A letter highlighting the need for extra performances for the youth has been sent to the Korean government.
BTS's global tour continues to draw more fans and encourage cultural exchange.
[TV Daily Reporter Kim Ji-ha] Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has officially requested the Korean government to arrange for additional concerts by BTS. According to the Spanish daily El País on January 26th, President Sheinbaum sent a letter to the government expressing the desire for extra performances to cater to the youth in Mexico. Although BTS is scheduled to perform in Mexico City this May, there is a staggering demand for tickets—around 1 million fans want to attend, yet only 150,000 tickets will be made available. Consequently, the Mexican government has been in discussions with the concert organizers for additional show dates, but no definite response has been received yet.
The request for additional BTS concerts highlights the global appeal and necessity of nurturing fan culture beyond Asia and North America. In Mexico, the popularity of the group is at an unprecedented level, as fans are reaffirming their status as cultural icons rather than just musical performers. This concert represents a potential platform for cultural exchange rather than a mere musical event.
BTS has solidified its position as artists who transcend music by delivering social messages through their global tours. Their efforts extend beyond chart performance as they communicate with fans, ensuring their voices resonate with a broader audience. This approach is positively influencing the music industry, attracting new fan demographics worldwide.
The Mexican government's request can be seen as a reflection of the fans' needs. The active engagement of the ARMY fandom, culminating in a governmental petition, signifies their significant influence, illustrating BTS's impact extending beyond the fandom into broader societal contexts.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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