SM Entertainment’s latest sensation, Hearts2Hearts, is making waves in the K-pop industry, cementing their status as one of the most promising 5th generation girl groups. On February 25, 2025, the group’s first-day album sales figures for their debut release, The Chase, were unveiled, showcasing an impressive achievement that has fans and industry insiders buzzing.
A Monumental Debut: 231,648 Copies Sold
Hearts2Hearts burst onto the scene with a staggering 231,648 copies sold on their debut day, securing the second-highest first-day sales record for a K-pop girl group in history. This remarkable feat places them just behind the chart-topping NewJeans, who hold the top spot with 262,815 copies sold for their debut album NewJeans. The success of The Chase underscores Hearts2Hearts’ growing popularity and highlights their potential to become a dominant force in the industry.
Here’s how the updated rankings for first-day album sales among K-pop girl groups now stand:
NewJeans — 262,815 copies
Hearts2Hearts The Chase — 231,648 copies
LE SSERAFIM FEARLESS — 176,861 copies
Kep1er FIRST IMPACT — 150,153 copies
aespa Savage — 147,195 copies
ILLIT SUPER REAL ME — 142,307 copies
izna N/a — 109,411 copies
NiziU Press Play — 84,658 copies
BABYMONSTER BABYMONS7ER — 70,888 copies
IVE ELEVEN — 56,209 copies
Redefining the 5th Generation
Hearts2Hearts’ explosive debut is a testament to SM Entertainment’s knack for crafting globally appealing acts. As a 5th generation girl group, they’re joining the ranks of other standout rookies like NewJeans, LE SSERAFIM, and ILLIT, who have redefined the K-pop landscape with fresh concepts and massive fanbases. With The Chase, Hearts2Hearts has proven they’re not just here to compete—they’re here to lead.
What’s Next: First-Week and Total Sales Anticipation
While their first-day sales have set a high bar, fans are eagerly awaiting the release of Hearts2Hearts’ first-week sales and total debut album figures to see how they stack up against their peers. For context, here are the current rankings for first-week sales among K-pop girl groups:
BABYMONSTER BABYMONS7ER — 401,287 copies
ILLIT SUPER REAL ME — 380,056 copies
NewJeans — 311,271 copies
LE SSERAFIM FEARLESS — 307,450 copies
aespa Savage — 276,877 copies
izna N/a — 250,379 copies
NMIXX AD MARE — 227,399 copies
Kep1er FIRST IMPACT — 206,569 copies
IVE ELEVEN — 152,229 copies
NiziU Press Play — 119,069 copies
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