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Anwar Ibrahim Shares G-Dragon's Performance on Social Media, Wins Hearts of K-Pop Fans

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Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, the Prime Minister of Malaysia, has delighted K-pop fans by sharing a 36-second clip of G-Dragon's performance at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' dinner on his official social media accounts. The video, which has garnered over 520,000 views, 7,815 likes, 3,674 reposts, and 1,105 quotes since being uploaded seven hours ago, showcases G-Dragon performing his song 'Drama.' The Prime Minister's post was met with amusement from G-Dragon's fans, who cheekily asked him to 'whisper' to the K-pop icon to hold a BigBang reunion concert in Malaysia next year to mark the group's 20th anniversary.

Key Takeaways:

  • G-Dragon, the real name of Kwon Ji-Yong, performed at the APEC Economic Leaders' dinner event, entertaining the leaders with his song 'Power' in addition to 'Drama.'
  • The Prime Minister's post has gained significant attention, with over 520,000 views and 7,815 likes on his social media accounts.
  • G-Dragon's fans, known as 'VIPs,' have requested a BigBang reunion concert in Malaysia next year to mark the group's 20th anniversary, with some even asking for a three-day event.
  • The APEC leaders were treated to a cultural showcase, including a traditional flute performance by Kim Ki-yeop, which transported the audience 'back' to the ancient city of Gyeongju.
  • Gyeongju, the host venue for this year's APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting (AELM), is a historically rich city with several UNESCO World Heritage sites and is known as South Korea's fifth-largest city.
  • The city's festivities and cultural performances are designed to evoke a sense of nostalgia and cultural familiarity among the APEC leaders and attendees.

Statistics:

  • Over 520,000 views on the Prime Minister's social media post within seven hours of being uploaded.
  • 7,815 likes and 3,674 reposts on the social media post.
  • 1,105 quotes on the social media post.
  • Gyeongju is South Korea's fifth-largest city.
  • 20th anniversary of BigBang, a prominent Korean boy band.

Sources:

BERNAMA News Agency

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