Concern and Response During Stray Kids Concert in Peru
On April 10, 2024, a recent dominATE concert featuring K-pop group Stray Kids took an unexpected turn in Peru when a fan collapsed amidst the excitement of the performance. The incident prompted the group to halt the show so they could address the emergency situation.
As the concert unfolded, a fan positioned near the front fainted after being jostled by fellow concertgoers. Bang Chan, the leader of Stray Kids, immediately recognized the severity of the situation and took proactive steps to ensure the fan received urgent medical attention.
He urged the crowd to allow space for the incoming medical personnel and encouraged attendees to step back, letting the fainted fan get some air. Once he confirmed that the fan was under the care of medical staff, he took a moment to address the audience, emphasizing the need for a safe and supportive concert environment.
Audience Reaction and Group’s Frustration
Despite Bang Chan and Hyunjin’s requests for calm, many in the audience reacted with loud cheers and excitement, seemingly ignoring the situation at hand. This lack of response reportedly frustrated the group members, who were concerned for the well-being of the fallen fan.
Witnesses captured the moment when Bang Chan firmly warned the audience that the concert would not continue unless they complied with safety requests. The situation escalated to the point where Stray Kids left the stage temporarily as fans continued to ignore their pleas for calm.
In the aftermath, concert attendees took to social media to express their appreciation for Stray Kids’ actions and criticized the inappropriate behavior exhibited by some fans, describing it as “embarrassing.” Supporters praised the professionalism and genuine concern shown by the group while simultaneously voicing their disappointment over how some in the crowd reacted.
“This is so embarrassing..”
Notably, fans remarked that Hyunjin was the first member to exit the stage, suggesting the seriousness of the situation, given his typically calm demeanor.
“Hyunjin never shows off frustration (for whatever reasons) when he’s on stage but today. Speaks how serious the situations were because they already stepped up to control the crowd,”a fan wrote.
“Now why are they screaming like that??? they’re literally trying to keep people safe; why can’t they stop for 2 minutes???”another fan noted.
Community Concern and Fans’ Perspectives
Many fans took the opportunity to criticize the audience’s reckless behavior and their apparent lack of concern for the fellow concertgoer. Comments reflected a sense of dismay at the crowd’s lack of cooperation, especially during a moment of crisis.
“A lot of people were in danger, not only the girl who fainted. They paused because they kept pushing and didn’t step back (I was there). I hated it. Stray Kids looked so worried and people weren’t collaborating. But I’m glad it got better after the pause. I preferred to get out of there,”a fan noted.
“Everyone screaming as they ask for the crowd to be organized likeeee some people are just bird brained like this is an emergency for someone,”another fan said.
“I really appreciate Hyunjin’s assertiveness to prevent the situation from escalating further. He might usually not be the one to talk much, but when the situation reaches a level of importance, he steps up. And of course, Chan tried his very best as always; they all handled it well,”another fan added.
A Glimpse into Stray Kids’ Future Performances
Moving forward, Stray Kids are gearing up for their ongoing dominATE world tour, with numerous exciting performances slated for April 2025. Here’s a quick look at their upcoming concert dates and venues:
April 2025: Latin America
- April 1: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – Estadio Nilton Santos
- April 5: São Paulo, Brazil – Estadio Morumbis
- April 9: Lima, Peru – Estadio San Marcos
- April 12: Mexico City, Mexico – Estadio GNP Seguros
May 2025: North America
- May 24: Seattle, WA, USA – T-Mobile Park
- May 28: San Francisco, CA, USA – Oracle Park
- May 31: Los Angeles, CA, USA – SoFi Stadium
June 2025: North America
- June 6: Arlington, TX, USA – Globe Life Field
- June 10: Atlanta, GA, USA – Truist Park
- June 14: Orlando, FL, USA – Camping World Stadium
- June 18: New York, NY, USA – Citi Field
- June 23: Washington, D.C., USA – Nationals Park
- June 26: Chicago, IL, USA – Wrigley Field
- June 29: Toronto, ON, Canada – Rogers Centre
July 2025: Europe
- July 11: Amsterdam, Netherlands – Johan Cruijff Arena
- July 15: Frankfurt, Germany – Deutsche Bank Park
- July 18-19: London, UK – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
- July 22: Madrid, Spain – Riyadh Air Metropolitano
- July 26-27: Paris, France – Stade de France
Fans can purchase tickets for these highly anticipated events through reputable platforms such as Ticketmaster and Vivid Seats. It is advisable for fans to keep an eye on official channels and authorized sellers for the latest updates regarding ticket availability and sale dates.