Concerns are growing in the entertainment industry over the uncertain status of year-end concerts and events. Many are calling it the worst crisis to hit the entertainment industry at the end of the year and the beginning of the new year.
Events canceled nationwide
According to exclusive reports, major entertainment agencies have started notifying their artists to cancel scheduled appearances starting December 4th. The emergency messages cited the challenges of holding local festivals or events under martial law. An industry insider said: “It is impossible to predict what might happen if an event takes place during martial law,” underscoring the decision to cancel all plans. Events and festivals organized by the local government are also expected to be cancelled.
Private events at risk
The biggest problem concerns privately organized events such as concerts, fan meetings and other activities planned by entertainment companies. Industry players are on high alert, as there is no recent precedent to guide their response: the last declaration of martial law in South Korea dates back to 1980.
An entertainment company representative commented: “We are closely monitoring the situation in real time. This is an unprecedented crisis for us.”
Industry on maximum alert
Major entertainment agencies are reportedly operating emergency response teams to address this situation, which could have far-reaching impacts on the industry. The status of year-end performance and upcoming activities remains uncertain as companies race to assess and respond to the evolving situation.
Source: TenAsia
