NCT’s Taeyong apologises for 'bad memories' after K-pop group cuts short concert over fans fainting

Following the abrupt ending of NCT 127's latest concert, the K-pop group's leader, Taeyong, apologised for leaving "bad memories" and expressed worry for the fans' safety.

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To rewind a little, NCT 127's recent Jakarta show was called off due to safety concerns. More than 30 supporters fainted at the site due to excessive crowding and pressing concerns. Because of the recent terrible Itaewon Halloween tragedy, organisers abruptly ended the concert.

After the band played their hit song ‘Touch’, the venue's lights were switched on, and everyone was instructed to move back for a moment, according to a fan at the event. At first, it appeared that the unexpected pause would merely be a little respite. The performance, however, came to an end.

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People in costumes pose for a photo as hundreds continue gathering in a Itaewon district.



People in costumes pose for a photo as hundreds continue gathering in a Itaewon district.
A mass of young people became trapped and crushed as the crowd surged into a narrow alley.




A mass of young people became trapped and crushed as the crowd surged into a narrow alley.
Around 151 dead, mostly in their 20s and 30s, including foreign nationals.
Around 151 dead, mostly in their 20s and 30s, including foreign nationals.
Police launched a 561-member task force. The members of the team were waiting with stretchers to remove bodies.



Police launched a 561-member task force. The members of the team were waiting with stretchers to remove bodies.
26 foreigners from China, Iran, Uzbekistan, and Norway killed in the stampede.
26 foreigners from China, Iran, Uzbekistan, and Norway killed in the stampede.
Police officers inspect the site where the incident took place.



Police officers inspect the site where the incident took place.
A man bows to pay tribute to the victims near the scene of the deadly accident.



A man bows to pay tribute to the victims near the scene of the deadly accident.
South Korean national flags fly at half-mast at the government complex in Seoul.



South Korean national flags fly at half-mast at the government complex in Seoul.
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol visited the sites, placed white flowers and deeply bowed to show respect.





South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol visited the sites, placed white flowers and deeply bowed to show respect.



The problem developed around the concert's standing section, where people stood rather than being assigned seats. As a result, a group of supporters began surging forward, which resulted in around 30 people fainting, prompting the event to be cut short halfway through.

What is the overall consensus among fans?

Many fans were outraged by the decision, some breaking down in tears, while others backed them and showed their love for NCT 127.

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What did NCT’s Taeyong say?

Following the event, Taeyong took to Bubble and apologised for the concert's premature finish. In a message to the fans, Taeyong said "There are a lot of people that came to make great memories with us, but I'm sorry we produced unpleasant memories," he said.


FAQs


Who is Lee-Yong?
Lee Tae-Yong, better known by his stage name Taeyong, is a South Korean rapper, singer, composer, and dancer.

What exactly is NCT 127?
NCT 127 is the first and second part of the South Korean band NCT, which SM Entertainment handles.
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