The fresh charm of BABYMONSTER has been further revealed.
On the 11th, BABYMONSTER unveiled the behind-the-scenes of their music video 'HOT SAUCE,' showcasing their signature bright and fresh appeal and the vibrant mood of summer.
The members, upon arriving on site, injected vitality into the studio, leading a lively atmosphere even before filming began. They impressed the crew with energetic group dances, showing no signs of fatigue despite repeated takes. All members continuously researched expressions and poses for the best cuts, demonstrating a professional demeanor through meticulous monitoring.
In particular, the appearance of chief producer Yang Hyun-seok giving careful feedback captured attention. He showcased the choreography on-site, meticulously pointing out detailed elements, and his performance direction, which paid close attention to even the smallest movements, revealed his extraordinary affection. Thanks to his precise direction, the performance was refined to a higher level of completeness.
The day after the group dance scenes, which were filmed with intense passion, individual and unit scene shoots that highlighted each BABYMONSTER member's unique personality followed. The members delivered a variety of performances with hip gestures, charming expressions, and natural reactions, providing fans with rich visual delights and subtle fun.
In this behind-the-scenes video, major spaces of the music video were revealed in detail, including a street filled with graffiti, a hideout brimming with 1980s retro vibes, and a set that paid homage to Seo Taiji and Boys' music video for their first album 'I Know.' Additionally, the introduction of hip-hop fashion with impressive retro vivid colors and cute outfits inspired by the initials of the group name BABYMONSTER drew attention.
BABYMONSTER expressed their desire to create summer memories with their fans, saying, "We want our MONSTEZ (fandom name) to have a hot summer with 'HOT SAUCE.' Our dance is fun and cute, so please follow along a lot."
The music video for 'HOT SAUCE,' released on the 1st, topped the YouTube 'Most Viewed Video in 24 Hours' chart amid explosive interest from global fans, currently boasting over 61 million views. The song has also settled high on the iTunes Worldwide Song Chart and achieved top spots on the QQ Music Rising Chart in China and the AWA Real-Time Chart in Japan, garnering a positive response among global music fans.
Meanwhile, BABYMONSTER is meeting fans through various activities, including music shows, with 'HOT SAUCE.' They will expand their global reach with their second U.S. tour, which includes performances at Japan's largest music festival 'Summer Sonic' in August and stops in Toronto, Rosemont, Atlanta, Fort Worth, Oakland, and Seattle. They are also set for a busy second half of the year with a second pre-release song in September and a mini-album release in October.
[Photo] Provided by YG Entertainment
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