CORTIS is enjoying a meteoric rise, and their latest moment in the spotlight comes with a digital cover for Billboard Brasil. On November 18, 2025, the magazine released a new feature with the rookie quintet, marking another milestone for the breakthrough K-pop superstars. Although debuting under HYBE guarantees massive visibility, their success is not a product of the company alone. In just two months, CORTIS has captured international attention with sharp performances and self-made hip-hop-influenced songs. According to Billboard Brasil, the quintet has brought a style that feels refreshingly natural in an industry known for its polished mold. 
For those unversed, CORTIS is made up of James, Juhoon, Keonho, Martin, and Seonghyeon, all between sixteen and twenty years old. Their goal as a self-producing team is to tell honest stories that resonate. James explained that their first project focused on expressing emotion, and as they grow, their new challenge is finding the next message they want to share. Their authenticity, paired with their creative ambition, is already placing them among the most promising rookies and K-pop acts of 2025. Billboard Brasil highlights how they stand out not because of the company behind them, but because they bring personality and originality to every stage they touch.
Brazil has quickly become one of the group’s most passionate global fan bases. Clips of the members reacting to their fandom nickname “Cortinas” and their love for açaí spread widely on social media. When asked about the Brazilian audience, the members talked over each other with excitement. They shared how grateful they feel for the messages they receive and how eager they are to visit the country. They praised Brazilian culture, festivals and the energy of fans, promising that performing in Brazil is one of their big goals.
“It’s incredible [to receive messages from Brazil],” Keonho said. “I can’t wait to visit Brazil,” expressed Juhoon. “We are big fans of Brazilian culture, especially the festivals [like Carnival]. We want to go to Brazil to do a show,” Martin reveals. “We know you guys are fun,” James added. “We know about açaí, we need to try it [in Brazil],” Seonghyeon revealed.
