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Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Authorities confiscate G-Dragon and BLACKPINK's 2500 concert tickets from reselling racket's base
A big ticket-reselling racket has been busted in Taiwan as people involved in it profited from massive demand for G-Dragon 's Übermensch World Tour . Not just that, it was found out that they were also hoarding the concert tickets of Blackpink and reselling them at huge markups. Here's a detailed report According to Pinkvilla, Taiwan's criminal police department arrested four individuals. The arrests were made in connection to the illegal resale of tickets. The G-Dragon concerts were hosted at the Taipei Arena from July 11 to 13. 2500 tickets confiscated The report further stated that cops raided the group base from where they operated on July 15. They had received a tip-off, after which the action was taken. Reportedly, the authorities found illegal items in massive quantities, including over 2500 exchange codes and printed tickets to Blackpink and G-Dragon's concerts. Not just that, the authorities also seized approximately KRW 7.7 million (164,000 USD) in cash. It didn't stop there, as the officials also found 500 tickets for Blackpink's Kaohsiung concert scheduled for October. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo From the look of it, it was clear that the racketeers had made big plans for the upcoming concerts. How did the group operate? The group used AI bots and fake IDs to resell G-Dragon's concert tickets at a price 10 times higher than the original cost. One of the four members arrested, identified as Mr. Liu, worked with a Hong Kong-based engineer who used a bot and ID generator to swamp online platforms and purchase tickets in bulk. Entry passes, originally priced at 30,000 KRW, were being sold at 460,000 KRW. In the meantime, VIP tickets that were originally priced at 8,980 TWD (420,000 KRW) were sold for as high as 55,000 TWD (2.58 million KRW). Liu's team even made documents to bypass Taiwan's real-name ticketing policy. G-Dragon Surprises Fans With Heartfelt Coffee Truck, Uplifting Slogans & Special Gifts The report further stated that the officials believe that the same group might be connected to the scam that happened in March 2023. At that time, the tickets to Blackpink's tour that were originally priced at 410000 KRW were being sold at up to 18.78 million KRW.
Pink Villa
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
G-Dragon and BLACKPINK's 2,500 concert tickets seized from scalping ring base, know what happened
A large-scale ticket scalping ring has been busted in Taiwan after illegally profiting from the high demand for G-Dragon's Übermensch World Tour. The group also hoarded tickets for BLACKPINK's upcoming concert, selling them at eye-watering markups. According to reports from Taiwanese outlets on July 23, Taiwan's Criminal Police Department confirmed the arrest of four individuals. Among them was a man identified as Mr. Liu. The arrests are linked to illegal ticket resales for G-Dragon 's concerts held at the Taipei Arena from July 11 to 13. 2,500 G-Dragon and BLACKPINK tickets seized Following a tip-off, authorities raided the group's base of operations on July 15, discovering massive quantities of illicit materials. These included over 2,500 exchange codes and printed tickets for G-Dragon and BLACKPINK concerts. Authorities also found 5.4 million TWD (approximately KRW 7.7 million or 164,000 USD) in cash. Officials also confiscated 500 tickets for BLACKPINK 's Kaohsiung concert scheduled for October. It suggests the ring had already set its sights on future high-profile events. Scalping syndicate used bots, fake IDs to resell G-Dragon tickets at 10x prices Investigations revealed the scalping operation went far beyond simple resales. Mr. Liu is reportedly in his 40s. He allegedly worked with a Hong Kong-based engineer who used a ticketing bot and ID generator to flood online platforms and secure bulk purchases. Each ticket cost Liu a commission of 2,000–3,000 TWD (approx. 90,000–140,000 KRW), in addition to the face value. These tickets were then resold at inflated prices. Entry passes originally worth 800 TWD (around 30,000 KRW) were listed for 9,800 TWD (460,000 KRW). Meanwhile VIP tickets costing 8,980 TWD ( 420,000 KRW) were flipped for as much as 55,000 TWD (2.58 million KRW). Liu's team even created fake identification documents to bypass Taiwan's real-name ticketing policy. They station collaborators in hotels near the venues to facilitate transactions and verification on-site. BLACKPINK 2023 ticket scandal traced to same group Authorities believe the same group may be linked to a separate scandal that erupted in March 2023. At the time, BLACKPINK's tour tickets, originally priced at 410,000 KRW, were found being scalped for up to 18.78 million KRW, nearly 45 times the original cost. This case reignites concerns over unchecked ticket scalping in Asia's live entertainment industry. The issue is especially alarming as K-pop concerts continue to see skyrocketing demand.
