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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR : The Queens of K-Pop Just Declared an Asian Takeover and the Girls Are Not Playing Nice
The K-Pop Icon, BLACKPINK. Yes, them, the undisputed queens of stadium pop and chaos-inducing choreography. They announced the bombshell Asia leg of their hotly awaited WORLD TOUR, set to detonate stages across the continent starting October 18 in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. You've had your time, North America. Europe, you screamed. Now it's Asia's turn to black out. In case you've been living under a rock. Or worse, listening to mid music. Let's recap. This is BLACKPINK's first full headline tour since their BORN PINK world takeover (2022 to 2023), which became the most lucrative tour by any girl group ever, grossing millions and drawing in 1.8 million rabid fans. If you're in Kaohsiung, Bangkok, Jakarta, Manila, Singapore, or Hong Kong, your calendars are about to become sacred documents. BLACKPINK isn't just stopping by. They're dominating. Tickets go on sale June 10 via Weverse Presale, followed by a VISA-exclusive free-for-all on June 11. General sales commence June 12 at 12PM local time, and if you're not logged in and caffeinated by 11:59, that's on you. Since their 2016 debut with Square One, BLACKPINK has delivered nothing short of pop perfection. Smashes like 'DDU-DU DDU-DU', 'How You Like That', and 'Kill This Love' didn't just top charts. They rewired the global music industry. Their 2020 full-length album 'THE ALBUM' was a masterclass in dominance, becoming the first by a female K-pop group to sell over 1.3 million copies. Then came BORN PINK, a second album so powerful it sold 2.82 million and topped the Billboard 200 and UK Albums Chart simultaneously. No female Asian act had ever done that before. And no girl group had done it in decades. Let's not forget. These girls have been booked and busy on their own. JISOO. Dior's sweetheart with a solo debut that crushed Korean charts. JENNIE. From 'Solo' to HBO's The Idol, she's that it-girl. ROSÉ. With her ethereal voice and Yves Saint Laurent muse status, she's a one-woman fashion week. LISA. Rap queen, Bulgari boss, and the first K-pop soloist to win an MTV VMA. Eat your heart out. This isn't just a concert. It's a cultural event. A seismic moment. A glitter-soaked declaration that BLACKPINK is not done collecting trophies, broken records, and your attention. So charge your phones. Renew your passports. Start hydrating. The Asia leg of WORLD TOUR is here. You're either in the stadium or you're irrelevant. For tickets, visit And for God's sake, follow them on Weverse already. The post BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR : The Queens of K-Pop Just Declared an Asian Takeover and the Girls Are Not Playing Nice appeared first on Where Is The Buzz | Breaking News, Entertainment, Exclusive Interviews & More.
Geek Feed
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Feed
K-Pop Demon Hunters will Scratch Your Spider-Verse Itch in the Meantime
It's going to be a while before we get Beyond the Spider-Verse , but there looks to be something in the way that very much keeps to the aesthetic and action-direction of that franchise—and there's something in it for K-Pop fans as well. Check out the first trailer for K-Pop Demon Hunters : Here's the official description: When K-pop superstars Rumi, Mira, and Zoey aren't selling out stadiums, they're using their secret identities as demon hunters to protect their fans from ever-present supernatural danger. Together, they must face their biggest threat — an irresistible rival boy band of demons in disguise. The movie comes from Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation, and will also feature an original song performed by Jeongyeon, Jihyo, and Chaeyoung of the group TWICE. While there are a lot of animated properties that try to be very serious when it comes to their story, it does seem like KPDH is embracing the silliness of their premise. Besides the promise of supernatural action, we also have a lot of comedy bits from the two groups—which kinds of harkens to the supplementary K-Pop material where the idols have to do cute-sy game shows and interviews. So far the movie does look amazing, and maybe this can get some more people into the K-Pop genre if they weren't a fan of it before. Catch K-Pop Demon Hunters when it comes to Netflix on June 20.
