Jakarta made history as the very first city to host KOSTCON 2025, the highly anticipated Korean OST concert tour. Held on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at Indonesia Arena, Gelora Bung Karno (GBK), the concert brought together nostalgia, love, and excitement on one grand stage.
With a star-studded lineup including Chen (EXO), Heize, Lyn, Kim Bum Soo, K.Will, Soyou, and Lee Mu Jin, the night became a dreamy gathering for thousands of fans who were moved by the songs that once accompanied their favorite K-Dramas.
Here’s a complete rundown of the concert’s best moments, exclusively from TodaystageID.
Lee Mu Jin Charms with Indonesian Phrases and Sweet Vibes
Opening the night with “Ordinary Confession,” Lee Mu Jin delivered a tender and heartfelt performance. The 2000-born singer warmed the crowd with his shy attempt at speaking Indonesian:“Apa kabar? Apa kabar?” he said, blushing as fans cheered.
He even echoed fans yelling “PDKT” (a slang for courtship), creating a humorous and intimate moment. He continued with beautiful renditions of “Rain and You,” “Sweet” (Business Proposal), and “Episode,” accompanied by dreamy pink visuals.
Heize Leads an Emotional Sing-Along with OST Favorites
Heize, known for her melancholic voice, delivered a deeply emotional set that pulled heartstrings. Her setlist included:
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“The Last”
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“Can You See My Heart” (Hotel Del Luna)
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“Hold Me Back” (Queen of Tears)
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Her newest OST “You Are the One” (Tastefully You)
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The touching “Happen”
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And the upbeat “And July”
She interacted sweetly with fans, handing out signed drama albums with handwritten notes and expressing gratitude for letters and flowers from fans.
Soyou Chooses OST Projects After Reading the Scripts
Former SISTAR member Soyou shared that she reads drama scripts before agreeing to sing the soundtrack:“I need to understand the story first so I can sing with the right feeling.”
She performed her latest song “PDA” at the concert and announced her upcoming appearance at Waterbomb Sokcho 2025, marking the return of the “Queen of Summer” to the seasonal festival scene.
Chen (EXO): Grateful and Ready for a Comeback
Chen delivered one of the night’s highlights with stunning vocals and heartfelt messages. His performance included:
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“Everytime” (Descendants of the Sun)
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“Best Luck”
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“Make It Count”
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“Fall in Love Again”
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“Broken Party”
Chen expressed his gratitude for the success of “Everytime” and revealed he’s working on a new album:“I didn’t expect the OST would gain this much love. I’m so grateful, and I can’t wait to share my next songs with you in my next visit.”
K.Will Fulfills Fan Request with “Please Don’t”
K.Will, the king of ballad OSTs, stole hearts with his emotional set. He began with:
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“Love Blossom”
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“All I Have is My Heart”
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“Beautiful Moment” (True Beauty)
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“Talk Love” (Touch Your Heart)
And closed with the fan-favorite “Please Don’t” as requested by the crowd, who lit up the venue with their flashlights and voices.“If those at the back sing loudly, those up front can hear it too,” he joked warmly.
He thanked fans for supporting his 18-year career and expressed his desire to return to Indonesia.
Kim Bum Soo Brings Nostalgia with “I Miss You”
Dubbed Korea’s “King of High Notes,” Kim Bum Soo performed his 2002 classic “I Miss You”, inviting fans to sing and wave their lights.
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“Last Love”
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“Appear”
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“A Love Begins from Confession”
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“Journey”
Wearing a black short-sleeved shirt and glasses, Kim Bum Soo looked effortlessly cool. He expressed his initial worries about whether the audience would know his songs—but they sang along word-for-word.“Love requires courage. If it’s true, we need the courage to pursue it,” he said in a heartfelt message before leaving the stage.
Lyn Closes the Night with Iconic OSTs
Ending the concert in style, Lyn performed some of the most beloved K-drama OSTs, including:
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“My Destiny” (My Love From The Star)
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“Love Story” (The Legend of the Blue Sea)
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And more of her iconic hits that had the crowd singing and reminiscing together.
Her emotional voice and powerful stage presence were the perfect finale to an unforgettable night.
KOSTCON Jakarta 2025: More Than a Concert—A Celebration of Emotions
With a fresh concept, grand production, and an emotional connection to K-drama fans, KOSTCON 2025 proved that OSTs deserve the spotlight as a standalone genre.
Organized by Kelebrity Worldwide, in collaboration with HiFive Entertainment (Malaysia), tmc.id (Indonesia), and KMF (Korea), this historic concert brought music and memories to life.
Were you there? Or wishing you had gone? Don’t worry—KOSTCON is coming soon to cities like Manila, Dubai, Bangkok, and Penang. But for now, let’s cherish Jakarta as the emotional starting point of this remarkable journey.
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