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BLACKPINK officially kicked off their highly anticipated DEADLINE World Tour with two sold-out shows in Goyang, South Korea, on July 5 and 6. The concerts drew a lot of attention not just for the performances but also for the celebrities in attendance. Among the familiar faces in the crowd were Red Velvet’s Irene and Seulgi, which instantly caught fans’ attention. What made things even more interesting was the news that Irene and Seulgi had met up with BLACKPINK’s Jennie and Rosé just days before the concert. This led fans to wonder if the meeting was more than just a friendly get-together—possibly a personal invite to the tour’s opening shows.
According to a fan’s post on the popular K-pop forum Nate Pann, Jennie, Rosé, Irene, and Seulgi were seen dining together at a well-known restaurant in Cheongdam, an upscale area in Seoul’s Gangnam district. The person who shared the post said they spotted the four idols at a trendy spot and couldn’t resist sharing how stunning they looked in person. This sighting, followed by Irene and Seulgi’s appearance at the concert, naturally fueled speculation about whether they were personally invited by Jennie and Rosé during their dinner.
It’s not uncommon for idols to invite fellow artists and friends to their concerts. The K-pop world is known for its close-knit community, and many performers support each other by attending shows when schedules allow. In this case, fans were especially surprised and touched that Irene and Seulgi made the effort to attend BLACKPINK’s concert, even though they had just finished performing in Singapore the day before. Their presence at the Goyang concert—particularly on the second day—suggests that the visit might have been more than a casual outing.
They weren’t the only well-known guests in the crowd either. BTS member J-Hope was also seen at the concert, seated near Irene and Seulgi. Observers noticed him receiving gift packages from Jisoo’s label, BLISOO, and rumors quickly spread that he had been invited by Jisoo herself. All of this only added to the growing excitement among fans who were thrilled to see so many major stars showing up to support BLACKPINK’s tour launch.
The friendship between BLACKPINK and Red Velvet, affectionately called “BlackVelvet” by fans, has always held a special place in the K-pop community. With moments like this—where artists from different top groups openly support one another—the bond between them feels even more genuine. For fans, it’s a meaningful reminder of the respect and affection that exists between these powerhouse performers.