Forbes
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Netflix's ‘KPop Demon Hunters' Releases Their Trailer And Poster
KPOP Demon Hunters Netflix Netflix's KPop Demon Hunters have released their trailer, and it's safe to say, it's poppin'! Imagine if your favorite K-pop stars moonlit as demon hunters. While they're killing it on the stage, they're actually killing demons between comebacks and touring. The three idols – Rumi (Arden Cho), Mira (May Hong), and Zoey (Ji-young Yoo) – from the group, Huntrix, use their secret identities as idols to protect their fans and the world from supernatural threats. The demons seem to have their own plans by utilizing that K-pop power and creating their demonic boy band, The Saja Boys– stealing hearts and souls. The musical animated film, directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, sets the scene in Seoul, with Korean people at the center. In the trailer, several Korean ajummas (elderly ladies), fan girls and boys are seen in the crowd. Kang told EW, 'It was really my desire to see Korean people on film in animation. So it actually started off as just a demon hunter project where I wanted to showcase Korean demons. Because demon hunting is usually a side job that's done in secret, it was like, what is their day job?' K-Pop Demon Hunters Official Poster Netflix Produced by Sony Pictures Animation, the same people who brought the Spider-verse films, the animations shown throughout the trailer are wild. From the graphic fight scenes to the goofy faces to the hilarious reactions to a sexy boyband, KPop Demon Hunters may be exactly what K-pop fans and animation fans are looking for. Not to mention, TWICE's Jeongyeon, Jihyo, and Chaeyoung are part of the film's soundtrack, with their version of 'Takedown.' The trio told EW described the song as 'a high-energy track with a powerful beat,' that's 'filled with fierce determination and the will to tear down anything fake.' How much more K-pop can this movie get? Oh, but there's more! Teddy Park – the brains behind BLACKPINK's music – helped develop the music for the film. He worked with 24, Danny Chung, IDO, Vince, KUSH, and DOMINSUK. K-pop songwriters and producers were also involved in the process, including EJAE, Jenna Andrews, Stephen Kirk, Lindgren, Mark Sonnenblick, Daniel Rojas, and Ian Eisendrath If you're looking for some drama, Korean actors Ahn Hyo-seop and Byung Hun Lee are also part of the film! KPop Demon Hunters will premiere on Netflix on June 20. Check out the trailer below.
Zawya
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Zawya
Visa announces its role as Official Payment Partner for K-Star Spark in Vietnam
Global payment leader joins forces with Ravolution Asia to engage Gen Z and Millennials in Vietnam's vibrant K-Pop scene. HCMC, VIETNAM - Media OutReach Newswire - 21 May 2025 - Visa, a global leader in digital payments, has announced its role as the Official Payment Partner for the K-Star Spark in Vietnam – presented by VPBank, set to take place on June 21, 2025, at My Dinh National Stadium in Hanoi, Vietnam. The K-Star Spark in Vietnam – presented by VPBank, organized by Ravolution Asia and with VPBank as the Title Sponsor, offers Vietnamese youth a chance to immerse themselves in the world of K-Pop. The lineup includes renowned artists like G-Dragon, CL, DPR IAN, TEMPEST, and tripleS. This collaboration with Ravolution Asia, a leading music festival organizer, marks Visa's first local music sponsorship in Vietnam, demonstrating its commitment to connecting with Gen Z and Millennials through their love for music. Visa's Gen Z Decoded Report[1] reveals that music is a major passion for Gen Z in Vietnam, with 64% highly engaged in it. Concerts are a popular way for Gen Z to connect, with those interested in music attending nearly two live events annually. A significant 95% of these fans show a strong interest in merchandise at live events, preferring clothing and posters, and they can easily purchase these items using debit cards and digital payments.[2] The K-Star Spark in Vietnam – presented by VPBank offers a unique opportunity to connect with this tech-savvy audience. Through this collaboration, Visa aims to enhance payment convenience, security, and speed, solidifying its leadership in digital payments. As the Official Payment Partner of this event, Visa adds to the excitement by offering an attractive promotion of a 10% discount on all Visa card purchases for event tickets through the official ticketing partner, available during the presale at 2:00 PM on May 20 th and the public sale at 2:00 PM on May 21 st.