BTS concerts in Peru projected to generate $19 mil. in tourism revenue
BTS’s first performances in Peru drew more than 150,000 fans to Lima and are projected to generate about 25.1 billion won ($19 million) in tourism-related economic benefits for the country, according to a forecast by Peru’s tourism ministry. The group’s agency, BigHit Music, said Sunday that roughly 151,500 fans attended the three shows at Estadio San Marcos on Oct. 7, 9 and 10 — part of the…
BTS's first concerts in Peru are expected to bring in a substantial $19 million in tourism revenue, according to a forecast by Peru's tourism ministry. The three shows, part of the band's "Arirang" world tour, attracted approximately 151,500 fans at Estadio San Marcos in Lima on October 7, 9, and 10. This attendance far surpassed the ministry's initial projection of 50,000 visitors.
The Lima concerts marked BTS's first performances in the country since their debut in 2013. During the shows, the members expressed surprise at taking so long to reach Peru. One of the members, V, honored Hangeul Day by donning a T-shirt featuring handwritten messages in Korean - his name, Kim Tae-hyung, and the host city's name.
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