Lingling makes history with debut as Malaysia's first K-pop idol, stuns in KIIRAS debut with ‘Kill Ma Bo$$' (VIDEO)
KUALA LUMPUR, May 30 — The wait is over! Malaysia's first K-pop idol Alicia Wong Lingling has finally made her industry debut last night, with the release of her group KIIRAS' first single.
Yesterday, its agency Leanbranding officially released the music video for Kill Ma Bo$$, which is currently racking up 262,151 views and over 28,000 likes on YouTube.
It has also received positive reviews for its fresh Americana and Country R&B concept, riding at the back of the popular musical trend.
Taking centre stage was none other than group leader Lingling, donning a denim vest, cowboy hat and riding a horse.
She radiates youthful charm and lively energy, while alongside her, KIIRAS members captivate viewers with dynamic choreography and colourful styling.
A promotional video was uploaded weeks prior, which featured singer-actor Eum Moon-suk and Seo In-guk, whom K-drama fans might recognise from Death's Game (2023) or the South Korean reality-documentary show Law of the Jungle.
The official teaser for the music video was released shortly after, further building anticipation ahead of the full release.
The music video was supposed to be a pre-release, but it changed to a debut, and it continues to gain views and spark conversations on social media, as fans eagerly await what's next for this newly formed six-member girl group.
Together with Lingling, the full line-up of KIIRAS — Harin, Kurumi, Kylie, Doyeon, and Roah — was officially announced earlier this month, and they have since performed the song in M Countdown, the weekly music show at Korean broadcaster Mnet.
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