JENNIE Makes ComplexCon History as First Female Solo Headliner — Debuts Dracula Live

BLACKPINK's JENNIE has once again proven why she is regarded as one of the most commanding performers in global pop music. Taking the stage as the headliner at ComplexCon Hong Kong on March 22, Jennie delivered a powerhouse 10-song set that not only electrified the sold-out crowd at AsiaWorld-Expo but also made history — she became the first female solo artist to headline a ComplexCon event anywhere in the world.

The performance was Jennie's first solo headlining stage in Hong Kong, and anticipation had been building since tickets for her session sold out almost immediately after her headliner slot was announced earlier this year. By the time she stepped onto the stage, the energy inside the venue was nothing short of explosive.

A Setlist Built for Domination

Jennie opened the show with Mantra, the track that has become her signature concert opener with its driving beat and hypnotic choreography. From there, she tore through a meticulously crafted setlist that showcased both the breadth and depth of her solo catalog: Love Hangover, with the IE (way up), start a war, Seoul City, ExtraL, and Handlebars followed in rapid succession, each song receiving roaring responses from the packed house.

But the moment that sent social media into overdrive came midway through the set — the first-ever live performance of Dracula (JENNIE Remix), her reinterpretation of Tame Impala's psychedelic hit. The track, which had been teased on her social media channels but never performed live, drew gasps and then thunderous applause from the Hong Kong crowd. BLINKs and casual attendees alike captured the moment on their phones, and clips of the performance began trending on Twitter/X within minutes.

The set reached its peak with Damn right before closing with like JENNIE, the solo single that recently earned RIAA Platinum certification in the United States — a milestone that underscores her growing dominance in the American market.

Festival Queen Status Confirmed

The Festival Queen moniker that Korean media has bestowed upon Jennie is not mere marketing — it is a title backed by a growing list of headline festival appearances that few K-pop soloists can match. Her ComplexCon Hong Kong set added another entry to a resume that is increasingly global in scope.

What set the Hong Kong performance apart was Jennie's sheer stage command. According to fan accounts and media reports, she controlled the crowd with the ease of a veteran arena headliner, mixing high-energy choreography with moments of intimate audience interaction. Her backup dancers, clad in contrasting black and white outfits, created visually striking formations that amplified the cinematic quality of each track.

Korean outlet TenAsia reported that Jennie also unveiled the Dracula performance for the first time at this event, noting that the reinterpretation demonstrated her artistic range beyond the typical K-pop performance format. StarNews highlighted that BLINKs erupted in cheers the moment the familiar psychedelic guitar riff of the Tame Impala original began playing, with Jennie delivering her reimagined version with a darker, more theatrical energy.

ComplexCon Hong Kong 2026 in Context

ComplexCon, originally born in the United States as a celebration of streetwear, hip-hop, and youth culture, has expanded into Asia with its Hong Kong edition. The 2026 event took place at AsiaWorld-Expo over the weekend of March 21 and 22, bringing together music, fashion, and cultural programming under one roof.

Jennie was one of two headliners for the weekend. American rapper Yeat headlined the March 21 session as his first-ever performance in Asia, while Jennie closed out the festival on March 22. South Korean R and B artist Crush and legendary K-hip-hop figure Jay Park also performed, but it was Jennie's set that dominated post-event social media conversation.

The positioning of Jennie as the closing night headliner — in a festival that has historically leaned toward hip-hop and streetwear culture — speaks volumes about her crossover appeal. She is no longer simply a K-pop star performing at an international event. She is a global headliner who happens to come from K-pop, and the distinction matters.

What Comes Next

Jennie's festival calendar for 2026 is far from finished. She is confirmed to appear at The Governors Ball Music Festival in New York and Mad Cool Festival in Spain, two of the most prestigious music festivals in the Western hemisphere. These bookings place her alongside the biggest names in global pop, rock, and hip-hop — further evidence that her solo career under OA Entertainment (ODDATELIER) is operating at a scale that transcends genre boundaries.

With the RIAA Platinum certification for like JENNIE, the historic ComplexCon headline, and a world tour schedule that spans three continents, Jennie is building a 2026 that may well be remembered as the year she fully transitioned from K-pop superstar to global music icon. And if her Hong Kong performance is any indication, that transition is already complete.