LE SSERAFIM's New Album 'HOT' Tops Korean Charts

The popular girl group LE SSERAFIM has achieved a remarkable feat with their latest mini-album, 'HOT', which was released on March 14 at 1 PM KST. According to the sales tracking site Hanteo Chart, the album sold an impressive 567,735 copies on its first day, securing the number one spot on the domestic album charts.

The excitement surrounding this comeback is also reflected on iTunes, where the album debuted at number three on the Worldwide iTunes Albums chart. As of 9 AM KST on March 15, 'HOT' has made its way into the top album charts in 34 countries and regions, including Japan, the United States, France, and Russia. Notably, it has reached the top ten in 27 countries, including Mongolia, Saudi Arabia, and Indonesia.

The title track, which shares the same name as the album, has entered the iTunes 'Top Songs' chart in 25 countries, including Sweden, Canada, France, and the United States. Additionally, all five tracks from the new album dominated the real-time rising chart on Japan's AWA music platform, taking the top five spots as of 6 PM KST on March 14, showcasing their immense popularity in the region.

The music video for the title track has also gained significant traction, ranking in the top trending videos on YouTube in 21 countries, including Canada (2nd), the United States (5th), and the United Kingdom (9th) as of 9 AM KST. It is currently holding the top positions on YouTube's Worldwide Trending and Music Video Trending charts. The 'HOT' music video captivates viewers with its bold direction, synchronized choreography, and unique set design.

LE SSERAFIM is set to continue the momentum with a live performance on MBC's 'Show! Music Core' at 3:15 PM KST on March 15.