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Mexico president asks South Korea for more BTS concerts

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete January 28, 2026 at 04:07 AM
Mexico president asks South Korea for more BTS concerts
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Due to high demand for BTS's upcoming comeback tour, Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum has appealed to South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung to add more concert dates in Mexico City. The three scheduled shows in May sold out quickly, leaving many fans unable to purchase tickets. Sheinbaum cited BTS's popularity among young Mexicans and the country's significant K-pop streaming numbers as justification for the request. The high demand has also led to scrutiny of Ticketmaster and resale platforms for alleged dynamic pricing and abusive practices, prompting an investigation. While the South Korean presidential office has not commented, the tour is expected to generate over $1 billion in revenue for BTS and their label.

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Reuters 30% Hybe 30% StubHub 40% Spotify 40% Viagogo 40% Lee Jae Myung 50% Ticketmaster ×260% Mexico City 60% South Korea ×370% Mexico ×470% Claudia Sheinbaum ×380% BTS ×8100%

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bts concerts 100% k-pop 80% ticket sales 70% mexico 70% concert tour 60% south korea 60% resale platforms 50% ticketmaster 50% dynamic pricing 40%

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