Malaysian K-pop fans often go wild over concert announcements, and many also enjoy it when event organisers tease the possibility that their favourite idols might soon be performing on our shores. But what happens when the idols themselves drop hints, or even spill the beans, about upcoming tour plans before any official announcement has been made?
Soloist Kim Jae-joong (김재중), formerly of TVXQ, recently revealed more details about the countries he’ll be visiting next, and fans were thrilled to learn that Malaysia is among them. Here’s what he said:
Kim Jae-joong appeared as a guest on the latest episode of Jo Hyun-ah’s “Ordinary Thursday Night” on YouTube, hosted by singer Jo Hyun-ah. The two discussed his career, dating rumours, and details of his upcoming Asia tour, “Beauty in Chaos”. Initially, Seoul was the only confirmed stop, with Japan and Vietnam announced shortly afterwards.
Fans have been eagerly awaiting more official date announcements, but it appears the singer himself has revealed additional countries that will be part of the tour. When asked about where he’ll be heading next, the 39-year-old said: “Starting from Jangchung Arena, then the following week is Japan, then Vietnam, then Thailand, China and Malaysia.” Although no official announcement has been made, Malaysian fans were overjoyed after the episode aired.
Many took to Twitter to express their excitement that the legendary Kim Jae-joong will be performing in Malaysia later this year. Others said the unofficial announcement came as a surprise, as they hadn’t expected Malaysia to be one of the stops on the upcoming tour. A few were hoping that the “ROCK STAR” artist would stay true to his word and that there would be an official announcement about his concert soon.
Kim Jae-joong last visited Malaysia in 2023 for the Korea Travel Fest, but his most recent performance here was in 2022 during his solo Asia tour. We’re looking forward to the official concert announcement and to the idol’s return to entertain fans!
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