ATEEZ and rising boy group CORTIS have achieved a rare “Double Crown” on this week’s Circle Chart (formerly Gaon Chart), dominating both physical and digital rankings.
According to the latest data released on April 26, 2026, both groups simultaneously topped the Circle Album Chart (physical sales) and the Circle Digital Chart (combined streaming and downloads) for the period of April 13–19.
This impressive feat highlights ATEEZ’s continued strong domestic performance following their recent global success, while also signaling CORTIS’s rapid rise as one of the fastest-growing 5th generation acts.
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ATEEZ and CORTIS:Circle Weekly Chart Double Crown Winners
| Artist | Release Title | Album Chart | Digital Chart | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATEEZ | GOLDEN HOUR : Part.5 | #1 | #1 | 2nd Double Crown this year |
| CORTIS | First Flame | #1 | #1 | First Double Crown since debut |
ATEEZ’s latest EP “GOLDEN HOUR : Part.5” sold exceptionally well in its first week, while the title track “Golden” maintained high digital consumption. For CORTIS, this double crown is especially meaningful as it comes early in their career, showing strong fan support and effective promotion from MODHAUS.
Industry analysts note that achieving a Double Crown has become increasingly difficult due to intense competition between established and rookie groups. Both ATEEZ and CORTIS have proven they can excel in both physical album sales and digital streaming — a sign of well-rounded popularity.
For more chart news and K-pop updates, check our Latest Circle Chart Updates and Most Successful K-pop Boy Groups 2026 on Technosports.
Learn more about the top group on ATEEZ (Wikipedia).
FAQs
What does “Double Crown” mean on the Circle Chart?
It refers to an artist topping both the Album Chart (physical sales) and the Digital Chart (streaming + downloads) in the same week.
Which two artists achieved Double Crowns this week?
ATEEZ and CORTIS both earned Double Crowns on the Circle Weekly Charts.
