SM Entertainment and their K-pop group RIIZE is currently under fire for carrying on their concert in Hong Kong despite extreme weather conditions caused by a strong typhoon. Hong Kong experienced the highest level of typhoon warning at signal number 10 as RIIZE was scheduled to perform in the city for their 2025 tour, RIIZING LOUD. The group is now facing backlash for pushing ahead with their show under these dangerous weather conditions. Read on to know more.
RIIZE Faces Backlash For Holding Concert In Hong Kong Despite Severe Typhoon
On July 20, organisers of the venue informed concert attendees that RIIZE would continue to process with their concert and the show would only be rescheduled depending on the circumstances. This announcement sparked intense backlash from local and international fans, especially those traveling from neighboring regions like Macau, Zhuhai, and Shenzhen.
Many fans took to social media to express their disappointment and concern for the safety of the concertgoers. They criticised the organisers and RIIZE’s company, SM Entertainment, for prioritising profits over the safety of the fans. Some pointed out the severity of the typhoon and contemplated government interference.
Most of the public transports were shut down, so many people did not have any transportation to reach RIIZE’s concert venue. To make matters worse, the concert was rumoured to be delayed to 9 pm but was suddenly rescheduled to 5 PM. This caused a lot of chaos and confusion. Fans are now demanding a full refund as they were not able to attend the show due to the typhoon, a situation out of their control.
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Adding to the frustration, the Hong Kong Observatory had issued emergency precautions, advising citizens to stay indoors and avoid all non-essential travel. Despite this, the concert proceeded as planned, with fans feeling helpless in this situation and demanding that the people responsible release a statement.
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