Jakarta Becomes KOSTCON's Starting Point, The Most Drama Concert In The World

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JAKARTA - The Korean OST Concert (KOSTCON) as a concert entirely dedicated to the original soundtrack (OST) of Korean dramas, chose Jakarta as the starting point for its global travel series.

The concert, which was held in collaboration with the Kelebrity Worldwide, HiFive Entertainment, TMC Indonesia, and KMF, brought the theme The Most Drama Concert in the World held at the Indonesia Arena, Senayan, Central Jakarta on August 2.

As previously informed, KOSTCON Jakarta will feature a series of top South Korean singers known for their songs to become Korean drama OSTs, such as Lyn, Kim Bum Soo, K Will, Chen EXO, Soyou, Heize, and Lee Mujin.

David Shin, CEO of Kelebrity Worldwide as the initiator of KOSTCON, said that choosing Jakarta as the starting point could not be separated from the enthusiasm and love of his people for Korean dramas.

"Jakarta is the opening city because of the extraordinary love of fans in Indonesia for the soundtrack of the drama, both on streaming and community platforms," David Shin said at a press conference in Kuningan, South Jakarta, Wednesday, July 9.

"Through KOSTCON, we want to create a moment where the audience feels like they are in their favorite drama story," he continued.

Meanwhile, TMC Indonesia as a local promoter involved in this event stated, KOSTCON as a show that was able to bridge two different cultures.

"We are proud to be involved as a co-promotor. KOSTCON for us is a form of emotional celebration, nostalgia, and cross-cultural connection," said Aulia Mahariza as CEO of TMC Indonesia.

Aulia will also ensure that this performance can be accessed by all Korean music and drama lovers without exception.

"We also ensure accessibility for all, including persons with disabilities," added Aulia.

Meanwhile, KOSTCON is seen as proof that not only K-pop groups can expand their music, drama series is another pillar that can make Ginseng Country musicians known to the world.

KOSTCON is proof that soundtrack songs have become an important part of Korean cultural exports. This is not just background music, but an emotional bridge between artists and global fans," said Myunggil Lee, KMF Director.

The KOSTCAN concert not only features regular music performances. The cinematic flow is prepared so that the audience gets a new experience.

"We don't want this to feel like an ordinary music show. Of course, the audience must feel that they are watching dramas live with the transition of scenes, light, and visual stages that blend perfectly," added Sean Pereira, Group Managing Director of HiFive Entertainment.

For information, KOSTCON Jakarta tickets are available in seven different categories that can be owned through com tickets at prices ranging from Rp. 950,000 to Rp. 2,950,000.