BTS fans are expressing huge frustration online after alleged scalper prices for the group’s upcoming concerts in Kaohsiung surfaced even before official ticket sales opened.
According to Taiwanese media reports, BTS’ highly anticipated concerts at Kaohsiung National Stadium will be held on November 19, 21 and 22.
The official ticket price was revealed on May 22, with the most expensive VIP package priced at NT$9,380. Other ticket levels range from NT$2,980 to NT$7,980, with separate accessibility seating options also available.
However, controversy quickly erupted after screenshots of the alleged retailer and “proxy booking” price lists began circulating on Threads and other social media platforms.
The leaked pricing table showed shocking markups for premium seats.
According to circulating posts, front-row VIP seats were offered for up to NT$110,000, more than ten times the official price.
Other lists supposedly included:
- 3-row front VIP seats: NT$87,000
- 5-row front VIP seats: NT$56,000
- Front VIP seats in 10 rows: NT$34,000
- Random VIP seats: NT$27,000
- Ground floor casual seating: NT$20,000
Even regular seating sections reportedly saw price increases of more than NT$5,000 over official fares, with some tickets allegedly doubling in price before public sales even began.
The extreme resale prices immediately sparked anger from ARMYs on social media platforms.
Many fans criticized scalpers for taking advantage of the overwhelming demand surrounding BTS’ comeback while official ticketing had not yet begun.
Some netizens sarcastically joked online: “For NT$110,000, will Kim Taehyung hold me while I sing?”
Others say the situation once again highlights the serious problem of ticket scalping affecting major concerts across Asia.
BTS concerts in Kaohsiung will reportedly use a ticketing system with full real-name verification in an effort to reduce illegal resales.
Pre-sales for the Weverse fan club will begin on June 2, followed by pre-sales for Live Nation Taiwan members on June 3, and general sales on June 4.
As discussions continue to spread online, many fans are calling on organizers to tighten anti-scalping measures before tickets officially go on sale.
Sources: Yahoo News
