Collocations with popular 

popular adjective

ADVERBS

enormously, exceedingly, exceptionally, tremendously, genuinely, highly, hugely, immensely, incredibly, massively, particularly, phenomenally
・This hotel is a hugely popular venue for wedding receptions.

especially, extremely, really, vastly, very, wildly
・He is a very popular writer, but I don't like his style.

fairly, pretty, quite, rather, relatively
・Ice cream is quite popular in the summer months.

increasingly • deservedly • instantly
・Eco-friendly products are increasingly popular.

less than, not exactly
・Solar power is not exactly popular in areas with limited sunlight.

always, enduringly, eternally, ever, perennially
・Stainless products are always popular because they're rustproof.

widely • universally • internationally
・The song became widely popular overnight.

personally • politically
・Politically popular reforms were implemented to appease the electorate.

NOUNS

attraction, destination, location, resort, spot, venue
・The town is a popular destination for art lovers.

game, pastime, sport
・Cycling is Europe's second most popular sport.

choice, option
・Hawaii remains a popular choice for winter vacation travel.

belief, misconception, myth, opinion, perception
・There is a popular misconception that sharks are man-eaters.

culture, entertainment, fiction, genre, magazine, music, series, show, song
・Movies are a popular form of entertainment worldwide.

VERBS

be, prove, seem, appear
・The show is extremely popular.

become, get, grow • make
・Remote work is becoming increasingly popular.

remain, stay
・Classical music remains popular among audiences of all ages.

PREPOSITIONS

among
・Smartphones are popular among people of all ages.

as
・Paris is popular as the city of love.

for
・Italy is popular for its delicious cuisine, especially pasta and pizza.

with
・The restaurant is particularly popular with young people.

contrary to
・Contrary to popular belief, many cats dislike milk.