[THE FACT | Reporter Choi Su-jeong] PLAVE’s long-running streak continued for yet another week. By securing 83 consecutive weeks at No.1 on the FANNSTAR Global Hot Star Ranking, the group once again reaffirmed its overwhelming presence. Fueled by comeback success and record-breaking album achievements, its upward momentum continues to strengthen.
From April 20 to 27, PLAVE ranked first in the third week of April FANNSTAR Global Hot Star Ranking with 1,731,018 votes. Stray Kids placed second with 764,689 votes, while NEXZ came in third with 572,764 votes.
With continued support from its global fandom, PLAVE is expanding its influence across fan voting, album performance, and overall buzz, setting a new benchmark for virtual idols.
This comeback has also translated into records. The group’s fourth mini album “Caligo Pt.2” surpassed 1.25 million first-week sales on Hanteo, achieving another career high. Following million-seller achievements with “Caligo Pt.1” and “PLBBUU,” PLAVE has once again broken its own record, proving its rapid growth.
The significance of the Global Hot Star Ranking is also notable. The ranking is linked to the “Global Hot Star Award” at the 2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS (TMA), with part of the results reflected in the award selection. Attention is focused on whether PLAVE, which has held the top spot for an extended period, will show strong presence in this year’s awards race as well.
Milestone-based benefits continue to expand. PLAVE has already celebrated its 70-week milestone through a screening on the New York PELE billboard, and reaching 100 consecutive weeks will trigger a global project at COEX Mall 9TO9 CUBE.
With comeback success, voting dominance, and global buzz aligning at once, PLAVE’s long-run narrative continues to grow.
FANNSTAR, operated by THE FACT, is a fan-participation platform that contributes to fandom culture through rankings and billboard support. Votes begin every Monday, and fans worldwide can participate.
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