Global superstar G-Dragon is set to conclude his record-breaking “G-DRAGON 2025 WORLD TOUR [Übermensch]” with a three-day grand finale in Seoul.
The highly anticipated encore concerts, titled ‘G-DRAGON 2025 WORLD TOUR [Übermensch] IN SEOUL : ENCORE, presented by Coupang Play’, will take place in December, with ticket sales opening immediately after the announcement.
Encore Concert Details
The final stop of the monumental world tour is scheduled for three consecutive days in Korea:
- Dates: December 12, 13, and 14, 2025
- Venue: Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul, South Korea
- Significance: These shows will serve as the official grand finale of the entire world tour, making them a must-see event for fans both domestic and international.
Ticket Sales Information
Due to the massive international demand the tour has generated, ticket sales are being managed through both local and global platforms.
Phase Date (KST) Time (KST) Platforms
- Fan Club Pre-Sales Monday, November 10 8 PM KST Coupang Play (Domestic)
- Fan Club Pre-Sales Monday, November 10 9 PM KST Interpark Global (International)
- General Sales Tuesday, November 11 8 PM KST Coupang Play & Interpark Global
BIGBANG’s G-DRAGON (Credit: YouTube)
The phased sales approach is intended to provide loyal fan club members with the first opportunity to secure seats for the final performances.
A Tour That Swept the Globe
The “G-DRAGON 2025 WORLD TOUR [Übermensch]” has been a monumental success, traveling across continents and cementing G-Dragon’s status as a global icon.
- Tour Duration: Beginning in Goyang, Korea, in March 2025.
- Scale: The tour included a staggering 38 shows across 16 major cities worldwide.
- Cities Covered: The tour visited major hubs across Asia (Tokyo, Osaka, Bulacan, Macau, Taipei, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Hong Kong, Hanoi), North America (Newark, Las Vegas, Los Angeles), Europe (Paris), and Oceania (Sydney, Melbourne).
The tour’s recent stops highlight its overwhelming demand, such as the performances in Hanoi, Vietnam (November 8–9), where G-Dragon drew a total of 84,000 fans over two days.
An additional show had to be added in Hanoi after the first date sold out instantly, demonstrating the intense fan dedication.
Agency Confirmation
G-Dragon’s agency, Galaxy Corporation, confirmed all the concert details and the sales schedule, noting the decision to hold the final concerts was made in response to the surging demand and the desire to close out the record-breaking tour on a memorable note for the fans.
Anticipation is at an all-time high as domestic and international fans prepare to compete for tickets to witness the final unforgettable curtain call of the ‘Übermensch’ world tour.
Super Junior member Siwon has sparked a major controversy and faced widespread criticism following a series of incidents during his recent TikTok live streams.
His actions have led many fans and netizens to demand his removal from the group, trending the hashtag #SIWON_OUT.
The Controversial Incidents
1. Claiming to be Kim Jong Un’s Cousin
During one of his TikTok lives, which often feature collaborations with other users, Siwon introduced himself as a North Korean politician and cousin of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
Siwon’s Statement: He stated,
“I’m politician from the North Korea… I’m just Kim Jong Un’s cousin… I’m politician, I’m just working for my country now.”
- Netizen Reaction: This statement was widely condemned as “tone deaf” and “insensitive,” particularly given the serious geopolitical context and the human rights issues associated with North Korea. Critics argued that even if intended as sarcasm, it showed a severe lack of judgment and professionalism.
Super Junior’s Siwon (Credit: X)
2. Controversial Interactions and “Gifting” Issue
Netizens brought up other examples of what they deemed to be inappropriate behavior on the platform:
- Abrupt End to Live: In one instance, Siwon abruptly ended a live stream with an Arab man after the user reportedly refused to assist him. Critics allege he looked serious with the non-Korean user but smiled when Korean users joined the live, leading to accusations of classism or poor conduct.
- Encouraging Gifts: During a joint live with fellow member Leeteuk, Siwon explained how to use the TikTok “gifting” feature, which requires fans to spend real money. This sparked fury, as Siwon is known to be from an extremely wealthy family, and critics questioned why an already rich idol who has received years of support from ELFs (Super Junior fans) would encourage fans to spend money on virtual gifts. Leeteuk had previously kept this option turned off.
- Fan and Netizen Criticism
The ongoing criticism points to a pattern of what netizens describe as “embarrassing” and “disgusting” behavior that is damaging the reputation of Super Junior.
Many critics argue that Siwon is “singlehandedly ruining SuJu’s rep” and that his actions are enabled by his less critical fans.
The comparison was drawn to other K-pop idols who have been removed from their groups over less substantial or unproven claims, highlighting a perceived double standard in how Siwon is being handled by his company, SM Entertainment.
The overarching sentiment is that Siwon needs to be held accountable, with fans aggressively pushing the #SIWON_OUT hashtag.
