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Psy performs during the opening night of his “Soaking Show 2025” at Incheon Asiad Main Stadium on June 28. / Source: Asia Today

Psy launched his highly anticipated “Soaking Show 2025” with a bang at Incheon Asiad Main Stadium on June 28, turning the 30,000-strong crowd into a water-drenched celebration of music, energy, and spectacle.

“More people came this year than in 2023. If we add up the total attendance, it’s a new all-time record,” Psy told the crowd. “I’ve hit another career high after 25 years. Thank you for loving this potbellied father of two.”

Psy’s opening night in Incheon marked the beginning of this summer’s tour, showcasing his 25 years of stage mastery. The performance—packed with water cannons, fireworks, sweat, and smiles—once again proved why Psy is called a “concert craftsman.”

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Rosé (left) and G-Dragon perform on stage as surprise guests during Psy’s “Soaking Show” in Incheon. / Source: Asia Today

He kicked off the show with “Champion” and kept the energy sky-high with hits like “It’s Art,” “Paradise,” and “Right Now.” “The longer you cheer, the longer the encore,” he teased, encouraging nonstop participation. Psy didn’t let up for a moment as jets of water rained down on the crowd.

Adding to the excitement, BLACKPINK’s Rosé made a surprise appearance, joining Psy on “Apartment” and later captivating the crowd with “Toxic Till the End” and “Dance All Night.” G-Dragon also electrified the stage, saying, “I’m back for the first time in 12 years,” before launching into “Power,” “Crayon,” and “Crooked.” Both stars delivered performances that lived up to Psy’s legendary name.

The setlist continued with fan favorites like “Daddy,” “Gentleman,” “Gangnam Style,” and “Entertainer,” along with rock covers such as “Butterfly” and “To You,” plus a medley of idol classics including “Nobody” and “Sorry, Sorry.” The genre-blending show kept the audience fully engaged from start to finish.

Psy praised the crowd’s behavior, noting, “Tonight’s Incheon show had the fewest injuries in history. It was also the safest.” The audience's orderly conduct, even after hours of standing in soaked conditions, stood out as a highlight of the night.

The concert officially ended with “The Last Scene,” but roars from the crowd brought Psy back for an encore. The nearly four-hour show closed with a message: summer belongs to Psy once again, and it all started in Incheon.

Soaking Show 2025 continues with a second night in Incheon on June 29, then travels to Uijeongbu, Daejeon, Gwacheon, Sokcho, Suwon, and other cities across the country for a 16-show, two-month tour.

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A water-filled crowd cheers during Psy’s “Soaking Show 2025” at Incheon Asiad Main Stadium on June 28. / Source: Asia Today