• EXO's D.O. successfully wraps up his first solo concert in Hong Kong!

    EXO's D.O. made unforgettable moments with his fans in Hong Kong.

    On June 29th, D.O. successfully finished his first solo Asia fan concert 'BLOOM in HONGKONG' in Hong Kong.

    Starting with the title track 'Mars' from his third mini album, D.O. captivated the audience with an amazing performance. Fans filled the venue, cheering loudly and singing along in Korean, creating a lively atmosphere right from the beginning.

    D.O. greeted fans, saying, "I'm really happy to perform in Hong Kong after such a long time." He explained that the concert's name 'BLOOM' symbolizes his wish for this special time with fans to blossom beautifully, marking his first fan concert.

    The concert featured different segments including updates, fan interaction activities, and live performances. In the 'KyungSoo in BLOOM' segment, he shared everyday moments like photos of food he cooked himself and interesting stories from his time in Hong Kong, giving fans a glimpse into his personal life.

    Additionally, D.O. delighted fans by performing memorable acts such as the tap dance from his character in the movie 'Swing Kids'.

    One of the highlights was the 'To DO List' segment, where D.O. added his unique touch to the concert. From AKMU's 'How People Move' to IU's 'Knees', Taeyang's 'Eyes, Nose, Lips', Maroon 5's 'Sunday Morning', and Lee Young Ji's 'Small Girl (feat. D.O.)', he heated up the stage with flawless live performances across various genres.

    Walking among the audience and making eye contact with fans up close, D.O. left a lasting impression with songs like 'Simple Joys', 'That's Okay', 'Star Falls', and 'My Dear', showcasing his sweet vocals.

    He expressed, "I get so much energy performing on stage and seeing fans up close. It makes me really happy to share new songs directly with you through this concert in Hong Kong." D.O. wrapped up the concert with a full set list including tracks from his third mini album 'Growth' such as 'Ordinary Days', 'Good Night', 'About Time', 'Somebody', and an encore of 'Popcorn'.

    At the end of the concert, fans expressed their gratitude to D.O. with slogans like "Kyungsoo, my heart bursts like popcorn every time I see you," and created unforgettable memories.

    They also prepared a surprise video featuring local cuisine, showing their immense love. D.O. responded, "Fans, your warmth is overflowing," revealing his unwavering affection.

    Finally, he hoped that this concert would be a cherished memory for everyone, saying, "I'm happy that this concert has become a great memory for me too," eagerly anticipating the next meeting.

    After successfully wrapping up fan concerts in Seoul, Taipei, and now Hong Kong, D.O. is set to continue his tour across 9 Asian cities including Jakarta, Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, Yokohama, Singapore, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, and Manila.

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  • BTS' Jungkook Sets Unstoppable Record, First Asian Solo Artist with 77 Weeks on Billboard Global Charts

    BTS member Jungkook continues to prove his global superstar status, setting incredible records on the Billboard charts!

    Jungkook’s solo single “Seven”, released in July 2023, has achieved a historic milestone by charting for 77 weeks on the Billboard Global 200 as of January 18.

    This makes it the longest-charting song by an Asian solo artist in history. On the Billboard Global (Excluding U.S.) chart, “Seven” has ranked for an unbelievable 78 consecutive weeks, another record no other Asian solo artist has achieved.

    With these numbers, Jungkook becomes the first and only Asian solo artist to stay on both the Global 200 and Global (Excluding U.S.) charts for over 77 weeks.

    Billboard’s official data confirms that Jungkook has now accumulated 212 weeks on the Global 200 and 261 weeks on the Global (Excluding U.S.) chart, further solidifying his status as one of the world’s top artists.

    Jungkook’s chart domination doesn’t stop there. His solo hits “Seven”, “3D”, and “Standing Next to You” all claimed the #1 spot on the Billboard Global charts, with “Seven” even debuting at #1 on the prestigious Hot 100. The track stayed on the Hot 100 for 15 weeks, showcasing its massive appeal.

    Fans in the UK also celebrated “Seven” as it debuted at #3 on the UK Official Singles Chart, remaining on the chart for 14 weeks—the longest run ever for a K-pop soloist.

    With these unmatched achievements, Jungkook continues to write history as a true global sensation!

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