SHINee’s Minho just proved his solo star power hasn’t dimmed one bit. His new mini album “Make it hot” has officially become his best-selling first week ever — beating a record he set two years ago.

SHINee Minho’s New Personal Best

Detail	Info
Artist	Minho (SHINee)
Release	Solo mini album “Make it hot”
Title Track	“Make it hot”
Tracking Period	September 7–13, 2026
First-Week Sales	75,235 copies
Previous Record	74,759 copies (CALL BACK, 2024)
Chart Source	Hanteo Chart

The mini album edged past his previous milestone, CALL BACK — his first full-length solo album — by nearly 500 copies, making “Make it hot” the strongest launch of his solo career to date.

Why This Matters for Minho’s Solo Run

Minho debuted as a member of SHINee in 2008, one of K-pop’s most influential second-generation boy groups, known for pioneering a sleek, futuristic sound and choreography style that shaped idol trends for years. Since then, he’s built a steady solo career alongside acting roles in dramas like Yumi’s Cells and variety appearances on I Live Alone.

Breaking a personal sales record two years after his debut full-length shows his solo fanbase is still growing rather than plateauing — a rare feat for idols juggling group and individual promotions simultaneously.

What’s Next

With “Make it hot” now his top-performing solo release, attention turns to whether Minho will follow up with more promotions, a tour, or fresh content tied to the album’s momentum.

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