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“The Contact” Eliminated in Fierce Semi-Final showdown, “Motif” advances to “Street Woman Fighter” Finals
The highly anticipated semi-final of Mnet’s “street Woman Fighter” delivered a dramatic conclusion last night, as the formidable crew “The Contact” was narrowly defeated by “Motif” in a grueling five-round battle. This heartbreaking loss means “The Contact” will not be advancing to the final championship.
Despite a strong showing throughout the season, “The Contact” fell short in the global public evaluation of the dance film mission, securing second place with 2.43 million views. They were just shy of the top spot, which was claimed by “Osaka Ojo Gang” with 2.58 million views, a difference of approximately 150,000 views.
For their semi-final performance, “The Contact” embraced the “collapsed Queen” concept, a choice that Honey Jay, a key member, explained was driven by a desire to select a theme and music that would best showcase the members’ strengths. Their performance, set against the dramatic backdrop of the colosseum, left a powerful impression. Even amidst challenging conditions, including heavy rain that caused some slips during filming, the crew demonstrated remarkable professionalism, pushing through to deliver a compelling piece.
The overall semi-final results saw “age Squad” emerge victorious, clinching first place with a total of 1200 points and securing their direct path to the finals.”Osaka Ojo Gang” followed in second place, also earning a spot in the finals. “The Contact” secured third place with 800 points, marking the end of their journey in the competition.
The members of “The contact” reacted to the results with quiet resilience. Monica acknowledged the difficult outcome, stating, “It was so divided. I accepted the situation calmly.” Honey Jay expressed a determined outlook, saying, “I think this is the last [chance], and I will definitely overcome it.”
The elimination battle between “The Contact” and “Motif” was an intense affair, spanning five rounds and featuring standout dancers like Popping, Kite, and Lia Kim. The initial group battle saw “Motif” dominate with a 5-0 victory. However, “The Contact” fought back in the duet battle, with Honey Jay and Rihei securing a 5-0 win to balance the score.
The third round, a one-on-one battle, saw Lip J of “The contact” narrowly defeat a “Motif” dancer with a 3-2 score. The momentum shifted again in the fourth round duet battle, where Lip J and Aiki’s pairing was overcome by “Motif’s” Nisha and Bella duo. This forced a decisive fifth round. In the final confrontation, Rihei of “The Contact” faced off against a “Motif” dancer, a battle that choreographer Mike Song described as showcasing an exceptionally high level of performance from both individuals.
Throughout the season, “the Contact” had consistently impressed, solidifying their reputation as a leading dance crew in Korea.Aiki’s unique charisma and performance style,Honey Jay’s steady leadership,and the crew’s cohesive teamwork were consistently highlighted as strengths.
While “The Contact” may not have reached the finals, their participation in “World of Street Woman Fighter” showcased the immense talent and power of Korean dance crews on a global stage, leaving a lasting impression on viewers. The final championship will now see “Age Squad,” “Osaka Ojo gang,” and “Motif” compete for the ultimate title.
Mnet’s “World of Street Woman Fighter” airs every Tuesday at 10 PM.