[3] "We are honored to be the Official Payment Partner for K-Star Spark in Vietnam – presented by VPBank. This sponsorship underscores Visa's dedication to supporting cultural and entertainment activities while engaging with Gen Z in Vietnam," said Ms. Dung Dang, Country Manager of Visa Vietnam and Laos. "By enhancing the concert experience with our seamless and secure digital payment solutions, we aim to provide fans with greater convenience and enjoyment. We believe this collaboration will not only contribute to the success of Ravolution Asia but also offer our clients with sponsorship opportunities on an international scale. This marks a significant step forward in Visa's sustainable development journey with its partners in the Asian market." In recent years, by aligning with our consumers' passion points, Visa has actively engaged in sponsorships across both music and sports. The K-Star Spark in Vietnam – presented by VPBank marks the first in a series of five music events in 2025 by Ravolution Asia that Visa is collaborating on. [1] Visa's Gen Z Decoded Report, commissioned by Visa's Asia Pacific Insights & Analytics team, involved interviewing Gen Z consumers in Vietnam as part of a qualitative study. [2] Same report as above. [3] Terms and conditions applied – Cticket | Offers | Visa. Hashtag: #RavolutionAsia The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Visa Visa (NYSE: V) is a world leader in digital payments, facilitating transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses and economies to thrive. We believe that economies that include everyone everywhere, uplift everyone everywhere and see access as foundational to the future of money movement. Learn more at Visa
Malay Mail
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
Visa announces its role as Official Payment Partner for K-Star Spark in Vietnam
Global payment leader joins forces with Ravolution Asia to engage Gen Z and Millennials in Vietnam's vibrant K-Pop scene. K-Star Spark Mega Concert 2025: G-Dragon, CL, DPR IAN, TEMPEST, and tripleS. 10% discount on all Visa card purchases for event tickets through [1] Visa's Gen Z Decoded Report, commissioned by Visa's Asia Pacific Insights & Analytics team, involved interviewing Gen Z consumers in Vietnam as part of a qualitative study. [2] Same report as above. [3] Terms and conditions applied – Cticket | Offers | Visa HCMC, VIETNAM - Media OutReach Newswire - 21 May 2025 - Visa, a global leader in digital payments, has announced its role as the Official Payment Partner for the K-Star Spark in Vietnam – presented by VPBank , set to take place on June 21, 2025, at My Dinh National Stadium in Hanoi, Vietnam. The K-Star Spark in Vietnam – presented by VPBank, organized by Ravolution Asia and with VPBank as the Title Sponsor, offers Vietnamese youth a chance to immerse themselves in the world of K-Pop. The lineup includes renowned artists like G-Dragon, CL, DPR IAN, TEMPEST, and collaboration with Ravolution Asia , a leading music festival organizer, marks Visa's first local music sponsorship in Vietnam, demonstrating its commitment to connecting with Gen Z and Millennials through their love for Gen Z Decoded Report[1] reveals that music is a major passion for Gen Z in Vietnam, with 64% highly engaged in it. Concerts are a popular way for Gen Z to connect, with those interested in music attending nearly two live events annually. A significant 95% of these fans show a strong interest in merchandise at live events, preferring clothing and posters, and they can easily purchase these items using debit cards and digital payments.[2]The K-Star Spark in Vietnam – presented by VPBank offers a unique opportunity to connect with this tech-savvy audience. Through this collaboration, Visa aims to enhance payment convenience, security, and speed, solidifying its leadership in digital payments. As the Official Payment Partner of this event, Visa adds to the excitement by offering an attractive promotion of a 10% discount on all Visa card purchases for event tickets through , the official ticketing partner, available during the presale at 2:00 PM on May 20and the public sale at 2:00 PM on May 21.[3]"We are honored to be the Official Payment Partner for K-Star Spark in Vietnam – presented by VPBank. This sponsorship underscores Visa's dedication to supporting cultural and entertainment activities while engaging with Gen Z in Vietnam," said. "By enhancing the concert experience with our seamless and secure digital payment solutions, we aim to provide fans with greater convenience and enjoyment. We believe this collaboration will not only contribute to the success of Ravolution Asia but also offer our clients with sponsorship opportunities on an international scale. This marks a significant step forward in Visa's sustainable development journey with its partners in the Asian market."In recent years, by aligning with our consumers' passion points, Visa has actively engaged in sponsorships across both music and sports. The K-Star Spark in Vietnam – presented by VPBank marks the first in a series of five music events in 2025 by Ravolution Asia that Visa is collaborating #RavolutionAsia The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Visa Visa (NYSE: V) is a world leader in digital payments, facilitating transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses and economies to thrive. We believe that economies that include everyone everywhere, uplift everyone everywhere and see access as foundational to the future of money movement. Learn more at
