BTS Asks Lima Fans to Shun Hotel Before 10 October Show

BTS, the popular South Korean music group, has requested Lima fans to avoid gathering outside their hotel before their final concert on October 10th. In an on-stage statement on Friday, RM, the group's leader, emphasized that such actions, including flying drones and using lasers, are unacceptable. He noted that similar issues occur globally, in Europe, Asia, and the United States, and has previously asked fans to stay away from hotels throughout the tour.

The band is making their debut in Peru on their ARIRANG World Tour. With seven members, including RM (Kim Nam-joon), Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook, they have planned three concerts in Peru. Authorities had anticipated a large turnout, especially from teenagers, at Estadio San Marcos for the three shows. RM's message on stage, translated from Spanish, expressed love for the Peruvian fans and clarified that the band has no animosity towards them.

The issue arose after a drone show, viewed as a tribute, took place on October 8th over the Costa Verde, drawing the BTS logo and members' outlines with 150 drones. This led to crowds congregating at the JW Marriott hotel, where the band was staying, causing noise and traffic disturbances. The Barranco district council claimed the event lacked a municipal permit, as the organizer, Fanista Flit Perú, had failed to apply for one, despite the drone flights being cleared by the Ministry of Transport.

Despite some fan groups standing by the band, the incident has raised security concerns, highlighting the need for responsible fan behavior during the band's concerts.