BTS 해외공연서 촬영하다 제지당한 팬 “신체수색은 인권침해”

Several BTS fans were denied permission to film during the group's overseas concert tours, claiming they were subjected to excessive body searches, personal information verification, and confiscated belongings. One fan posted on SNS about the issue, stating they experienced over-the-top responses and human rights violations across multiple concert venues.

The fan acknowledged that their actions might violate regulations but argued that the extensive checks and searches went too far, including the examination of personal hygiene items and limitations on movement, despite not resisting or causing any problems. The fan also reported being asked to unlock their phone, check their electronic wallet app, and provide identification such as their passport, hotel key card, and credit card.

This issue was not isolated to specific venues or individuals, according to the fan, prompting the collection of similar cases to raise concerns. They stated that there is no justification for the excessive verification of a fan's personal information or confiscation of personal belongings. The fan requested a minimum level of respect and common sense treatment as a fan.

They also translated their statement into English and posted it. The agency responded by acknowledging the situation but stated that the concert is organized by local entities, and without identifying the specific venue, it is difficult to determine the exact circumstances. This incident is not the first time the issue of excessive security measures at K-pop concerts has arisen.

In 2023, a domestic fan of a group signed to HYBE Labelz questioned the process of verifying recording equipment, leading to excessive searches of female fans, which resulted in an apology from the company and the adoption of a non-contact security search process. The same year, a similar incident occurred in Paris, France, where camera possession was surrounded by allegations of aggressive detainment and excessive searching of fans, leading to a controversy.

In 2025, JYP Entertainment's DAY SIX band fan meeting requested excessive personal documents, such as family relationship proofs and life records, for identity verification, which sparked controversy, and the company subsequently apologized.