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The name "Emergency Challenge" is pronounced like the English words: "ee-MUR-jen-see CHAL-inj."

The Emergency Challenge is a dance challenge that first gained popularity in Thailand in 2023 and subsequently spread globally through social media. In Korea, it gained significant popularity throughout 2024 and 2025, spreading rapidly, especially after Red Velvet's Joy reinterpreted and showcased the challenge in a video that became a huge sensation. Numerous celebrities and creators, both domestic and international, such as IVE's Jang Won-young, actress Jung Ga-eun, singer Mina, and YouTubers Enjoy Couple, participated, solidifying its status as a global challenge.

The Emergency Challenge is a dance challenge performed to Giorgio Prezioso's "Emergency 911" or the song "Emergency" by Thai DJ Jon Ray. This song is known to be a remixed version of "Dr. Beat," originally released by Gloria Estefan in 1984. The lyrics involve shouting "Emergency," meaning an urgent situation, and "looking for Dr. Beat." This is interpreted as "calling for the beat because the energy is low and it's an emergency, meaning to liven things up." It's a "quick-response" trend characterized by performing given missions within a short time or showing witty reactions in urgent situations. It features creative dance moves set to rhythmic and addictive music.

While this challenge gained particular popularity among the younger generation, its widespread participation by numerous domestic and international stars, creators, and the general public led to its expansion as a meme enjoyed by all age groups. Videos show people of various ages, from elementary school students to university students, and even those in their 50s, taking on the challenge.

The Emergency Challenge is primarily used by filming and sharing videos of people dancing to the music on social media platforms.

• Famous idols like Red Velvet's Joy and IVE's Jang Won-young participated in the challenge, creating a big buzz among fans.
• Celebrities from various fields, including actress Jung Ga-eun, singer Mina, and YouTubers Enjoy Couple, also received enthusiastic responses through their challenge videos.
• It is utilized in various ways, such as having dance battles with friends at school or creating witty skits based on the "emergency situation" concept.