Pink Villa
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
G-Dragon's side reveals reason for Übermensch Bangkok concert cancellation after intense fan backlash
G-Dragon's August 2 Bangkok concert Bangkok was called off with an official notice by the concert organizer AEG Presents Asia on July 10. The development came just two days after fans' protests over G-Dragon's agency's misdemeanor towards both the artist and his fans. Following fan flak regarding the Übermensch show cancellation, on July 11, the label shared the reason for the same, as reported by K-media outlet My Daily. Fan protests leading to G-Dragon's Bangkok show of Übermensch World Tour being canceled Previously, the reason for the cancellation of the Bangkok Übermensch concert was speculated to be the growing discontent of fans regarding the agency, Galaxy Corporation's alleged mismanagement of G-Dragon 's schedule. Fans sent protest trucks to the agency over claims that the concert organizers for long hours of delay in show start, unofficial entities selling show tickets, the agency's CEO having too media exposure and more. However, the real reason for the Bangkok show being called off, was something completely different, as per the latest notice. G-Dragon's agency shares why Bangkok Übermensch concert was cancelled As per Galaxy Corporation's latest notice, "The cancellation of this [Bangkok] concert was a measure taken due to the characteristics of the Rajamangala National Stadium, an outdoor concert venue, amidst a series of patients suffering from heatstroke due to the unusual and record-breaking heat waves." They explained, "This decision was made with the health and safety of fans as the top priority." They further mentioned that the alternative concert time and venue will also be announced later. However, that will be done by "taking into account the heat waves and rainy season and considering safety [of the artist and audience]." They apologized for the inconveniences that the ticket buyers might have to face. "The artist and his agency are doing their best to deliver a performance that will live up to your expectations, and are preparing to make that moment a special time that you will remember for a long time," they stated. The agency, thus, cited unfavorable weather as the basis of their decision, and avoided commenting on the mismanagement allegations.
Pink Villa
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Why is G-Dragon's Übermensch Bangkok concert canceled? Know all about fan protest against poor management
G-Dragon is currently in the midst of his Übermensch World Tour and Bangkok was supposed to be his next stop. Ahead of that, on July 8 fans sent a protest truck to his agency Galaxy Corporation, citing their grievances against poor management. This led to the upcoming August 2nd show getting cancelled. The unfortunate news was shared by the concert organizer, AEG Presents Asia on Thursday, July 10. G-Dragon's Bangkok show of Übermensch World Tour has been canceled due to "unforeseen circumstances" G-Dragon 's Bangkok Übermensch concert, which was scheduled to be held at Rajamangala National Stadium has been cancelled. The concert organizers sent a notice stating, "We are deeply regretful to share that, due to unforeseen circumstances, G-DRAGON 2025 WORLD TOUR [Übermensch] IN BANGKOK—originally scheduled for August 2nd—has been cancelled." They have not mentioned anything regarding the rescheduling of the show, leading to disappointment among fans who had been looking forward to seeing the BIGBANG member live in Thailand. Although the reason for cancellation was not mentioned, as per fans, it was resultant of the ongoing dissatisfaction and protest against the agency. Why did fans protest against G-Dragon's agency Galaxy Corporation? Fans cited mismanagement, lack of artist protection and increasing mistrust between fans and the company as the cause for their protest. As per them, the concert organizers poorly planned the overseas schedule of the tour. One particular instance that led to the accusation was the 73-minute delay in the March 29 Korea concert. Another grievance included the sale of tickets through unofficial ticketing sites. Other allegations included lack of legal protection for the artist against malicious rumors and excessive media exposure of Galaxy Corporation CEO Choi Yong Ho. They blamed the company for 'prioritizing corporate branding over the artist himself.' Fan demands to G-Dragon's agency, Galaxy Corporation Their demands included taking consistent and clear legal action against false rumors regarding G-Dragon. They wanted official fan club members and local fans to be given fair ticketing opportunities and priority access to events. As per them, tour schedules should be planned carefully, considering both the demands of the audience and the well-being of the artist. Lastly, they demanded keeping the CEO's profile low and separating corporate identity from artist promotion.