Not to be outdone, the girl group Huntr/x from KPop Demon Hunters, achieved an impressive second place with their single "Golden," which outperformed Blackpink as the highest-charting female K-pop group. The film's soundtrack has also made waves, entering the top 10 of the Billboard 200 charts, making it the highest music soundtrack debut of the year. Republic Records plans to release "Golden" as an official single and has submitted it for various industry awards.

The storyline of KPop Demon Hunters revolves around the adventures of the girl group Huntr/x—composed of members Rumi, Mira, and Zoey—who lead double lives as skilled demon hunters safeguarding their fans from supernatural threats. Their rivals, the Saja Boys, are depicted as demons sent by the antagonist Gwi-ma, aiming to ensnare their fans' souls. The production team includes notable names such as Teddy Park and Lindgren, known for collaboration with K-pop giants, which adds credibility to its musical success.

Interestingly, this surge in fictional band popularity comes at a pivotal moment for real-life K-pop superstars. BTS recently announced their return to the US to begin crafting new music after completing military service, while Blackpink is gearing up for their inaugural all-stadium world tour starting on July 5 following a hiatus in music releases since their 2022 project "Born Pink."