NCT 127 concert 2022 in Jakarta faced multiple issues and eventually stopped after multiple fans fainted at the scene. Check out the following complete report for what really happened behind the chaos of NCT 127 Jakarta concert.
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NCT 127 Jakarta Concert 2022 Stopped Midway After Multiple Fans Fainting Issues
It has only been a week since the Itaewon crowd crush accident, and NCT 127 almost had to witness a similar tragedy during their 2022 concert in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Local media stated on November 4 that metro police had to stop NCT 127 concert at the Indonesian Convention Exhibition BSD, Tangerang – Banten, located near Jakarta. It happened after 30 people reportedly fainted at the scene. According to the report, they decided to stop the concert midway for the safety of the audience.
“The police stopped the concert at 9.20 PM (local time) for the sake of the people’s safety.”
Indonesian Police Commissioner.
we are so sorry, NCT 127
— fr (@caffericano00) November 4, 2022
we are so sorry, NCT 127
we are so sorry, NCT 127
we are so sorry, NCT 127
we are so sorry, NCT 127
we are so sorry, NCT 127#SAYSORRYFORNCT127#TheLinkinJKT@NCTsmtown_127 pic.twitter.com/XvoxCMHCNT
What REALLY Happened: A Crowd Crush Issues
On the day of the concert, fans’ excitement was beyond expectations as many flocked to the venue in Jakarta. Previously, the concert tickets immediately sold out, and they even had to add a second schedule specially for Jakarta fans.
Most concerts in Indonesia usually have two types of seating arrangements. And NCT’s was no different. The first are the places where the audience can sit comfortably while watching the concert. However, this location usually has quite a distance from the stage.
The second type is where fans can enjoy a much closer look at the idols. They can get a full close-up experience near the stage where the artists perform. However, it requires the fans to stand up during the whole show.
On the day of the Jakarta concert, chaos started happening after NCT 127 performed their song “Paradise”. All the 9 members walk around the stage while throwing signed balls for the fans. And that was when people at the back of the standing crowd began moving toward the stage. As a result, these people pushed the people in front, causing them to get crushed between the crowds.
Members of NCT 127 immediately noticed what happened and stopped their performance. They gently asked the fans to take steps back because the people at the front were experiencing difficulties.
The panic in his eyes… he's really worried. I'm so sorry, bun.☹️#SAYSORRYFORNCT127pic.twitter.com/huDTRQYKlT
— Gracey saw DREAM and WayV!??? (@dowibaek) November 4, 2022
Still, all their efforts seemed to go in vain because the police eventually stopped the concert before it concluded. They decided to do it after more than 30 people reportedly fainted due to the crowd crush.
the confusion and disappointment on their faces, it really hurts my heart ???????
— Love ◡̎ (@lovelies88) November 4, 2022
we are so sorry, NCT 127#SAYSORRYFORNCT127#TheLinkinJKT@NCTsmtown_127
pic.twitter.com/Tv4pUfLdNS
The disappointment on their faces?You all know that they are still in mouring period bcs of the itaewon tragedy and you have just given them the closest picture of the tragedy, right in front of their eyes#SAYSORRYFORNCT127#TheLinkinJKT@NCTsmtown_127
— Love ◡̎ (@lovelies88) November 4, 2022
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Fans Were Unwilling to Take Step Back, Resulting in People Fainting at NCT 127 Concert in Jakarta
Furthermore, local media reported a fan’s testimony of the experience they felt during the crowd crush issues at NCT 127 Jakarta concert.
According to the anonymous testimony, they had received warnings before the concert started that some fans would push their way when members of NCT 127 walked closer to them. Therefore, while the audience was already crowded even before the accident, the situation got worse after fans at the back started pushing their way toward the front of the stage.
“It was already crowded from the start. I feel like being crushed between people. I could not move at all because the people at the back started pushing towards the front. Even when people told them to step back, they kept on pushing.”
a fan’s testimony to the local media.
