iMe Indonesia, the concert promoter, has officially announced the cancellation of Taeyang’s BIGBANG concert in Jakarta, scheduled for Saturday, January 25, 2025. However, the reason for the cancellation of the concert, which was supposed to be held at Beach City International Stadium (BCIS) in Ancol, North Jakarta, was not provided in detail.
“We regret to inform you that the Taeyang 2025 Tour (The Light Year) in Jakarta, originally scheduled for January 25, 2025, at Beach City International Stadium, has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances,” iMe Indonesia posted on Instagram on Friday, January 10, 2025. The announcement was made 15 days before the event. The promoter had begun ticket sales on Monday, December 9, 2024. “We understand your excitement and anticipation for this event, and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause,” iMe added.
Ticket Refund for Taeyang Concert
In conjunction with the cancellation, the promoter also provided information about ticket refunds for all ticket holders. According to a written statement, refunds will be processed through the official platform, Tiket.com, by filling out an e-refund form that will be sent to the ticket buyer’s email.
Tiket.com will begin sending emails containing the e-refund form on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. The e-refund submission will be available for a maximum of 14 days. Ticket holders can contact Tiket.com’s customer care via email or call center for further information.
“We greatly appreciate your understanding and support during this time, and we look forward to seeing you at future events,” iMe wrote.
Taeyang Fails to Reunite with Fans in Indonesia
The Taeyang 2025 Tour (The Light Year) was his first solo concert after 7 years. Taeyang last visited Indonesia in September 2023 to perform at a music festival at the Lido Music & Arts Center in Bogor, West Java.
Just last week, the promoter shared short videos from Taeyang intended for his fans in Indonesia. In the videos, Taeyang appeared very enthusiastic and excited about returning to meet his fans in Indonesia.
“It’s been a long time since I was last in Jakarta, I really miss all of you. Now, I’m so happy to bring you this news, I will finally come to Jakarta for my solo concert,” Taeyang said in a video uploaded on iMe Indonesia’s Instagram on Monday, December 30, 2024.
In another video, Taeyang mentioned that he had prepared special performances. “I’m preparing a special cover song for each city. Feel free to comment if there’s a song you’d like to hear,” said Taeyang in a video posted on December 23, 2024. He also mentioned his desire to eat fried rice, his favorite dish.
About Taeyang
Taeyang first gained fame as a member of the boy band BIGBANG, which debuted in 2006. He then began his solo career in 2008. Taeyang’s album Hot won Best R&B & Soul Album at the 6th Korean Music Awards. His debut full-length album Solar (2010) topped the Gaon Album Chart, solidifying his status as a solo artist.
Taeyang’s second studio album Rise (2014) achieved significant success, reaching number 112 on the US Billboard 200 and topping the Billboard K-Pop Hot 100 with the lead single “Eyes, Nose, Lips,” which became one of South Korea’s biggest hits in 2014 and won Song of the Year. His third album White Night (2017) debuted at number one on the Billboard World Digital Albums chart and held the top spot for two weeks. Taeyang also released the mini album Down to Earth in 2023, featuring popular songs like “Vibe,” “Shoong!,” and “Seed.”
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