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Time of India

K-Pop Demon Hunters win over kids; dominate global streaming rankings with VIRAL soundtrack

Move over Frozen, there's a new sheriff in town! K-Pop Demon Hunters , the animated film that combines Korean pop culture with demon-fighting adventures, has officially become the new "초통령" ( elementary school president ) among Korean kids. This animated masterpiece has been dominating kids' content rankings for two consecutive weeks, leaving beloved characters like Pororo, Crayon Shin-chan, and Teenieping in the dust. What makes this even more incredible is how the film has managed to capture not just Korean hearts, but global audiences too. The movie is currently holding the #1-2 spots in countries like the US, UK, Singapore, Norway, and Finland. With summer vacations kicking off in the US and UK since early-to-mid June, the demand for K-Pop Demon Hunters has absolutely skyrocketed. OST Mania - When Kids' Songs Hit Global Music Rankings Here's where things get really wild - the film's soundtrack isn't just popular among kids, it's literally breaking international music rankings worldwide. The OST album has climbed to an impressive #2 position on major American music charts, marking its highest achievement yet. This is particularly remarkable considering it started at #8 in its first week, then jumped to #3 in the second week, and now sits comfortably at #2. The numbers are absolutely mind-blowing - the album recorded 75,000 equivalent album units, showing a 21% increase from the previous week's 62,000 units. Among soundtrack albums, K-Pop Demon Hunters joins the elite company of "Wicked," "Barbie," and "Encanto" as the only soundtracks to reach the top 2 positions on major American charts in the 2020s. But it's not just about American charts. Back home in Korea, the track "Golden" performed by the fictional girl group Huntrix has claimed the #1 spot on Melon's Top 100 chart. Meanwhile, seven songs from the soundtrack have simultaneously entered major international singles charts, including fan favorites like "Soda Pop," "Your Idol," and "Golden". The 'Soda Pop' Phenomenon Taking Over Playgrounds If you've been wondering what's got elementary school kids so hyped up, look no further than "Soda Pop" - the infectious track performed by the fictional boy group Lion Boys in the film. This song has become the ultimate playground anthem, complete with its signature shoulder dance moves that kids just can't stop doing. The viral nature of this track is absolutely insane. YouTube and various social media platforms are flooded with elementary school students recreating the Soda Pop dance, with videos racking up tens of thousands to millions of views. What's even cooler is that actual K-pop superstars like BTS , TWICE, Tomorrow X Together, and NCT have joined the challenge, creating their own Soda Pop dance videos and adding fuel to the already blazing fire. Students are constantly humming the K-Pop Demon Hunters OST and mimicking Lion Boys' choreography during break times. It's not just about the movie plot - kids are completely immersed in the characters and songs, truly deserving to be called the new elementary school president. Cultural Bridge Between Korea and the World What makes K-Pop Demon Hunters particularly special is how it serves as a cultural ambassador, introducing Korean traditions and K-pop culture to global audiences in an accessible, animated format. The film tells the story of the popular K-pop girl group Huntrix, who secretly hunt demons to protect the human world. The storyline cleverly weaves together Korean folklore, modern K-pop culture, and universal themes of good versus evil. The global success has even caught the attention of diplomatic circles. During a recent Korea-US-Japan foreign ministers' meeting in Malaysia, Korean officials highlighted K-Pop Demon Hunters as a symbol of Korea-US cooperation, noting how the film represents a collaboration between Japanese capital, Hollywood studios, and Korean cultural content.