HUNTR/X, Lim Young Woong, IVE, and Stray Kids emerged as the standout performers on Circle Chart for Week 35.
The Korea Music Content Association announced that “during week 35 (August 24th-30th, 2025) of the Circle Chart, HUNTR/X achieved a four-crown victory, IVE topped the Album Chart, Stray Kids claimed first place on the Retail Album Chart, and Lim Young Woong secured a five-crown victory.”
HUNTR/X, joined by EJAE, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami, and the cast of KPop Demon Hunters, dominated four charts with their hit “Golden,” claiming the number one spot on the Global K-pop Chart, Digital Chart (with a Circle Index of 27,827,738), Streaming Chart, and Karaoke Chart. “Golden” serves as the soundtrack for the Netflix animation KPop Demon Hunters and has become a global phenomenon alongside the movie’s explosive reception. The song’s popularity continues to surge as various artists release cover versions, further intensifying its success.
Lim Young Woong claimed a five-crown victory with “Eternal Moment,” topping the Download Chart, BGM Chart, V Caller Ring Chart, Ringtone Chart, and Call Connection Tone Chart. “Eternal Moment” serves as the title track from Lim Young Woong’s second full-length album IM HERO 2, receiving tremendous love from fans upon release and sweeping various chart positions.
IVE secured first place on the Album Chart with IVE SECRET, recording sales of 998,981 copies. The release marks IVE’s fourth mini-album, featuring six tracks including the title song “XOXZ,” which carries the meaning “I love you, good night, and let’s meet in our dreams.”
Stray Kids maintained their position at the top of the Retail Album Chart for the second consecutive week with KARMA, achieving retail sales of 398,101 copies. KARMA is Stray Kids’ fourth full-length album, containing 11 tracks led by the title song “CEREMONY,” a celebration of resilience and hard-won success.
The Social Chart 3.0, which provides direct insight into K-pop’s global popularity, saw BLACKPINK maintain their number one position for the fourth consecutive week. Crayon Pop recorded the biggest ranking jump on Week 35’s Social Chart.
Meanwhile, the only new entry into the Global K-pop Chart Top 200 was IVE’s “XOXZ” at No. 14.
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Source: Circle Chart
