K-Pop's BTS rocks out in ultra-conservative Saudi

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The Saudi capital burst into life with the cheers of young fans of Korean pop group BTS as they performed in the kingdom seeking to transform its ultra-conservative image.

The seven members of the wildly popular K-pop band were sweating it out as they danced and sang Friday night in front of thousands of Saudis and expatriates in Riyadh's 70,000-capacity King Fahd International Stadium.

But others criticized BTS for performing in the kingdom due to its oft-criticized human rights record and targeting of dissidents and homosexuals. As Saudi Arabia boosts its entertainment offering, its record has put off some artists, including rapper Nicki Minaj, who pulled out of the Jeddah World Fest in July, citing human rights concerns.

"This concert means a lot to me," said Mohammed, who had the green Saudi flag tied around his shoulders.

 

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