President Lee and First Lady Join 'Random Play Dance' with K-pop Fans in Mexico

Surprise Visit to Over 150 K-pop Fans
Applause for BSS and BTS Performances
"Become Dancers Who Bring Happiness to Others"

President Lee Jae-myung and First Lady Kim Hye-kyung, who are on a state visit to Mexico, made a surprise visit to a 'Random Play Dance' event attended by around 150 local K-pop fans on the 25th (local time), engaging directly with fans of K-culture.

President Lee Jae-myung and First Lady Kim Hye-kyung are greeting participants by making heart signs at the Random Play Dance event held on the 25th (local time) at the World Trade Center (WTC) in Mexico City. 2026.9.26 Yonhap News Photo by Yonhap News

Seong Gihong, Senior Presidential Secretary for Public Affairs, announced at a press center set up in Mexico City that President Lee and the First Lady visited the '2026 Mexico K-Expo' held at the World Trade Center (WTC) in Mexico City, where they met with local dance teams and K-pop fans.

President Lee encouraged the participants, saying, "I am truly delighted to meet all of you who love K-pop. I hope you will become dancers and singers who bring happiness to others through K-pop." First Lady Kim also expressed appreciation for the fervor of local fans, stating, "I heard that when BTS visited Mexico last May, everyone was surprised by your passionate cheers and enthusiasm."

President Lee Jae-myung and First Lady Kim Hye-kyung are taking commemorative photos with participants at the Random Play Dance event held at the World Trade Center (WTC) in Mexico City on the 25th (local time). 2026.9.26 Yonhap News Agency

Following the emcee’s guidance, the President and First Lady pressed the music play button, and songs such as "Jeans" and "Fighting!" by Seventeen’s unit group BSS, as well as BTS’s "Dynamite," were played in succession. Participants showcased their choreography to the music, and the presidential couple responded with applause and encouragement.

After the performances, they took group photos with the participants and shook hands with each individual, offering words of encouragement. Senior Secretary Seong explained, "It was an occasion that showcased both the power of K-culture, which captivates people around the world, and the genuine love for K-pop among local fans."

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