SM Entertainment’s first virtual artist, Nævis, made a surprise appearance at Aespa’s recent concert, stunning fans and creating a buzz in the music industry. The unexpected debut of Nævis during the live performance added a futuristic twist to the event, highlighting SM Entertainment’s innovative approach to entertainment.
SM Entertainment’s Nævis Makes Unexpected Debut at Aespa’s Live Show
SM Entertainment’s first virtual artist, nævis, made a surprise appearance at aespa’s second solo concert, ‘2024 aespa LIVE TOUR – SYNK: PARALLEL LINE,’ held on June 29-30 at Jamsil Indoor Stadium in Seoul. Nævis delivered a captivating performance, drawing significant attention from fans.
During her performance, nævis showcased a mysterious and enchanting stage presence, befitting her role as the first virtual artist from SM and a key character in aespa’s universe.
The information comes from the Information Technology (IT) Industry! SM will introduce virtual idol ‘NÆVIS’ for the first time in the first quarter of next year. NÆVIS was created at the virtual artist and IP production center dedicated to the planning and production of SM’s…
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Director Shim Jae-won and media artist Lee Ki-taek explained, “Using anamorphic 3D techniques, we utilized the wide screen on stage to create a three-dimensional performance that traverses the digital world and the real world.”
In aespa’s universe, nævis is a supporting character who helps the members by opening the P.O.S (Port of Soul), which connects the FLAT world, the REAL WORLD, and KWANGYA. As a solo artist under SM’s Virtual IP Center, nævis is set to debut in the third quarter of this year, sparking further curiosity.
Additionally, nævis participated in the featured track “Welcome To MY World” from aespa’s third mini-album “MY WORLD,” revealing her voice and heightening interest in her future activities.
