BABYMONSTER kicked off its second world tour with a commanding hometown performance, proving once again why the rookie group has built a reputation for combining youthful energy with remarkably polished live vocals.
On June 28, BABYMONSTER took the stage at Jamsil Indoor Stadium in Seoul for the third and final night of its "CHOOM IN SEOUL" concerts, the opening stop of its 2026–2027 world tour.
The concert marked the group's first solo show in Korea in a year and five months following the "HELLO MONSTERS" tour and served as the launchpad for a global trek spanning 29 performances across 18 cities on five continents, including first-time visits to Oceania, Europe and South America.
Backed by a live band and a 28-song setlist, the six-member lineup delivered a tightly paced 150-minute show that highlighted both BABYMONSTER's signature intensity and its growing musical range.
The opening section focused on the group's defining identity. Songs including "WE GO UP," "CHOOM" and "BATTER UP" showcased explosive band arrangements, soaring vocals and razor-sharp rap performances, while fan singalongs quickly filled the arena.
Tracks such as "DRIP" and "MOON" further demonstrated the group's evolution since debut, balancing confident stage presence with refined musical chemistry. Extended-stage performances of "CLIK CLAK," "SHEESH" and "PSYCHO" narrowed the distance between the members and the audience, creating an energetic arena-wide exchange.
The middle portion spotlighted each member's individuality while filling the temporary absence of Rami, who is on hiatus for health reasons.
Rora revisited Camila Cabello's "Havana" with a Latin-inspired rearrangement that emphasized both vocal growth and artistic maturity. Asa's performance of Baauer's "Temple" featured aggressive rap delivery and bold choreography, while Pharita brought a fresh pop-diva charm to Nicki Minaj's "Super Bass." Chiquita energized the crowd with a vibrant mashup of "Buttons" and "Worth It," and Ruka and Ahyeon completed the solo showcase with confident takes on "RATATA" and Ariana Grande's "Problem."
The mood shifted with vocal-focused performances of "Stuck In The Middle," "Love, Maybe," "DREAM" and "LOCKED IN," where minimalist piano and guitar arrangements allowed the members' harmonies to take center stage.
The final act leaned into the group's bright K-pop appeal. "Really Like You" and "BILLIONAIRE" highlighted a lighter, playful side, while "FOREVER" and "WILD" drew enthusiastic reactions with their charming stage presence.
The finale featuring "HOT SAUCE," "SUGAR HONEY ICE TEA" and "I LIKE IT" transformed the venue into a massive singalong, blending charisma, sweetness and high-energy choreography into a fitting conclusion.
The encore continued with "SUPA DUPA LUV," "Love In My Heart" and remixed versions of the group's signature tracks, closing the Seoul concerts on a celebratory note while building anticipation for the upcoming global tour.
During the closing ment, Chiquita and Asa thanked fans for making the second world tour possible, while Ruka and Pharita expressed their hope of continuing to meet MONSTIEZ for years to come. Rora credited the audience's love and trust for the memorable three-night run, and Ahyeon reflected that performing with fans completed what had felt missing during rehearsals, promising to show even more in the future.
BABYMONSTER will now continue its second world tour with performances across Asia, North America, Oceania, Europe and South America.
Reported by News Culture M.J._mj94070777@nc.press
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