Leading Figures of the K-POP Wave Gather in Busan

Asia Hallyu Festival Goes Global via 'Lantern' Online Platform

Super Junior. [Image source=Provided by SM Entertainment]

Super Junior. [Image source=Provided by SM Entertainment]

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[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Yong-woo] Major stars are making a grand appearance at the ‘Online Hallyu Festival’ that even COVID-19 cannot stop.


The 2021 Busan One Asia Festival (BOF), Asia’s largest Hallyu festival, has finally revealed its second lineup.


With an unprecedented lineup attracting the attention of Hallyu fans worldwide, the first headliner announcing their May trip to Busan is Super Junior.


Super Junior, who released their 10th full album ‘The Renaissance’ last March, once again proved their 17 years of experience by topping the iTunes Top Album Charts in 23 regions worldwide and ranking first on major Chinese music sites’ digital album sales charts.


The ultimate Hallyu kings returning with the title track “House Party” can be experienced at the BOF online party.


Mamamoo, armed with their girl crush charm, also announced their appearance at the 2021 BOF.


With perfect live skills and music that appeals to the masses, Mamamoo has secured a broad fan base, raising expectations among people of all ages and genders.


With the unique charm of ‘Middeut-Mammu’ (Mamamoo you can trust and listen to), they are expected to shake Busan in May.


The last artist revealed in the second BOF lineup is Pentagon, who captivated fans with their new song “DO or NOT.” With refreshing performances and stable vocal skills, Pentagon’s trip to Busan is drawing global fans’ attention.


Super Junior, Mamamoo, Pentagon, NCT DREAM, The Boyz, and WEi, who are listed in the first and second lineups, will take the stage at the 2021 BOF K-POP concert held in May.


The 2021 BOF plans to comfort Hallyu fans exhausted by COVID-19 with diverse programs including the K-POP concert, a park concert that all generations can relate to and enjoy, and BOF Land showcasing the charming culture of Busan.


For the first time in BOF history, the festival will be held online, allowing fans worldwide to enjoy the excitement of the festival from anywhere. The 2021 BOF is strictly following the guidelines of the Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasures Headquarters to ensure a safe performance.



The 2021 BOF, which will send excitement and memories from Busan to the world, will take place from May 6 to 9 in Busan.


This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.

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