CORTIS climbs back up Billboard with NBA All-Star stage and hit film OST boost

CORTIS is rising again on the U.S. charts as its debut album re-enters key Billboard rankings, powered by high-impact North American activities.

The group’s momentum in the United States is turning into a long-term success story.

According to the latest Billboard chart dated February 28, CORTIS’s debut album COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES jumped seven spots to No. 5 on the World Albums chart, marking its 24th consecutive week on the ranking.

The album also re-entered both the Top Current Album Sales (No. 24) and Top Album Sales (No. 33), proving its steady physical sales power even six months after release.

NBA All-Star performance sparks new wave of fans

The chart rebound is closely tied to the group’s recent visibility in North America.

CORTIS made history as the first K-pop act to headline a major NBA All-Star Week event, delivering standout performances at:

• the NBA Crossover Concert Series
• the halftime show of the 2026 Ruffles NBA All-Star Celebrity Game

The stages introduced the group to a broader U.S. audience and opened the door for a new wave of fans.

Hollywood animation OST adds global recognition

Another major driver of the reverse run is the group’s OST track “Mention Me” for Sony Pictures Animation’s new film GOAT.

The movie topped the North American weekend box office in its second week, drawing attention to the soundtrack and boosting interest in the artists behind it.

As the film gained traction, local awareness of CORTIS increased and that impact is now visible on the charts.

Streaming power remains strong

The group’s digital performance is equally stable.

According to Spotify’s latest data:

• total streams across their seven released songs have surpassed 400 million
• monthly listeners remain at over 7.7 million, even during a non-promotion period

This consistency highlights a growing global listener base rather than a short-term spike.

Comeback already in preparation

CORTIS is currently preparing for a comeback targeted for April, raising expectations for how their next release will build on the long-running success of their debut era.

With Billboard longevity, NBA exposure, and a Hollywood OST all converging at once, the group is showing the kind of sustained growth that defines the next generation of global K-pop acts.