Concert Review: BLACKPINK And Its Unmatched Charm In The Eyes Of BLINK Indonesia

BLACKPINK World Tour in Jakarta Concert (doc. YG Entertainment)

JAKARTA - The BLACKPINK World Tour in Jakarta concert which was held for two consecutive days on November 1 and 2 at the Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium (GBK) succeeded in proving one thing, where the charm of this global K-Pop girl group has not yet been extinguished in the eyes of BLINK (as for fans) Indonesia, it even feels even more stunning.

GBK is again a witness to the hysteria of tens of thousands of fans who come from various directions. They come to be ready to party in a sea of pink lightsticks.

This time, the aura of the Blackpink stage feels different. This concert became the appearance of the group's comeback after the members were busy with their solo projects. Jennie, Jisoo, Rosé, and Lisa not only returned as BLACKPINK, but also as a mature solo artist who brought new experiences and colors to the top of their collective stage.

Their solo success not only strengthens their respective brands, but also strengthens BLACKPINK's status as a group consisting of four superstars.

The show opens with songs that are familiar to fans. Kill This Love, Pink Venom, How You Like That, Playing With Fire, and Shut Down are performed sequentially. The roar of the audience's voice accompanies BLACKPINK's presence on stage, which appears complete with the accompaniment of live bands and background dancers.

Different from the concert two years ago, the solo performance presented this time is a presentation that provides a different dimension. If in the past BLACKPINK was known for its structured energy and girl crunch, now their stage chemistry is strengthened by the deepening artistic confidence.

Each member has succeeded in showing a more specific musical identity through their album and solo single. What is displayed seems to be well prepared, starting from the nuances formed during video playback on the big screen, fashion selection, to the choice of songs from each member's solo project which for the first time is displayed in Jakarta.

The set of solo appearances began with Jisoo, who brought elegant charm and was fresher. It features two numbers from the mini album "AMORTAGE" which was released last February, Hugs & Kisses and earthquake.

Jisoo presents an appearance that exudes classical beauty and luxury. She appears confident, performing her solo songs with elegant vibes. Her set focuses on stunning visuals and a more mature live vocal appearance, putting on a elegant but firm impression.

Then there is Lisa, who performs explosively through dances and raps. 'President', 'Lifestyle', and 'Rockstar' are all from the album 'Alter Ego' which was released last February' are some of the numbers he presented on stage.

Lisa set fire to the stage with her most intense and explosive performance. Known for her extraordinary dance skills, she features more complex and powerful choreography. The combination of a fast rap and rhythm that echoed from her solo songs succeeded in turning GBK into a giant wave arena.

Furthermore, there is Jennie, who strengthened her "it girl" image by performing songs from the album Ruby released last March which balances charismatic and vocal rap R&B.

Jennie appears on the stage of a true pop star's prestige. Carrying out her new songs, she emits unrivaled charisma and outfits that have always been a statement fashion.

The set feels the most dynamic. She combines hip-hop swabger with a sleek and full of energy choreography. Jennie appears to show her evolution as an artist who dares to experiment.

Rosé's last solo appearance, who was the star of the show that night. The game that was presented 'eating fried rice before going on stage and inviting a young female audience on stage' became the main focus that became a topic of conversation on social media.

At the beginning of her solo appearance, Rosé presented a melancholic atmosphere with an acoustic concept when singing 'number one girl'. But in the next number, the singer, known for his stable and appreciation vocals, proved himself to be a true musician.

Rosé made everyone sing on the song 'toxic till the end' and turn it into a big party when they brought the APT. Emotional interaction with the audience made his set one of the most touching.

In the show which lasted for two and a half hours, dozens of repertoires of songs were performed by BLACKPINK. In addition to the so-called ones above, there is still a single debut of Boombayah and Whistle; continuing to DDU-DU-DU, As If Its Your Last, Pretty Savage, Lovesick Girl, and Forever Young; to JUMP which was released last July.

In fact, the iMe Indonesia-promotod concert is not only what is displayed on stage, but rather the interaction between the four BLACKPINK members and tens of thousands of loyal fans who filled the GBK for two nights.

Indonesian audiences are known for their great energy. They kept shouting, singing along, and praising every appearance of the idols. Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa repeatedly expressed their sincere appreciation and praise to BLINK Indonesia, calling them one of the most special fans in the world.

The most memorable moment that sparked euphoria occurred when Rosé explicitly gave the highest praise to Indonesian fans, whom she called the number one AUDIENCE.

"Jakarta! Oh my God, the audience here is completely different. I think you guys really reached number one. You are the most crowded audience we have ever visited throughout this tour," Rosé said from the stage, greeted by hysterical screams of tens of thousands of BLINK.

Rosé reiterated the praise in the middle of the closing session, where she expressed her love in Indonesian, "I love you! You guys are the best!" Rosé also revealed that this enthusiasm made her feel loved very much, like the number one girl' in Jakarta' referring to one of her solo songs.

At the first night's show, Rosé also praised the fans who were loyal to wait for the rain to stop, even the show had been delayed for up to half an hour.

"Thank you for inviting us back. We are grateful and grateful to those of you who have been patient in this kind of weather," he said. You are so patient and kind. You are truly the greatest.

This dedication is the culmination of BLACKPINK's acknowledgment that BLINK Indonesia is not just a concert audience, but is the most loyal and passionate fan base between the dismissal of their world tour. The concert < DEADLINE> in Jakarta once again confirmed the status of BLINK Indonesia as "number one" in Blackpink's heart.