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Star-Studded Events Take Over AsiaWorld-Expo
60 Public Events Ignite Summer Charm HONG KONG, May 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As a world-class exhibition and event venue, AsiaWorld-Expo continues to deliver spectacular and distinctive events under its core strategy, "Explore All in AWE" aiming to provide diverse EXPOtainment experiences for local and Greater Bay Area audiences. Last weekend, the popular Korean girl group BABYMONSTER made their Hong Kong debut with a stunning performance, leaving fans exhilarated and craving more! From June to September, AWE will host 60 cross-disciplinary public events spanning music, sports, technology, and education. Leveraging its strategic location near the airport and the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, AsiaWorld-Expo has emerged as a hotspot, attracting large numbers of visitors from mainland China and abroad. This influx significantly boosts tourism and benefits the hotel, retail, and dining sectors. Kings and Queens Return to AWE, a Diverse Array of Artists Dominate Summer Schedule From June to September, the music extravaganza will reach new heights with 35 concerts featuring a diverse lineup of artists from both East and West, creating an unprecedented density of performances. On some evenings, multiple concerts will even take place simultaneously. AWE's summer schedule promises to ignite the passion of loyal music fans, devoted star-chasers, and trendsetters who love diverse music genres. In June, Japanese diva Ayumi Hamasaki will return to Hong Kong for her first solo concert since 2008. After 17 years, her enduring affection for the AWE stage will captivate fans with her timeless charm. July will see the heat intensify with the "McDonald's Hong Kong 50th Anniversary I'm lovin' it Music Concert," featuring a stellar lineup including Eason Chan, Nicholas Tse, Joey Yung, Hins Cheung, Softhard, and MIRROR, promising an unforgettable spectacle. In August, BIGBANG's G-Dragon will make a highly anticipated return with his "Übermensch World Tour," concluding its first leg in Hong Kong, set to captivate the city. Other highlights include Korean star Taeyeon, LE SSERAFIM, STAYC, RIIZE, &TEAM, Japanese-Korean acts NiziU, British duo HONNE, Chinese artists WeiBird and Zhang Bichen, and local talents Juno Mak, MIRROR's members Alton, Anson Kong, Frankie, and Lokman, and Jeremy Lee, among others, taking the AWE stage. These events will deliver Hong Kong's vibrant energy, Japanese flair, Korean wave charm, and British sophistication, allowing fans to experience a global music culture without leaving the city. All-Round Stage for Passion and Energy Beyond music, AWE is also a hub for sports and innovation. Following last year's success with 28,000 attendees, the Hong Kong Fitness & Wellness Expo, alongside the world's largest indoor fitness competition, HYROX, will return from 26 to 27 July. The FIRST® LEGO® League will provide a platform for young students to showcase technology and creativity, integrating STEAM elements for participants to shine. Meanwhile, the BOC Youth Development Programme All Primary School Fencing Competition - BOC Cup and Junior Open Fencing Championships will spotlight young athletes pursuing their dreams. Dual Auto Shows Propel Mobility, Football Summit Fuels Possibility This summer, AWE caters to car enthusiasts and football fans with tailored events. The inaugural International Automotive & Supply Chain Expo (Hong Kong), running from June 12 to 15, will showcase technological breakthroughs in the global automotive industry, featuring top vehicle brands including FAW Group, Hongqi, GAC Group, Geely Auto, BYD Auto, Chery Auto, SAIC Motor, Dongfeng