BTS Busan Concert Faces Backlash Over Major Issues Before Show Starts
BTS is facing backlash after their Busan concert was delayed due to major entry issues before the show even started.
The ARIRANG tour included two shows in Busan, with the first scheduled to begin at 7 PM KST. However, as the start time approached, thousands of fans were still stuck waiting outside the venue.
Videos shared by fans showed long lines and chaotic scenes just minutes before the concert was set to begin.
“The lines outside are insane at 6:50pm. So stressful. I’m glad I’m in even if I had to walk all the way around the stadium again.” — @PerrineBTS
“There’s a lot of ARMYs outside the stadium right now! Oh god.” — @btschartsxdaily
“I hope we never have another concert here. The management is so poor… 14 min until concert…” — @btscanthrowme
The members of BTS acknowledged the delay during their live stream chat. They revealed they had been ready since 6 PM but were waiting for fans to enter.
” Guys, the delay is insane cutely
I think it’s because there’s a lot of people attending
It’s me Hobi
HobiHobi
No it’s actually V
Sorry Sorry
Guys, it’s me Jimin
I don’t even type like that kekeke
Isn’t it obviously Namjoon hyung?” — @eternalhyyh
“: There’s a bit of delay, sorry
: We are waiting too, hope it starts soon ㅠㅠ” — @yoongiptdass
“BTS: We’re waiting too and I wish we could go soon.
BTS: We had meditation time at 6pm and we’ve been waiting to go up since then” — @ryuminating
Fans blamed poor organization and long lines for the delay, with some expressing frustration over the management.
“Busan organization left much to be desired. First, there was the controversy where they tried to blame BTS, and then they took credit for projects that weren’t even theirs. They had months to prepare and today organization for the concert was terrible. I hope they improve for…” — @btschartsxdaily
“The concert is delayed because many armys are still waiting outside and haven’t entered the venue yet. BTS said they have been ready since 6pm and they are just waiting to get the go signal to be on stage.” — @sugatradamus
“They are joking on the live chat and on Jimin ig comments but ik they are not happy… They apologized multiple times and this is not even their fault, management is being a mess and it’s been an hour…
Hope they are not harsh on themselves and that Busan gets his sht together” — @parkainhoa13
“35 minutes delay… oh I know they are MAD” — @thvchapters
Other fans pointed out additional organizational problems inside the venue.
“This is the worst organisation by staff ive ever seen in my entire life i attended +50 concerts i never saw something like this. You have to do entire round of the venue to go somewhere. After merch pickup ? Cant just exit you have to follow till the inpass at the auxiliary, pick…” — @Loli_Seok
As the situation unfolded, BTS remained patient and communicative with fans, but the concert delay highlighted serious issues with the Busan event’s management. Fans hope the organizers improve for the second show.