[THE FACT | Reporter Choi Su-jeong] PLAVE has continued its overwhelming global presence by ranking No.1 on the FANNSTAR Global Hot Star Ranking for 85 consecutive weeks. Following the group’s comeback, strong album sales and various content releases have further strengthened its fandom power.

From May 4 to May 11, PLAVE took first place in the first week of May FANNSTAR Global Hot Star Ranking vote. Stray Kids ranked second, followed by NEXZ in third. The large voting gap between PLAVE and competing teams once again proved the scale and influence of PLAVE’s global fandom.

The Global Hot Star Ranking is linked to the “Global Hot Star Award” at the upcoming 2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS (TMA), with part of the voting results reflected in the final award selection. This is why PLAVE, which has maintained the top spot for an extended period, is considered one of the strongest candidates for this year’s award ceremony.

Benefits tied to ranking milestones are also expanding. PLAVE already celebrated its 70-week streak with a congratulatory display on the New York PELE billboard, and if the group reaches 100 consecutive weeks at No.1, a global project at COEX Mall 9TO9 CUBE will be launched.

Recently, news of a concert film release has also heightened fans’ anticipation. “PLAVE Asia Tour [DASH: Quantum Leap] Encore in Cinema,” featuring footage from last year’s “2025 PLAVE Asia Tour DASH: Quantum Leap Encore” held at Gocheok Sky Dome, will premiere at CGV theaters on June 3.

Previously, PLAVE surpassed 1.25 million first-week album sales with its fourth mini album “Caligo Pt.2,” setting a new career high. The group also entered Billboard’s “Billboard 200” and “Artist 100” charts, proving its growing influence in the global market. As PLAVE continues its upward momentum across music, performances, and content, attention is focused on how far its long-running success will continue.

FANNSTAR, operated by THE FACT, is a fan-participation platform that contributes to fandom culture through rankings and billboard support. Voting begins every Monday and is open to fans worldwide.