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KPop Demon Hunters Soundtrack Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard 200

9/15/2025

Summary

KPop Soundtrack Triumph

The KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, with 128,000 equivalent album units for the week ending Sept. 11.
This is the first No. 1 soundtrack in over three years, following Encanto.
A deluxe reissue on Sept. 5 contributed to its success, adding new tracks and a wider CD release.
The track "Golden" spent four weeks at No. 1 on the Hot 100, becoming the second-longest-running K-pop leader.
The film, which premiered on June 20, is now Netflix's most popular original film.

Summary

K-pop Dominates Charts

"Golden" by Huntr/x has held the No. 1 spot on the UK Official Singles Chart for six weeks, the longest for a K-pop song in the UK.
The track also topped the Billboard Hot 100 for four weeks, highlighting its global appeal.
Four songs from the KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack are in the UK Top 10, with "Soda Pop" at No. 4 and "Your Idol" at No. 7.
The animated film has become Netflix's most-watched title, surpassing "Squid Game."
K-pop's influence is evident, with six tracks from various artists entering the UK Top 40 this week.

History

Historical Context

The 2019 Academy Award win for South Korea's "Parasite" marked a pivotal moment in global recognition of Korean cinema. This success coincided with the rise of K-pop, exemplified by the soundtrack of "KPop Demon Hunters," which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 in 2025, reflecting a sustained global interest in Korean entertainment and reshaping the music and film industries.

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KPop Soundtrack Triumph

The KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, with 128,000 equivalent album units for the week ending Sept. 11.
This is the first No. 1 soundtrack in over three years, following Encanto.
A deluxe reissue on Sept. 5 contributed to its success, adding new tracks and a wider CD release.
The track "Golden" spent four weeks at No. 1 on the Hot 100, becoming the second-longest-running K-pop leader.
The film, which premiered on June 20, is now Netflix's most popular original film.

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