Rookie group AHOF is continuing its remarkable rise. With their latest comeback, the group has achieved a triple crown on music broadcasts a rare feat for an artist who debuted this year.
A Big Win on “Music Bank”
On November 14, AHOF claimed first place on KBS2’s Music Bank with the title track “Pinocchio Hates Lies” from their second mini album The Passage. The emotional moment marked yet another major milestone for the rising group.
“We’re honored to take first place on Music Bank once again,” the members said. “Thank you to our fans, POHA, for giving us such an incredible and meaningful award.”
Six Music Show Wins Since Debut
AHOF’s momentum continues to accelerate. Prior to their Music Bank victory, the group had already secured wins on The Show and Show! Champion, completing a three-broadcast sweep with this comeback alone.
In total, AHOF has now earned six music show trophies the highest number among all rookie groups who debuted this year. Their rapid ascent has positioned them as one of the most dominant newcomers of 2025.
Record-Breaking Album Performance
Their new album is also rewriting their own career records. In its first week, The Passage sold 389,904 copies, marking a new personal best for the group. The title track further demonstrated its strength by hitting No. 1 on the Bugs music chart, solidifying AHOF’s growing presence in the digital market.
With strong physical sales, chart-topping performance, and consistent broadcast wins, AHOF’s latest comeback is being viewed as their strongest to date and a signal of their expanding power in the fourth-generation landscape.
Upcoming Schedule
AHOF is scheduled to attend the Asia Artist Awards (AAA) on December 5, where fans anticipate seeing the group recognized for their breakout year.