KCON LA 2025 is all set to take place, and fans can’t keep calm! It is a three-day festival that promises to serve electrifying performances from various K-pop artists. The festival has built anticipation among fans to see their favourite artists live, but recent changes to the lineup have stirred mixed feelings. Read on to know more about it.
KCON LA 2025 Lineup
The announcement of KCON LA’s festival lineup increased the hype. From NOWADAYS to MONSTA X and aespa, several K-Pop stars are going to showcase their charm and energy on the stage. Fans were thrilled to see such a range of performers. However, the inclusion of KISS OF LIFE ignited a heated debate online. Many fans were left disappointed, as earlier, KISS OF LIFE faced heavy criticism for cultural appropriation during a live broadcast. The incident triggered widespread backlash, with many fans calling out the group’s apology as insincere. Some users demanded a black ocean for KISS OF LIFE. The strong reaction put pressure on the event organisers.
On May 16, KCON USA shared an update addressing the controversy. They announced that KISS OF LIFE would no longer perform at the festival. After discussions with the group’s agency, S2 Entertainment, both sides agreed it was best for the group to step back. The statement expressed regret and asked for fans’ understanding.
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Reactions to the decision were mixed. Some fans welcomed the change. They felt that it addressed their concerns about accountability. Others were disappointed and stated that the group deserved a chance to perform and grow. A few even criticised those who made threats to the group, which seemingly led to this “unfair outcome”. What are your thoughts?
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