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Stray Kids Electrifies Rock in Rio Debut
12 Sep
Summary
- K-pop genre received its first dedicated night at Rock in Rio.
- Stray Kids headlined the historic K-pop night on Palco Mundo.
- The group delivered an explosive performance with choreography and hits.

Rock in Rio marked a historic moment by dedicating its main stage, Palco Mundo, to K-pop for the first time. The highly anticipated Stray Kids closed out the night, delivering an electrifying performance to a crowd of enthusiastic fans. The eight members, known as STAYs, took over the Cidade do Rock, showcasing their powerful stage presence.
The group kicked off their set with high-energy tracks, maintaining intensity with precise choreography and the audience singing along. Their fashion evolved from streetwear to outfits with Korean references, adding visual dynamism. Stray Kids engaged with the crowd, even incorporating samba steps during 'Chk Chk Boom,' a nod to their Brazilian audience. The performance featured hits from various stages of their career.
The show culminated with fireworks and pyrotechnics, amplifying the excitement. A memorable moment included Bang Chan singing a snippet of Michel Teló's hit 'Ai Se Eu Te Pego.' This debut performance was loud, historic, and left the audience wanting more, signaling a potential new era for K-pop at major Brazilian festivals.