The strong demand reflects the K-pop group’s immense popularity and the eagerness of fans to secure seats. A reseller on StubHub was offering a VIP ticket by the stage for the show on Dec 20, a Sunday, at $8,896 – 23 times the original price.
However, the resale activity has sparked frustration among concertgoers who were unable to purchase tickets at official prices. Industry observers noted that ticket scalping remains a challenge for major entertainment events despite efforts by organisers and ticketing platforms to curb profiteering and unauthorised resales.
