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The Top 5 Biggest Debuts on Billboard 200 by K-pop Acts

By A.R.M.Y AllKpop 12/08/2023
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The Billboard 200 chart ranks the most popular albums in the United States, and K-pop acts have consistently managed to top the chart, showcasing their immense popularity and influence on a global scale. This article delves into the top 5 biggest debuts on Billboard 200 by K-pop acts.


1. BTS – MAP OF THE SOUL: 7

“MAP OF THE SOUL: 7” by BTS has undeniably left an indelible mark on the K-pop landscape, solidifying its place as a groundbreaking album that shattered records and surpassed all expectations. This album has the biggest debut by a K-pop act on the Billboard 200 chart, with an astounding 422,000 units sold.


2. BTS – PROOF

With an astonishing 314,000 units sold, BTS’ PROOF has secured its position as the K-pop album with the second-biggest debut on the prestigious Billboard 200 chart. BTS’ ability to seamlessly blend genres, innovative production, and emotionally resonant lyrics undoubtedly contributed to this monumental achievement.

3. STRAY KIDS – 5 – STAR


Stray Kids’ latest album, “5-STAR,” has made an indelible mark as a remarkable album with a monumental debut on the Billboard 200 chart. With a staggering 249,500 units sold, it proudly claims to be the third-biggest debut by a K-pop act on the chart. This milestone showcases Stray Kids’ musical prowess and popularity.


4. BTS – BE

Closing 2020 on a high note, BTS released “BE,” an album that reflected the myriad emotions and experiences of a world grappling with a global pandemic. The album debuted with 242,000 units sold on the Billboard 200 chart. “BE” showcased BTS’s artistic versatility, further cementing their reputation as musical pioneers.

5. BTS – MAP OF THE SOUL: PERSONA

BTS’s “Map of the Soul: Persona” is their third album to enter the Billboard 200 chart at number 1. Released in April 2019, the album debuted with 230,000 units sold on the prestigious chart. The album captivated fans worldwide and solidified BTS’s status as global stars.



The ascent of K-Pop on the Billboard 200 reflects the genre’s remarkable ability to transcend cultural and linguistic barriers. These five albums by K-Pop acts have left an enduring impact on the global music industry.

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