BABYMONSTER officially kicked off its WORLD TOUR with its first concert in Seoul, marking a major milestone three years after debut. While each member impressed with their solo stages, Pharita quickly became one of the night’s biggest talking points thanks to her breathtaking visuals and noticeably improved performance.
For her solo stage, Pharita performed a cover of Nicki Minaj’s “Super Bass.” Wearing a sparkling sequin dress and soft pink makeup, the Thai idol drew praise for her flawless appearance under the stage lights.
Close-up fancams highlighted her delicate features, bright complexion, large eyes, and elegant aura, prompting fans to compare her to a “living doll” and a “real-life Disney princess.” Many even called it the best she has looked since debut.
Since her debut, Pharita has been recognized as one of the standout visuals of the fifth-generation K-pop scene. However, this concert saw fans focusing not only on her beauty but also on her stage presence.
In 2024, Pharita faced criticism after some viewers claimed she lacked energy during BABYMONSTER’s fan meetings in Japan. Viral comparison clips led to accusations that her dancing appeared less powerful than her fellow members, although fans defended her by pointing out she completed every choreography move and speculated that health concerns may have limited certain head movements. Her vocals also drew mixed reactions in the past, with some believing her soft, airy tone lacked the power of members like Ahyeon and Rami.
During the current world tour, many fans believe Pharita has shown significant improvement. Her live vocals sound more stable, her breathing control has become stronger, and her dancing appears noticeably more confident and energetic while maintaining her signature graceful style. As a result, her solo performance has been widely viewed as proof of her artistic growth, with many saying she is no longer known solely for her visuals but has developed into a well-rounded performer.
Born in 2005 in Thailand, Pharita Chaikong joined YG Entertainment in late 2020 after passing highly competitive auditions and trained for about two years before debuting with BABYMONSTER. Before becoming an idol, she worked as a child model, showcasing her natural poise from a young age.
Pharita is also known for her close friendship with BLACKPINK’s Lisa. Lisa previously revealed that she took Pharita and fellow Thai member Chiquita out for meals and shopping because she saw her younger self in the trainees. Pharita has often named Lisa as her biggest inspiration for pursuing an idol career.
With both her visuals and performance skills continuing to improve, fans believe Pharita is well on her way to becoming one of BABYMONSTER’s breakout stars.
Sources: K14
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