Rookie K-Pop group Rhize He made an extraordinary debut in the music sector, obtaining 1.79 million album sales in their first week. Their last release, according to a surprising 26 different versions, generated both excitement and controversy among fans and observers in the sector.
This milestone is celebrated as a new maximum career for Rhizereflecting their base of fans rapidly growing and a strong presence on the market. However, the statement of 26 versions of the album has aroused online confusion and skepticism. The Netizen have questioned the validity of the number, with some discussing marketing tactics behind such a high counting.
The strategy to release multiple album versions accompanied by collectibles such as dolls and photographic cards is a well-known practice in K-pop. This approach encourages fans to buy different copies, significantly increasing sales data. Although effective in guiding numbers, criticisms of commercialism and exploitation of the loyalty of fans also invites.
Fans and Netizen comments include:
- 26 LOL versions, how many fans’ signal events are organizing this time? Like 50?
- Wow, is it a high career?
- Crazy.
- Are there really 26 types of albums?
- It is impressive.
- They said that the sales chart seems exactly the same, and Lol really does it.
- Are they reusing the same marketing strategy again?
Despite the contrasting opinions, Rhize 1.79 million sales in the first week confirm their strong debut and establish great expectations for their future. The debate on multi-ventilation versions highlights the ongoing conversations in the K-Pop sector on the balance of commercial success with a true artistic commitment and fans.
