ENHYPEN delivered a triumphant performance at Coachella 2025’s second weekend on April 19, shutting down allegations of an “empty crowd” from their first weekend set with a vibrant, packed audience and electrifying live vocals. The K-pop sensation, known for their dynamic choreography and genre-spanning discography, proved their global appeal on the Sahara Stage, solidifying their status as a rising force in the music industry.
Following their debut Coachella performance on April 12, ENHYPEN faced online criticism claiming their crowd was sparse, sparking heated debates among K-pop fans. Some netizens posted photos and videos suggesting low attendance, with one X user stating:
“Enhyphen’s Coachella crowd, never seen somewhere so empty 😭😭😭😭😭pic.twitter.com/VDcTGTfUPo”
However, fans swiftly countered these claims, sharing evidence of a substantial audience. One attendee posted:
“Another photo of Enhypen’s crowd at Coachella. Time stamp 8:28pm, a few minutes before they went on. Literally as far as I could see, there were a sea of people. pic.twitter.com/ohNdwy99X6”
The controversy escalated into a fanwar, particularly with BLACKPINK fans, as comparisons arose over live-stream viewership. Reports noted ENHYPEN’s performance garnered 400,000 peak concurrent viewers, ranking third behind BLACKPINK’s 2023 set (2.96 million) and Beyoncé’s 2018 performance (458,000).
ENHYPEN’s second weekend performance on April 19 put all doubts to rest. The group delivered a 45-minute set, performing over 10 songs, including hits like Drunk-Dazed, Bite Me, Blessed-Cursed, and Blockbuster, all while singing live with minimal pauses. Fans praised their vocal stability and endurance, with posts on X highlighting individual members’ standout moments:
“JAY SERVING VOCALS AND VISUAL, AND THE FIT PLUS THE HAIR DOWN ??!!! 😭#ENHYPEN_JAY #JAYatCOACHELLA #ENCHELLA pic.twitter.com/jDnoMRP3Ks” — 𝒆𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒚. (@jayhoonsgf) April 20, 2025
“OMG THIS HEESEUNG MOONSTRUCK CLIMAX PART THE WAY HE CHANGED SOME OF THOSE NOTES, CRAZYY HIS VOCALS! #ENHYPEN #ENCHELLA #Coachella2025 pic.twitter.com/IyFKLTOcVx” — Fir (@heeseungcokr) April 20, 2025
“When beauty meets vocals, you get Sunghoon. Pure perfection ✨🤩#ENCHELLA #ENHYPEN #SUNGHOON #COACHELLA2025 pic.twitter.com/leOpPV5Hjh” — SUNGHOON GLOBAL (@PSHGlobalTeam) April 20, 2025
The crowd’s energy was undeniable, with fans noting its size and enthusiasm before ENHYPEN even took the stage:
“WOAAAAH, CROWD??? SO FUCCCINGG LOUD!!!! LET’S GO ENCHELLA #ENCHELLA #ENHYPEN #COACHELLA2025 pic.twitter.com/NDDEbo0OlZ” — ruby 🐈⬛ | jaypril (@jayjongalaxy) April 20, 2025
Strategic camerawork during the livestream showcased the expansive audience, dispelling earlier allegations. Fans speculated the camera angles were intentional, with one X user commenting:
“Cameraman knows what he’s doing. Gonna show the full crowd just in case ppl start making things up again lmao 🤣 #ENCHELLA #ENHYPEN #COACHELLA2025 pic.twitter.com/DpoaxiuyU9” — mara ❣️ (@flickerpsh2) April 20, 2025
Another fan noted the increased attendance, attributing it to the buzz from the first weekend:
“notice how their crowd is even bigger this week.. everyone heard how good their set was and had to check it out #ENCHELLA #COACHELLA2025 #ENHYPEN pic.twitter.com/SU3GHw1Elq” — ً (@WONFAlRY) April 20, 2025
ENHYPEN, formed in 2020 through I-Land, consists of Heeseung, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo, Jungwon, and Ni-Ki. Their rapid rise includes headlining Tokyo Dome within three years and hitting No. 2 on the Billboard 200 with Romance: Untold (2024). Their Coachella debut, supported by a full band and 12 dancers, featured custom Prada denim outfits, reinforcing their fashion influence.
The performance also drew attention from peers, with BLACKPINK’s Lisa spotted dancing to XO (Only If You Say Yes) during the first weekend. To quell fan tensions, Lisa and ENHYPEN posted joint content, promoting unity. One X user praised:
“Lisa does NOT gaf about y’all’s fan wars; grow up, losers.”
ENHYPEN’s Coachella stint coincided with major announcements, including a June 5, 2025, comeback with their sixth mini-album and the Walk the Line World Tour, with U.S. and European dates. Their English single Loose, released April 4, 2025, topped charts, setting the stage for their festival debut.
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Fans celebrated ENHYPEN’s ability to overcome criticism, with one X post declaring:
“OH CROWDPEN. BEATING THE NO CROWD ALLEGATIONS REAL BAD. THEY WILL ALWAYS STAY RELEVANT WHETHER YOU LIKE IT OR NOT. #ENCHELLA #ENHYPEN #Coachella2025 pic.twitter.com/3PPaHvFQRb” — ri ✩彡 (@ni_kischeeks) April 20, 2025
The group’s leader, Jungwon, had expressed confidence pre-festival, telling Soompi:
“Although this will be our first time at Coachella, I believe we can do well and truly enjoy performing at the festival, thanks to our extensive stage experience.”
ENHYPEN’s Coachella 2025 performances marked a historic milestone, showcasing their vocal prowess and fanbase strength. The latest update confirms their second weekend set drew a larger, louder crowd, cementing their global impact.
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CREDITS: X(formerly twitter)