Motor and CHANGAN Automobile, covering a wide range of models. A Low-altitude Economy Zone will feature leading aerospace vehicle brands, including XPeng Motor, Geely Auto and GOVY highlighting eVTOL and related aerospace vehicle technologies. Interactive zones will offer virtual eVTOL test drives and test flights, immersing car enthusiasts in the future of mobility. In September, the World Football Summit (WFS) will have its first-ever edition in Hong Kong. With over 10,000 expected attendees and more than 100 exhibitors, this landmark edition will gather the most influential stakeholders and decision-makers across the global football ecosystem. From club presidents and CEOs of leading sports brands to players, coaches, and tech executives, WFS Hong Kong offers a unique platform for high-impact networking, strategic visibility, and business development. Diverse Public Exhibitions Draw GBA Visitors and Delight Families AWE's diverse public exhibitions are a major draw for local and Greater Bay Area visitors, especially those arriving via the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge and Tuen Mun-Chek Lap Kok Link. Spanning culture, shopping, and education, these events provide perfect outings for families and friends while promoting both economic growth and cultural exchange. The annual Hong Kong Brands & Products Shopping Festival combines shopping, food, and entertainment, encouraging local spending. Building on the great success of past editions, this four-day event is expected to attract over 60,000 visitors and to generate some HK$60 million in sales revenue, making it a hallmark of economic and social success. The Art China Hong Kong will China's intangible cultural heritage and its rich traditional cultural elements. The (GBA) Hong Kong Through-Train Schools Expo will provide comprehensive education information and resources, tailored for local, mainland, and overseas parents. In addition to the exciting events already announced, more highly anticipated experiences are coming soon. Stay updated by visiting the AsiaWorld-Expo website: From music extravaganzas to sports competitions, cultural heritage to family-friendly fun, AWE's summer lineup caters to diverse interests, reinforcing Hong Kong's status as a hub for culture, entertainment, and commerce while offering fresh experiences for local and Greater Bay Area visitors. List of Large-Scale Events at AsiaWorld-Expo in Jun - Sep ７Jun TAEYEON CONCERT – The TENSE in HONG KONG 12 - 15 Jun 2025 International Automotive & Supply Chain Expo (Hong Kong) 14 Jun ayumi hamasaki ASIA TOUR 2025 A I am ayu - 21 Jun Juno Mak Presents – The Album : In the Name of a Father. 21 Jun 2025 NiziU FAN-CON ｰNiziUniverseｰ in Hong Kong 22 Jun 2025 WeiBird "Good Morning, Good Afternoon and Good Night" Concert in Hong Kong 28 Jun FWD Insurance Presents: 《Manifest | W.T.F. Live 2025》 28 Jun Diamond Zhang 2025 Symphony Live Concert Hong Kong 28 - 29 Jun BOC Youth Development Programme All Primary School Fencing Competition - BOC Cup 28 - 29 Jun 2025 WILD WILD THE HONG KONG TOUR 4 - 6 Jul (GBA) Hong Kong Through-Train Schools Expo 4 Jul FWD Insurance Presents: Jeremy Lee Rise In Love Live 2025 5 Jul McDonald's Hong Kong 50th Anniversary i'm lovin' it Music Concert 5 Jul DAESUNG 2025 ASIA TOUR: D's WAVE IN HONG KONG 9 Jul 2025 Jay Park World Tour [Serenades & Body Rolls] In Hong Kong 19 Jul 2025 RIIZE CONCERT TOUR [RIIZING LOUD] IN HONG KONG 19 Jul 2025 HYERI FANMEETING TOUR IN HONG KONG 25 - 26 Jul 2025 LE SSERAFIM TOUR 'EASY CRAZY HOT' 26 Jul 2025 &TEAM CONCERT TOUR 'AWAKEN THE BLOODLINE' IN HONG KONG 26 - 27 Jul FIRST® LEGO® League Hong Kong 26 - 27 Jul Hong Kong Fitness & Wellness Expo 2025 29 Jul HONNE - The Ouch Tour - Hong Kong 1 – 3 Aug Art China Hong Kong 1 - 4 Aug The 5th Hong Kong Brands and Products Shopping Festival 2 Aug SNH48 GROUP 12th Annual Audition & Ceremony 3 - 8 Aug WYF Future Economics Leadership Summit 2025 9 Aug 2025 STAYC TOUR [STAY TUNED] in HONG KONG 9 - 10 Aug 'Übermensch' G-Dragon 2025 World Tour 16 - 17 Aug Junior Open Fencing Championships 16 Aug 2025 KAI SOLO CONCERT TOUR IN HONG KONG 3 – 4 Sep World Football Summit Asia 9 Sep Travis Japan World Tour 2025 VIIsual in Hong Kong 27 – 28 Sep 2025 BAEKHYUN WORLD TOUR [Reverie] IN HONG KONG Download hi-res photos: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE AsiaWorld-Expo
