G-Dragon sparks outrage over ₩8.88 million ($6,440) “1% Ticket” for MADLY MEDLEY festival
The upcoming two-day MADLY MEDLEY festival in Incheon has drawn heat for its insanely priced “1% Ticket.” The pass, covering both days in October 2025, costs ₩8.88 million (around $6,440 USD) and promises ultra-exclusive perks.
The dizzying benefits include exclusive entry gates, a lounge near the main stage, stage viewing rights, unlimited drinks, official merchandise, and an afterparty invite.
Fans and netizens exploded online, calling the price “scammy” and questioning if anyone would pay such a steep amount for a festival featuring a mixed lineup.
“Maybe they accidentally added an extra zero?”
“Even if they all sang a serenade to me in the middle of the stage, I don’t think I could pay that price.”
Many speculate G-Dragon is the headliner, given the pattern of repeating 8s in the price—a lucky number in Chinese culture—potentially targeting his international, especially Chinese, fans.
“G-Dragon must be the headliner.”
“If it really is GD, then it’s clearly targeting his Chinese fans… LOL. This is totally scammy.”
However, some see the ticket tier as a blatant money grab with little justification beyond star power.
“Looks like this tier is really for sale? The perks are so intense it feels like they’re hoping at least one person will fall for it.”
MADLY MEDLEY’s final lineup remains unconfirmed. The Korean and international fandoms are watching closely to see if G-Dragon is truly leading the charge — and if anyone takes the bait on this luxury ticket scheme.
