Red Velvet's "Cosmic" Music Video Teaser Goes Viral In South Korea, Earns Explosive Reactions

Red Velvet has once again captivated the public’s attention with their latest teaser for the music video of “Cosmic,” the lead track from their much-awaited mini-album.

The teaser, released only yesterday, has rapidly gained traction, becoming a hot topic among their fans and Korean netizens on community sites as well.

The visually stunning teaser sets an enchanting scene reminiscent of the picturesque yet unsettling atmosphere seen in the movie Midsommar.

red velvet, cosmic (2024) / midsommar, ari aster (2019) pic.twitter.com/fiTkhXBf9w

— 🎬 (@cinemakpop) June 22, 2024

True to their reputation, the SM Entertainment gem blends fairytale elements with dark and eerie themes, creating a unique and captivating aesthetic. This creative approach, intertwining beauty with horror, has drawn widespread intrigue and acclaim.

red velvet teaser1 — | *@rvsmtown/X (formerly known as Twitter)*

red velvet teaser — | *@rvsmtown/X (formerly known as Twitter)*

Fans and netizens alike have flocked to social media and online forums to share their excitement and thoughts on the teaser. A post on Pann, a popular Korean online community, discussing the teaser has gone viral, amassing over 65,500 views. The buzz around the teaser reflects Red Velvet’s ability to consistently deliver visually and conceptually engaging content.

Red Velvet 레드벨벳 'Cosmic' MV Teaserhttps://t.co/ofWjxoGNN4

💫 2024.06.24 6PM KST

💿 Pre-Save & Add & Orderhttps://t.co/rBZYNtQPd7 #레드벨벳 #RedVelvet #코스믹 #Cosmic #RedVelvet_Cosmic #Cosmic_Love pic.twitter.com/rIoPPPSXUy

— Red Velvet (@RVsmtown) June 22, 2024

The group’s innovative take on a well-known narrative has not only stirred the curiosity of their existing fanbase but also attracted new followers who are now eagerly anticipating the full release.

“Be sure to check out Red Velvet’s new song ‘Cosmic’ dropping at 6 PM on June 24, 2024! ~❤️”
“It’s insane!”
“The teaser is mind-blowing.”
“Isn’t Midsommar that horror movie where they bring in outsiders to use them as sacrifices? It’s pretty brutal and nauseating, but they’re going with it because the traditional outfits are pretty?”
“I became a fan of theirs after seeing the teaser.”

Through Cosmic, Red Velvet retain their firm grip on the prestigious “Concept Queens” title — not only in SM Entertainment but the whole of K-Pop. You can watch the full music video teaser below: