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Choi Yena Captivates 'Waterbomb Busan' with Unique Concept and Energy
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Choi Yena Captivates 'Waterbomb Busan' with Unique Concept and Energy

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Singer Choi Yena captivated audiences at 'Waterbomb Busan 2026' with a unique concept and energetic performance.
  • She performed a series of hit songs, including 'Catchy', 'Nemo Nemo', and 'Smiley', engaging the crowd with water cannons and audience interaction.
  • Yena is preparing for her encore solo concert in Seoul and has been active as a solo artist since 2022, known for her distinctive concepts.

Singer Choi Yena emerged as a new icon at 'Waterbomb Busan 2026', held on June 8th at Lotte World Adventure Busan. Dressed in a full-body bodysuit reminiscent of an animation character, Yena commanded the stage with her unique styling, charming personality, and solid live performance.

She delivered a string of hits, including 'Catchy', 'Nemo Nemo', 'Good Morning', '364', 'Lxxk 2 U', and 'Smiley', energizing the audience with her refreshing performance. For her encore, she sang 'WithOrWithOut', prompting a massive singalong. The combination of water cannons and active audience engagement amplified the festival's vibrant atmosphere, with her continuous performance maximizing the summer festival's refreshing feel.

Yena is set to conclude her Asian tour with her encore solo concert, 'The Otherworld: The Movie, Starting from Nemo, Just Out of Reach', on June 22nd and 23rd at Jangchung Gymnasium in Seoul. Debuting with IZ*ONE in 2018, she has been a solo artist since 2022, releasing popular songs like 'Catchy', 'Nemo Nemo', and 'Smiley'. Her consistent delivery of unique concepts has even coined the term 'Yena Core'.

She performed a series of hit songs, including 'Catchy', 'Nemo Nemo', and 'Smiley', energizing the audience with her refreshing performance.

Describing Yena's performance at Waterbomb Busan.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.