances hit hard, and the momentum is real. Keep streaming “REDRED,” because this run is far from over.
FAQs
Q: What does triple crown mean for CORTIS on Inkigayo?
Q: Who had the most memorable performances on this Inkigayo episode?
A: aespa brought “LEMONADE” heat, Taeyang delivered two sleek solo stages, and strong sets came from ITZY, LE SSERAFIM, ZEROBASEONE, NCT Taeyong, BIBI and xikers.
