'WSWF' concluded with the victory of OSAKA Ojo Gang.
On the 22nd (Tue), during Mnet's 'World of Street Woman Fighter' (directed by Kwon Young-chan CP, Choi Jeong-nam PD, hereinafter 'WSWF') 9th final stage, the last dance battle among AG SQUAD, MOTIV, and OSAKA Ojo Gang unfolded. Amid a fierce competition between the three crews vying for the throne of victory, the honor of being ranked number one globally in dance went to OSAKA Ojo Gang.
The broadcast that day achieved the number one rating in the 1539 target audience and 2049 male and female groups during the same time slot (based on AGB Nielsen, paid in the metropolitan area), while TVING recorded a real-time viewing share soaring up to 93.3% among all live channels at the same time. 'WSWF' maintained its number one position in the non-drama category of buzz rankings published by Good Data Corporation's FUNdex for seven consecutive weeks. As of the 3rd week of July, BUMSUP, OSAKA Ojo Gang, and Kyoka swept the top three spots in non-drama cast popularity, showcasing their strong presence until the end.
The highly anticipated final consisted of the 'OST (Original SWF Theme) mission' and the 'Crew Identity mission,' culminating in a finale stage that granted bonus points. The final judging featured Park Jin-Young, Mike Song, along with special judges Aliya Janell and Saweetie, adding to the grandeur. OSAKA Ojo Gang took the lead in the pre-vote, establishing an early advantage, while in the first mission 'OST (Original SWF Theme) mission,' they performed the matching song selected by public voting, showcasing the most memorable moments (MUST HAVE SCENE) from their journey on 'WSWF,' captivating the audience.
The first to take the stage, AG SQUAD, mesmerized the crowd by incorporating swords as props to the tune of izna's 'SASS (Prod. THE HUB),' showcasing their awakened inner hunter instincts through a battle of elimination. MOTIV encapsulated moments that rekindled feelings of love, energy, and bonding, performing to ASH ISLAND's 'Always a Good Time (Prod. THE HUB).' OSAKA Ojo Gang, donned in helmets, delivered an impressive performance above Sung Hanbin's 'CHAMPION (Prod. THE HUB),' with Kyoka's fiery punch and the mega crew's performance highlights earning the judges' rave reviews.
The second mission of the final was the 'Crew Identity mission,' which captivated the audience with a '3 teams, 3 colors' performance, leading into the finale stage. The star of the finale stage, which awarded bonus points, was AG SQUAD. They demonstrated a high level of performance to the new final song 'Gatsby,' proving their broad spectrum of talents. After a tightly contested competition, OSAKA Ojo Gang emerged as the ultimate champions of 'WSWF,' with AG SQUAD in second place and MOTIV in third.
Representing Japan, OSAKA Ojo Gang (Ibuki, Ru, Minami, Uwa, Junna, Kyoka, Hana) is a street crew rooted in hip-hop and battle culture. Known for their buzz-worthy member Kyoka, all members possess solid skills and diverse personalities, establishing a robust fan base. Although they faced a crisis in the first elimination battle, they showcased a unified team identity as the missions progressed, culminating in a stunning narrative of growth to take the top spot. Leader Ibuki, lifting the trophy, expressed, "This was our youth. I would be truly grateful if everyone enjoyed this together." The members embraced each other, relishing the joy of victory, with Kyoka shedding tears, adding to the emotion.
Launched in May, 'WSWF' is the third season of Mnet's mega hit 'Street Woman Fighter,' garnering intense interest from start to finish with its new approach of a 'national competition' featuring six crews from five countries, including Korea, New Zealand, the United States, Japan, and Australia. Starting with the national competition's underdog designation battle, it went through rank missions and mega crew missions, creating legendary performances, while the emergence of new stars ignited fan enthusiasm, reaffirming the power of the mega IP.
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