The latest Billboard World Albums chart, for the week ending on May 17, 2025, showcases the enduring popularity of several prominent K-pop acts. Stray Kids‘ special album “合 (HOP)” demonstrated its staying power by climbing back to the No. 3 position in its 21st consecutive week on the chart. Their earlier mini-album “ATE” also maintained a strong presence, holding steady at No. 14 for its 42nd week.
Global sensation BTS continues to make waves with their 2022 anthology album “Proof,” which rose to No. 4 in its impressive 152nd week on the chart. Following closely is ENHYPEN‘s “ROMANCE : UNTOLD,” securing the No. 6 spot in its 43rd week.
LE SSERAFIM also displayed their consistent appeal, with their latest release “HOT” maintaining a strong position at No. 7 in its eighth week. Their previous mini-album, “CRAZY,” experienced a notable jump to No. 21 in its 35th week.
BTS member Jimin‘s solo album “MUSE” continued its steady performance, holding onto the No. 8 position in its 42nd week. Rookie group ZEROBASEONE‘s “BLUE PARADISE” also saw a rise, reaching No. 9 in its fifth week on the chart.
Newer releases also made their mark, with TWS‘s new mini-album “TRY WITH US” debuting at No. 13. NewJeans‘ “Get Up” showed continued popularity, climbing to No. 17 in its 87th week.
Finally, SEVENTEEN‘s best-of album “17 IS RIGHT HERE” held its ground at No. 23 in its 46th week on the Billboard World Albums chart.
These chart results highlight the diverse and sustained global interest in K-pop music, with both established groups and newer acts achieving significant recognition on Billboard’s prestigious World Albums chart.
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