'K-Pop Demon Hunters' OST Reaches No. 1 on Billboard 200, Making History

The original soundtrack (OST) album for the Netflix original animated film 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' has achieved a monumental feat by topping the U.S. Billboard 200 chart.

Billboard announced on the 14th (local time) that the 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' OST album surpassed Sabrina Carpenter's 'Man's Best Friend' to claim the number one spot on the Billboard 200.

Since its debut at number 8 in its first week of release, the album had consistently held the second position for a total of 7 non-consecutive weeks, showcasing its sustained popularity. This ascension to number one marks the first time an OST album has reached the summit of the Billboard 200 in three years, following 'Encanto'.

The Billboard 200 ranks albums based on a combination of traditional album sales, streaming equivalents (SEA), and trackable digital downloads (TEA). The 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' OST album garnered 128,000 album units during the latest tracking period.

Furthermore, the film's lead OST track, 'Golden,' continues its success by holding the number one position on Billboard's main singles chart for four consecutive weeks.

'K-Pop Demon Hunters' garnered global attention for its unique concept featuring a K-pop idol group hunting demons. The film's OST successfully combined the strengths of K-pop with the synergy of animation, captivating music fans worldwide. This movie has served as an opportunity to further prove the global influence of K-pop.