Media calls Blackpink concert 'worst of summer'
By Cynthia Montojo
"Just because audiences filled State De France doesn't mean performance is good, what we thought after leaving Blackpink's concert was that choreography was too textbook, and members would often walk in front of each other due to miscommunication," long-running acclaimed French newspaper Le Parisien has called K-pop girl group Blackpink's recent concert in France worst international concert.
Le Parisien review of concerts held in Paris La Défense Arena and national stadium State De France during summer months, acknowledging compiled comments may not be agreeable with others.
Newspaper ranked Blackpink, held its French "Born Pink Tour" leg in Stade de France earlier, below all other international concerts.
Le Parisien appeared very critical of one member Jennie departing stage during latter part of show, leaving her companions Lisa, Jisoo, and Rosé to read out posters brought by fans
"This was not performance befitting young Koreans' popularity," ended newspaper.
Girl group had read out placards at previous concerts before, including its visit to Philippines March where Lisa even celebrated her birthday with Filipino fans.
Jennie also left mid-way during Blackpink's second concert in Melbourne due to illness t June, while Jisoo was unable to perform two nights in Osaka week before because of COVID-19.
Blackpink managed to draw in 55,000 people to Stade de France, which has seating capacity of 80,000 for sporting games.
For comparison, Le Parisien ranked Canadian singer The Weeknd, who performed at same venue two weeks after Blackpink, as best international act during same timespan.
Newspaper called The Weeknd's two-night concert " most flawless and boldest concert in every aspect, from stage setup to vocals."
Blackpink will end its "Born Pink" world tour with two nights in Seoul this September.
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