CORTIS is facing mounting criticism after comments made during a livestream following the opening show of their first world tour sparked widespread debate among Korean netizens.
The rookie group’s inaugural world tour concert had already drawn mixed reactions from fans. Many attendees criticized the performance for lasting only about one hour and 40 minutes, featuring repeated songs in the setlist, and lacking costume changes or special stages. While some fans defended the group by pointing to its relatively small discography, others argued that the overall production did not justify the ticket price.
After the concert, the members held a livestream to reflect on the event. During the broadcast, member Martin shared his thoughts on the audience’s response.
“When we give everything we have on stage but don’t see enough cheering or fan chants from the audience, we honestly feel a little disappointed.”
Instead of receiving support, Martin’s remarks quickly spread across Korean online communities, where many users criticized the group’s perspective.
One widely shared post argued that performers should focus on delivering an enjoyable experience rather than expecting paying audiences to provide emotional validation. The author emphasized that fans invest both money and time to attend concerts, making it the artists’ responsibility to ensure the performance meets expectations.
The discussion quickly gained traction, with many netizens expressing disappointment over what they viewed as the group’s attitude.
Some commented that CORTIS appeared to be “getting ahead of themselves too early,” arguing that the members should first concentrate on improving their performances before expressing dissatisfaction with audience reactions.
Others pointed out that concerts are a paid service, comparing the situation to other forms of entertainment such as musicals, films, and theater productions. They argued that if customers are unhappy with the product they purchased, the responsibility lies with the provider rather than the audience.
Several users also referenced previous controversies involving the group, suggesting that the members should have addressed other issues such as recent criticism over arriving late at the airport instead of discussing fan participation during the livestream.
Many fans further noted that rookie groups are typically expected to impress audiences through energetic performances and enthusiasm. According to these commenters, CORTIS’ remarks gave the impression that the group was expecting recognition before fully earning it.
Others criticized what they described as a lack of professionalism, saying that artists should prioritize satisfying concertgoers rather than questioning why fans were not cheering more enthusiastically.
The livestream has intensified the controversy surrounding CORTIS’ first world tour concert. Rather than easing concerns, many viewers felt the members’ comments shifted responsibility onto the audience instead of acknowledging the criticisms already raised about the concert itself.
Sources: Pann
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