? stay safe nctzen
— PATUHI RULES (@nctzenbase) November 4, 2022
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In a fan’s video of the scene, some people insisted on getting the signed balls even when they knew that others had fallen down because of their movement. This action brought huge concerns and issues to both fans and the NCT 127 members.
tandain mba-mba ini, malu-maluin aja.
— ayaaaw (@markbasreng) November 4, 2022
we are so sorry, NCT 127
we are so sorry, NCT 127
we are so sorry, NCT 127
we are so sorry, NCT 127
we are so sorry, NCT 127
we are so sorry, NCT 127#SAYSORRYFORNCT127#TheLinkinJKT@NCTsmtown_127
cr.hyungieo pic.twitter.com/P7QkEdMSDD
It was when the police noticed that paramedics had to carry over 30 fainted fans from the venue that they stopped the whole NCT 127 Jakarta concert.
“We stopped the concert after more people fainted during the incident. This was caused by people pushing each other, trying to get closer to the stage. As a result, at least 30 people fainted at the scene.”
Indonesian Police Commissioner.
Rumors of SM Entertainment Possibly Putting Indonesia on Blacklist for Upcoming NCT 127 Concert Schedules
After what happened at the crowd crush issues at NCT 127 Jakarta concert, rumors circulated between fans that SM Entertainment could possibly blacklist Indonesia from all upcoming NCT concert schedule.
“Got info that they will skip Indonesia in all upcoming NCT units’ schedules. This is the last warning from SM Entertainment staff.”
anonymous message.
YOU GUYS IS SO CRAZYYY #SAYSORRYFORNCT127 pic.twitter.com/pGWHhd1PzN
— belbel (@bkanwibuk) November 4, 2022
“Insider’s info states that NCT 127 members no longer want to continue the concert. SM Entertainment staffs are watching and if they see more people crowding tonight, they will cancel tomorrow’s concert.
They feel humiliated because the police had to force stop the concert.”
a fan’s testimony.
This rumor caused Indonesian fans to start a trending hashtag #SAYSORRYFORNCT127, and apologize to SM Entertainment for what happened at the NCT 127 Jakarta concert.
hello NCT 127..
— realistripcy_ (@istrinyaceyeeee) November 4, 2022
We, Indonesian fans, apologize profusely for today's incident that caused the concert to be disbanded because fans could not be conducive, we appreciate your hard work.
Sorry for the SM entertainment staff, I hope this doesn't happen again.#SAYSORRYFORNCT127
hello NCT 127..
— Bunnymyeon (@Evilmaknae891) November 4, 2022
We, Indonesian fans, apologize profusely for today's incident that caused the concert to be disbanded because fans could not be conducive, we appreciate your hard work.
Sorry for the SM entertainment staff, I hope this doesn't happen again .#SAYSORRYFORNCT127 pic.twitter.com/0s33VhpSKi
MORE Issues: FALSE Bomb Threat
In addition to the crowd crush incident, NCT 127 concert in Jakarta also faced more issues before it began.
On the day of the concert, a handwritten letter emerged with a possible bomb threat for NCT 127 and SEVENTEEN concert venue. Indonesian police immediately dispatched personnel and tracking dogs to handle the situation.
[RT] A bomb threat was made through a written letter at the BSD ICE in Jakarta where NCT 127 will hold their concert.
— For JOHNNY SUH ? (@THESUHPROJECT) November 4, 2022
Thankfully, the authorities are doing their best to handle the situation. Please be vigilant of your surroundings, and take care of yourself, Indonesian Johfam! https://t.co/TRlsm4HCoP
content of letter: there's someone who got forced (by unknown organization) to bring bomb to nct and svt concert. there's so much bomb like TNT and TAPT. the clue of bomber is there's 3 cars and 11 people. the bomber asked for help.
— •᷄ ɞ•᷅ (@frfrieslovers) November 4, 2022
this raw translate, corrert me if im wrong pic.twitter.com/cszB0kDKTX
Finally, the bomb threat proved to be false, and the concert went on as normal. At least until before the crowd crush incident happened.
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