IVE Beat Jisoo to Take First Place on ‘Inkigayo’, Encore Omitted as they Commemorate Late Moonbin in Black Attire

On the April fourth week broadcast of SBS’s “Inkigayo” on the 23rd, Jisoo’s “Flower,” IVE’s “Kitsch,” and IVE’s “I AM” were nominated for first place. IVE’s “I AM” won the honor of first place, while “Kitsch” won the first week of April and Jisoo’s “Flower” won the second week of April.

IVE expressed their gratitude, “We are grateful to DIVE for always giving us this honorable award. We will continue to work hard as IVE.”

A tribute to ASTRO’s Moonbin, who passed away on the 19th, was also held during the show. MC Kim Ji-eun, NCT Doyoung, and other groups such as First Love, Tempest, DRIPPIN, IVE, Hwang Woo-lim, Park Ji-hoon, and Lee Ki-kwang wore black clothes and conveyed their condolences.

At the end of the broadcast, MC Kim Ji-eun and Doyoung also expressed their condolences. Kim Ji-eun said, “It’s really sad and heartbreaking news. It’s a pity that Moonbin has left us.” Doyoung said, “It’s hard to believe that someone who always gave us a bright smile and energy has passed away. I will always remember his shining and passionate performance on stage. May he rest in peace.“

On this day, Lee Ki-kwang, DRIPPIN, Tempest, ALICE, Park Hyun-seo, Hwang Woo-lim, Yebinna, and IVE made their comeback performances. Lee Ki-kwang showed a sensual atmosphere with “Predator,” while DRIPPIN showed off their deadly charm with “SEVEN SINS.”

First place nominee IVE performed both “Kitsch” and “I AM.” The stages of Park Ji-hoon, Lee Chae-yeon, Kep1er, and Yeeun also caught the attention of viewers.

Meanwhile, the lineup for “Inkigayo” included ONEW, DRIPPIN, DreamNote, Park Ji-hoon, Park Hyun-seo, IVE, ALICE, Yebinna, Yeeun, Lee Ki-kwang, Lee Chae-yeon, First Love, Kep1er, Tempest, and Hwang Woo-lim.