BLACKPINK Performs in Bangkok, 1 Minute of Silence Held Before Opening

The Korean group "BLACKPINK" began their concerts in Bangkok, Thailand—hometown of member Lisa—on the 24th. On the same evening, the local government announced the sad news of Queen Mother Sirikit's passing and declared a period of national mourning. At noon on the 25th, the concert organizer released a statement indicating that the remaining two shows would proceed as scheduled. They called on audience members to wear black or white attire as a sign of mourning, and a minute of silence would be observed before the start of each show.
Fans were initially concerned that the Thai government might reinstate an "entertainment ban," potentially postponing or canceling the remaining BLACKPINK concerts. Most attendees expressed understanding: "If the nation is in mourning, we are willing to wait!" However, the organizer issued an announcement stating that the performances would go on as planned. To pay respects and show reverence to the Queen Mother, they earnestly requested that everyone attending the shows on the 25th and 26th wear black or white clothing and hoped the concerts would maintain a solemn atmosphere amid the audience’s enthusiasm. The performance on the 25th went smoothly; before the opening, the entire venue observed one minute of silence, and the opening VCR was changed from color to black and white.