The animated franchise “KPop Demon Hunters” continues to dominate music charts worldwide, as its soundtrack has reclaimed the No. 1 position on the ARIA Albums Chart for an eighth non-consecutive week in 2025. This impressive feat cements the album’s status as the longest-reigning chart-topper in Australia this year, having previously enjoyed a seven-week consecutive streak at the summit before briefly stepping down.
The soundtrack’s lead single “Golden” has maintained an equally formidable presence, holding the No. 1 spot on the ARIA Singles Chart for seven consecutive weeks. The hit has been a global phenomenon since its release, captivating audiences across multiple continents. The song’s popularity is reinforced by its role as an “I Want song” that deeply explores character purpose and inner thoughts. Even more remarkably, seven additional tracks from the album simultaneously occupy positions within the ARIA Singles top 20, demonstrating unprecedented listener engagement across the entire project rather than relying on a single hit.
Global markets have embraced the soundtrack with similar enthusiasm, as it has reached No. 1 in fourteen countries including Austria, Canada, Germany, and the United Kingdom’s Compilation/Soundtrack charts. The album peaked at No. 2 on the US Billboard 200 while claiming the top position on Billboard’s Top Soundtracks chart.
Even in markets where it didn’t reach the summit, the soundtrack secured top 5 placements in Finland, France, and several other territories. The sustained chart performance indicates robust sales and streaming figures across multiple markets, with repeated climbs back to No. 1 suggesting ongoing consumer demand.
Industry observers note that KPop Demon Hunters has established itself as a benchmark for soundtrack success in the animation-music crossover genre, outperforming traditional artist releases from established acts like John Butler and G Flip. The soundtrack’s success has been amplified through strategic use of playlist pitching on major streaming platforms, helping introduce the music to broader audiences. A well-executed pre-save campaign prior to the soundtrack’s release helped build anticipation and guaranteed strong first-week numbers that propelled it to immediate chart success.
The phenomenal reception of this soundtrack, which debuted just months ago, highlights the increasing globalization of KPop influence in Western markets, particularly Australia. As both the album and “Golden” continue their chart dominance, KPop Demon Hunters exemplifies how multimedia projects can successfully bridge animation and music to create cultural phenomena with worldwide appeal.
