In an unprecedented twist in the music industry, the animated film "KPop Demon Hunters" has surged to prominence, with its fictional bands topping U.S. music charts and eclipsing the likes of BTS and Blackpink. Launched just two weeks ago, the film has captivated viewers with over 33 million streams globally on Netflix, establishing it as the most-watched movie on the platform.
Fictional K-Pop Bands Soar Past BTS and Blackpink in U.S. Music Charts
Fictional K-Pop Bands Soar Past BTS and Blackpink in U.S. Music Charts
A new animated film is rewriting K-pop history as its fictional bands outshine real-life superstars on U.S. charts.
This Friday, the upbeat track "Your Idol" by the animated boy band Saja Boys reached the summit of the U.S. Spotify chart, marking the highest rank achieved by a male K-pop group in this context, surpassing the record held by BTS. Meanwhile, another song titled "Golden" from the fictional girl group Huntr/x claimed the number two position, outstripping Blackpink and securing its place as the top-charting female K-pop group.
The soundtrack of "KPop Demon Hunters" made a remarkable entry into the Billboard 200's top 10, signifying the highest debut for a soundtrack in 2023. The band’s latest single "Golden" is being promoted by Republic Records, and Netflix is exploring award nominations for it, as stated by Variety.
The narrative follows the all-female trio Huntr/x—Rumi, Mira, and Zoey—who navigate a double life as music icons and demon hunters, safeguarding their fans from supernatural threats. Their rivals, Saja Boys, disguise themselves as a boy band to infiltrate the music scene while serving their demon king Gwi-ma with sinister intent.
The film's production, helmed by Sony Pictures Animation and directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, benefits from the contributions of renowned producers including Teddy Park, a collaborator of Blackpink, and Lindgren, known for his work with BTS.
The phenomenal success of "KPop Demon Hunters" comes at a momentous time for the real K-pop stars. BTS is set to make a grand return to the music scene this month, with plans for a new album and upcoming tour after members completed their military duties. Additionally, Blackpink is preparing for its first all-stadium tour, set to kick off on July 5, with anticipation building for new music.
As fictional meets reality in the music industry, "KPop Demon Hunters" is not only a testament to the evolving landscape of K-pop but also a harbinger of exciting times ahead for fans of the genre.
The soundtrack of "KPop Demon Hunters" made a remarkable entry into the Billboard 200's top 10, signifying the highest debut for a soundtrack in 2023. The band’s latest single "Golden" is being promoted by Republic Records, and Netflix is exploring award nominations for it, as stated by Variety.
The narrative follows the all-female trio Huntr/x—Rumi, Mira, and Zoey—who navigate a double life as music icons and demon hunters, safeguarding their fans from supernatural threats. Their rivals, Saja Boys, disguise themselves as a boy band to infiltrate the music scene while serving their demon king Gwi-ma with sinister intent.
The film's production, helmed by Sony Pictures Animation and directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, benefits from the contributions of renowned producers including Teddy Park, a collaborator of Blackpink, and Lindgren, known for his work with BTS.
The phenomenal success of "KPop Demon Hunters" comes at a momentous time for the real K-pop stars. BTS is set to make a grand return to the music scene this month, with plans for a new album and upcoming tour after members completed their military duties. Additionally, Blackpink is preparing for its first all-stadium tour, set to kick off on July 5, with anticipation building for new music.
As fictional meets reality in the music industry, "KPop Demon Hunters" is not only a testament to the evolving landscape of K-pop but also a harbinger of exciting times ahead for fans of the genre.
