Hearts2Hearts has ended IVE's dominant run with "BANG BANG," taking their first major network music show victory on the March 14 episode of MBC's "Music Core."

The rookie group's hit single "RUDE!" claimed the top spot with 7,514 points, beating out strong competition from IVE's "BANG BANG" and KiiiKiii's "404 (New Era)." This marks Hearts2Hearts' second music show trophy overall for the track, but their first win on a major public broadcast network.

The victory is particularly significant as it breaks IVE's recent winning streak with "BANG BANG." Just one day earlier, IVE had secured their eighth music show win for the track on KBS "Music Bank," where they claimed their third consecutive victory on that program with 4,405 points against NCT JNJM's "BOTH SIDES."

Hearts2Hearts' win represents a major milestone for the group, as public broadcast network music shows like "Music Core" are considered more prestigious than cable network programs. The competition was fierce, with IVE's "BANG BANG" having dominated charts and music shows since its release.

"RUDE!" has been gaining momentum since its debut, and this Music Core victory validates Hearts2Hearts' growing popularity in the competitive K-pop landscape. The track's success demonstrates how newer groups can still break through even when established acts like IVE are dominating.

The March 14 "Music Core" episode also featured performances by various artists including Yena, showcasing the diverse talent currently active in K-pop.

While IVE's "BANG BANG" continues to perform well across multiple platforms, Hearts2Hearts' victory shows that the competition remains tight among current releases. This win could signal a shift in momentum as more groups enter the race for music show supremacy in the coming weeks.