BLACKPINK in your area—finally, for real.
At the first shout of the group’s name, the entire city of Goyang lit up. As the opening beats of their brand-new track “JUMP” pulsed through the stadium—blending Western vibes with EDM—the crowd of BLINKs leapt to their feet, forgetting the sweltering 30°c heat in an instant.
The long-awaited return of K-pop’s premier girl group was more than just a concert—it was a moment. BLACKPINK met with 78,000 fans over two days (5th-6th) at Goyang Sports Complex Main Stadium for their new world tour “DEADLINE.” This marked their first full-group performance in 1 year and 10 months since their 2022-2023 “BORN PINK” world tour, which drew 1.8 million fans. The concert, featuring their new song “JUMP” released after 2 years and 8 months, serves as the starting point for BLACKPINK’s world tour.
But while the performances dazzled, some fans left feeling blindsided—literally.
A number of concertgoers voiced frustration over blocked views at the venue. Fans seated in certain sections reported that massive screen structures completely obstructed their view of the stage. The main issue centered around Section N3, which wasn’t sold as a restricted-view area. Seats here were priced at 132,000 KRW (approx. 97 USD)—not the cheaper 99,000 KRW limited-view tickets.
In response, YG Entertainment issued an official apology regarding the controversy over the obstructed-view seats. The company explained that they will be taking follow-up measures for those who had difficulty viewing the concert, with more details to be provided through the ticketing platform.
One attendee pointed out they “missed most of the special effects like fireworks and drones,” adding that while the ticket site did warn of “possible sightline obstructions,” fans insist the entire stage was blocked in reality and are now demanding refunds. As outrage spreads, some fans are reportedly preparing to file formal complaints with the Korea Consumer Agency.
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