The rookie group CORTIS has continued to achieve remarkable success, with their new mini album “Greengreen” surpassing 2 million pre-order sales.
According to their managing agency, BIGHIT MUSIC, the album “Greengreen” has accumulated a total of 2,020,224 pre-orders, based on data from distribution companies YG Plus and Universal Records. This figure reflects the number of albums produced before the official release date, based on the estimated demand from the market.
This accomplishment brings CORTIS closer to earning the prestigious “double-million seller” title (over 2 million copies sold) even though the album hasn’t officially dropped yet. What’s even more notable is that the group still has about three weeks left before the official release date on May 4, which means that the pre-order numbers are expected to continue rising.

Previously, CORTIS attracted attention for breaking records with their debut album “Color Outside the Lines,” which became the best-selling debut album in K-pop history. According to data from Circle Chart, this debut album sold over 2.06 million copies as of April 4, placing it among a select few debut albums to surpass the 2 million mark.
With the current momentum, “Greengreen” is expected to further enhance the group’s record-breaking achievements, solidifying CORTIS’s place in the new generation of K-pop idols. The immense global interest from fans is also a clear indication of the group’s potential for sustained growth in the future.
As part of their promotional strategy, CORTIS is scheduled to release the lead track “Redred” on April 20 (Korean time), which will serve as a prelude to their first comeback. This is a familiar promotional approach to create a media buzz before the official release of the full album.
In the increasingly competitive K-pop market, the fact that a rookie group like CORTIS has already surpassed 2 million pre-order sales speaks volumes about the group’s significant influence. This also highlights that the trend of consuming physical albums remains strong within the fan community.
The group’s growing popularity not only marks a milestone for them personally but also emphasizes the continued dominance of physical album sales within K-pop. In a time when digital platforms are the primary method of music consumption worldwide, the K-pop industry remains one of the few where physical albums still play an essential role, largely due to fan culture and their devotion to supporting their idols.
With the increasing competition among K-pop groups, particularly rookie acts trying to make their mark, CORTIS’s success is even more significant. Their ability to create such a buzz in the market even before their official debut proves their growing appeal and the power of dedicated fanbases that extend far beyond South Korea.
Their pre-order success with “Greengreen” is further proof of the thriving relationship between K-pop idols and their fans. CORTIS’s fanbase, known for their passionate support, continues to grow as the group expands their presence globally. Fans not only pre-order albums but also engage heavily in supporting the group through social media platforms, fan events, and merchandise, further bolstering the group’s rise in the industry.

Looking ahead, CORTIS is positioned for even greater success, as their impressive pre-order numbers reflect the anticipation surrounding their upcoming music. The K-pop industry’s reputation for producing world-class talent is further solidified with the arrival of fresh acts like CORTIS, who are pushing the envelope in terms of musical innovation, stage presence, and fan engagement.
With “Greengreen,” CORTIS is on track to solidify their status as a force to be reckoned with in K-pop. The continued success of this album is expected to keep the group on the radar for the long haul, and they are poised to take their place as one of the industry’s new top-tier acts.
As for the future, CORTIS has proven that they are not just a passing trend but a group that has the potential to lead the next wave of K-pop. The market is watching, and if their track record thus far is anything to go by, the group’s influence and popularity will only continue to grow as they release more music and solidify their legacy within the K-pop scene.