CORTIS' first-ever concert sparks backlash over repetitive setlist and show duration

The K-pop boyband's concert prompted debate as some fans criticised the setlist while others defended the rookie group

CORTIS' first-ever concert has sparked mixed reactions online, with fans debating the structure of the performance rather than the South Korean boy band's stage presence.

According to reports, attendees praised the group's live performances but questioned the show's pacing, setlist and overall duration.

The five-member BigHit Music group launched its debut world tour, PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN, with two performances at INSPIRE Arena in Incheon, South Korea, on July 18 and 19.

The concert lasted approximately one hour and 40 minutes and featured songs including "REDRED" and "YOUNGCREATORCREW".

Much of the criticism focused on the encore, where several tracks, including "REDRED", "YOUNGCREATORCREW" and "Mention Me", were performed again instead of introducing additional songs. Some attendees felt the setlist was too limited for a headline concert.

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One fan wrote, "CORTIS worked so hard for this tour but were failed by their own team, boring fits with no encore outfits repeating the same songs 3 times one remix we’ve heard many times no dance break no additional NOTHING … im not surprised if people got bored."

Another commented, "Giving CORTIS bland outfits with no new dance break is company thinking good giving good for nothing still keep audience entertain. This isn't something I except and everyone should give their opinion so the company do better next time."

However, many supporters defended the rookie group, pointing out that CORTIS debuted less than a year ago and currently has a limited catalogue of music.

One fan wrote, "Peace and love to all of coertwt but some of yall really can't be upset about repeat songs on this tour cause CORTIS def only has 12 1/2 songs out right now this tour is basically an upgraded showcase more than anything."

CORTIS' world tour will continue across South Korea, North America and Japan until September 2026, with upcoming performances scheduled in cities including Toronto, New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seoul and Kanagawa.