BLACKPINK is facing backlash over “zero-view” seats at their recent concert.
Fans who bought tickets for section N3, 3rd row at the Goyang Sports Stadium on July 5-6, 2025, slammed the seating as completely blocked. Instead of a stage view, they got a giant screen directly in front of them.
One fan tweeted:
“BLACKPINK 콘서트 고양 종합운동장 N3 3열 후기. 후기랄것도 없음 걍 안보임… 불꽃놀이? 드론? 걍 다가려서 위만 빼꼼 보이고 아예안보임”
— @happyshuac
In English:
happyshuac:
“BLACKPINK’s concert. A review of section N3, 3rd row at Goyang Sports Stadium. Actually there’s nothing to review as you absolutely can’t see a thing. They said that it’s possible that your view is restricted because of set-ups. But there’s just zero view. It’s not even like they released these seats on restricted view, but it’s general ticketing, so I’m really mad at that. Fireworks? Drones? Everything was obstructed so I could only see a little bit at the top and nothing else.”
The seats were sold at around ₩130,000 KRW (about $95.40 USD) with no prior clear warnings. Only a vague disclaimer mentioned possible obstructions, but the reality was full visual blockage for a two-hour show.
YG Entertainment apologized on July 7, 2025, after the controversy went viral.
“We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by the restricted stage view from the N3 seats during BLACKPINK’s concert last weekend. A console was installed in front of the N3 section, which unfortunately blocked the view of the stage. To mitigate this, we extended LED screens for the audience in that area. However, despite our intentions, we understand this led to further discomfort. We are currently preparing follow-up measures for those affected and will share detailed guidance via the ticketing platform.”
Fans continue to call for refunds as YG monitors the situation and prepares next steps. The incident has become a hot topic among concertgoers and BLACKPINK fans worldwide.
