Camila Mendes listened to the song "Crazy" by LE SSERAFIM before walking the red carpet at the Idiotka premiere in New York City [1].
The moment highlights the growing global influence of K-pop within Western celebrity culture and the specific trend of using high-energy music for pre-event preparation.
Footage from the event showed Mendes engaging with the track as she prepared to enter the venue [1]. The choice of music aligns with a broader social media movement where fans have advocated for the track's use in high-pressure environments. A petition currently exists to have "Crazy" played before every red carpet event to set the mood for arriving stars [1].
LE SSERAFIM has seen a surge in international visibility, and the inclusion of their music in the pre-show rituals of U.S. actors underscores this reach. The Idiotka premiere served as the backdrop for this intersection of K-pop and Hollywood glamour [1].
While red carpet preparations often involve quiet meditation or specific playlists, the public nature of this musical choice connects the actress to a specific fan-driven campaign [1]. The trend emphasizes how digital petitions and fan requests can translate into real-world celebrity habits, creating a bridge between K-pop stans and mainstream cinema events.
“Camila Mendes listened to the song "Crazy" by LE SSERAFIM before walking the red carpet”
This incident illustrates the 'soft power' of K-pop, where specific songs become cultural shorthand for confidence and energy. By aligning with a fan-led petition, the moment demonstrates how niche internet trends can influence the behavior and public image of A-list celebrities during major industry events.
