Every record set and broken by ‘KPop Demon Hunters’
Every now and then, Netflix drops a title or two that refuses to leave pop-culture consciousness empty-handed. And with KPop Demon Hunters, the streamer unknowingly did just that. From its chart-topping touchdown to its relentless record-breaking streak, this Netflix animated movie has been on a steroid-trip of success.
Since the minute it landed on Netflix, fans couldn’t resist the appeal. And now that the debates and discussions are at an all-time high surrounding a potential sequel, what could be a better time for an overview of its achievements to date.
KPop Demon Hunters has not only shattered cinematic records, but also musical ones. From outstanding animation to a catchy soundtrack, the Netflix film is an entertainment package unlike any other.
So, while you wait for Netflix to answer your prayers, here lies a recap of every record set and broken by KPop Demon Hunters.
The most-watched animated flick on Netflix
Many movies come and go from the streaming platform, but KPop Demon Hunters is one such movie that made the charts its home. With more than 180million views since its release, the Maggie Kang-directed film is currently the most-watched animated movie on Netflix. Additionally, it’s also the second-most popular English-language film of all time.
An all-time record holder
The sky is not the limit for KPop Demon Hunters, nor is the animated sphere. The film was recently crowned the fourth most-watched Netflix movie of all time, clocking in 158.8million views. The only films to outdo the animation are Don’t Look Up, Carry-On, and Red Notice.
HUNTR/X: Number one on the UK official singles chart
KPop Demon Hunters has not only been lauded for its stunning animation work and its gripping storyline. One of the major appeals of the film lies in its trendy soundtrack. The fictional K-pop group of girls, HUNTR/X, has already taken over the number-one spot on the UK’s official singles chart with ‘Golden’, being the only track to have pulled this impressive milestone after PSY’s ‘Gangnam Style’, released in October 2012, which was the first Korean track to top the UK charts.
The soundtrack echoes on the Billboard 200
The KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack opened at number eight on the Billboard 200 charts, but six weeks down the line, it’s currently number two. Consequently, this makes the soundtrack the highest-charting of the year.
HUNTR/X: Number one on the Billboard 200
HUNTR/X’s ‘Golden’ debuted at the 52nd position on the Billboard Global 200. However, the track has now spent its third week at the top of the Billboard Global 200 and the Billboard Exclusive US Charts. While the film was always destined for greatness, so was its groovy soundtrack, which is now a go-to in every playlist. It is also the first fictional act to crack the chart in 12 years.
HUNTR/X follows in the footsteps of Destiny’s Child
Following seven weeks on the Billboard Hot 100, HUNTR/X’s ‘Golden’ finally became a chart-topper. It surpassed Alex Warren’s ‘The Ordinary’, becoming the first girl group to accomplish this after Destiny’s Child’s ‘Bootylicious’ in 2001. HUNTR/X has also ended up as the first K-pop artist to achieve this landmark milestone.
Saja Boys are the highest charting K-pop boy band on US Spotify
If you think it’s just HUNTR/X who’s busy taking over the prestigious musical charts, take a look at the demon boy band Saja Boys. The Saja Boys have become the highest-charting K-pop boy band on the US Spotify, surpassing BTS’s ‘Dynamite’ with ‘Your Idol’.
HUNTR/X is the highest charting K-pop girl band on US Spotify
Likewise, HUNTR/X was not ready to go down without a fight. Although Saja Boys ‘Your Idol’ claimed the top spot on US Spotify, ‘Golden’ toppled the track, making HUNTR/X the highest-charting K-pop girl band on US Spotify. They also overtook Blackpink on US charts when their tracks became the most-played songs in the first and second positions Stateside.