AHOF Shatters Own Record with 'The Passage', Solidifying 'Monster Rookie' Status

K-pop group AHOF has once again proven their 'monster rookie' potential by breaking their personal best sales record with their second mini-album, 'The Passage'.

Released on November 4th, 'The Passage' achieved an impressive first-week sales figure of 389,904 copies, according to Hanteo Chart. This marks an increase of approximately 30,000 copies compared to their previous release, demonstrating AHOF's growth in skill and the rising interest from global fans just four months after their debut.

The album's title track, 'Pinocchio Doesn't Like Lies', has also garnered positive attention on both domestic and international music charts. It topped the Bugs! real-time chart and ranked 79th on Melon's HOT100, while also making its mark on global platforms like Spotify, iTunes, and Apple Music.

Furthermore, the music video for the title track surpassed 30 million views within five days of its release, setting a new record for the fastest achievement among boy groups debuting in 2025. AHOF is currently building buzz with their strong live performances and stage presence, and plans to captivate K-pop fans with diverse activities during this comeback.

'The Passage' delves into the narrative of 'rough youth,' exploring the journey of finding one's true self at the boundary between boyhood and adulthood. The title track, 'Pinocchio Doesn't Like Lies,' expresses a desire for honesty towards 'you' amidst fickleness and insecurity, all through AHOF's unique emotional color.

AHOF is set to perform their new song on the SBS funE show 'The Show' on November 11th.

Fans are expressing immense support and congratulations, commenting things like 'As expected from AHOF! Music and performances we can trust,' 'This album is truly legendary,' and 'Let's keep breaking those initial sales records!'