G-Dragon's global Übermensch exhibition arrives in Hong Kong this month
The show was first launched in March this year to accompany GD's latest album release and quickly became a viral sensation, drawing global fans through its doors when it toured to Tokyo and Taipei. Now, Hong Kong VIPs will also have the chance to experience GD's creative universe with cutting-edge technology and art for themselves. A combination of virtual reality, 3D motion graphics, and real-time hologram projections will bring visitors into the heart of G-Dragon's newest single 'Take Me', offering an immersive concert experience like no other.
Multiple 5G-powered hologram projectors throughout the venue will also screen life-like performances of 'Take Me' and 'IBelongIIU', bringing the K-pop star closer to fans than ever before – it'll certainly feel closer than watching him in concert. The Tokyo and Taipei editions of the exhibition used projection technology, but the Hong Kong show will feature double-sided LED screens arranged along a corridor, paired with immersive sound design, to truly make it feel like G-Dragon himself is guiding fans through his unique universe.
The exhibition will be split into three zones, so don't miss the special art installations such as the 'Daisy Garden', where a giant 4.4-metre daisy stands as the centrepiece. Official merchandise that is exclusive to the Übermensch exhibition will also be brought in from Korea and available for sale on-site – look out for special limited-edition gift sets and the chance to collect the G-Dragon art series in full.
'G-Dragon Media Exhibition: Übermensch Hong Kong' will run in Harbour City from August 15 to September 7. Tickets cost $188, and will be sold exclusively on Klook from August 11 at 12 noon.
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