• BLACKPINK's ROSÉ and Bruno Mars Dominate Hanteo Charts with APT., Achieving a Triple Crown in the US, Japan, and China

    BLACKPINK's ROSÉ has done it again, proving her global popularity as APT., her collaboration with Bruno Mars, takes the No. 1 spot on Hanteo Chart's country-specific rankings for the fifth week of November (November 25–December 1).

    On December 6, Hanteo Chart, the world’s only real-time music chart, revealed that APT. ranked first in the U.S., Japan, and China, achieving an impressive triple crown.

    In the U.S., APT. secured the top spot with a score of 9,410.27 points, marking its sixth consecutive week at No. 1. TXT’s The Name Chapter: SANCTUARY followed in second place with 5,791.18 points, and TOUR’s Last Bell rounded out the top three with 4,612.00 points.

    Over in Japan, APT. dominated with a score of 16,278.46 points, followed by aespa’s Whiplash with 8,576.34 points, and MISAMO’s NEW LOOK with 6,470.92 points.

    The success continued in China, where APT. claimed first place with a leading score of 24,629.40 points. BTS’s Jin came in second with Happy (24,075.10 points), and Red Velvet’s Irene secured third with Like A Flower (19,610.83 points).

    Hanteo Chart’s country-specific rankings use big data to collect real-time global K-pop stats, combining album sales, digital streams, and social media activity. These rankings reflect the worldwide reach and impact of K-pop artists, and fans eagerly await the updated lists released every Friday.

    Fans can dive deeper into the numbers and rankings by visiting the Hanteo Chart website or using the Whosfan app. With this incredible achievement, ROSÉ and Bruno Mars are once again proving their influence across the globe!

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  • "Get Ready for a Wild Ride" 'Single's Inferno 4' Promises Unstoppable Drama, Hot Dates, and a Dopamine Rush Like Never Before

    Single's Inferno 4 is back and hotter than ever, bringing fans all the intense, heart-racing drama they’ve been craving! This season is set to be the most stimulating one yet, with twists and turns that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats during the Lunar New Year holidays.

    The action takes place on Hell Island, where contestants are trapped in a high-stakes dating game. They can only leave if they couple up, and the pressure is on! As Single's Inferno 4 kicks into high gear, viewers are in for a wild ride of emotions, jealousy, and burning love stories. On January 28, the game gets even more intense, with "some" (dating) wars heating up like never before.

    Episodes 5 and 6, released on January 21, shook things up with the arrival of new members Ahn Jong-hoon and Park Hae-rin, creating some serious chemistry among the singles. Fans were on the edge of their seats as Kook Dong-ho and Kim Ah-rin, as well as Kim Tae-hwan and Bae Ji-yeon, confirmed their feelings for each other in a truth game. But the real jaw-dropper came from Lee Si-an, who unexpectedly chose Yoo Jun-seo over Kim Jeong-su, adding even more twists to the drama!

    And now, episodes 7 and 8, dropping on January 28, promise even more fireworks. On Heaven Island, where the dates are sizzling, MC Kyuhyun teased that fans are in for the most stimulating date of the season—expect jaw-dropping, real-life dating moments that will leave you breathless! Meanwhile, on Hell Island, three couples are about to open up about their true feelings, adding a fresh excitement that fans have been waiting for.

    As the emotional rollercoaster continues, we’ll see whether Lee Si-an’s heart remains torn between Jang Tae-o and Kim Jeong-su, or if he will go for something completely unexpected. Plus, the growing tension between Jung Yu-jin, Park Hae-rin, and Kook Dong-ho is hinting at a brand-new love triangle. But the most intense showdown? The "final match" between the male singles, all battling it out for a coveted date ticket to Heaven Island—this one is going to be a dopamine overload!

    With producers promising the most "hot" and "exciting" Heaven Island moments yet, Single's Inferno 4 is about to explode with unmissable drama.

    Catch episodes 7 and 8 of Single's Inferno 4 on Netflix, releasing January 28!

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