Mar 21 • 07:58 UTC 🇰🇷 Korea Hankyoreh (KR)

BTS concert surrounded by urban traffic controls and wedding guests being transported by police buses... ARMYs ask 'Where should we go?'

Due to extensive traffic controls for a BTS concert, wedding guests in Seoul were transported by police buses, raising complaints from attendees and bystanders alike.

On the afternoon of the 21st, as BTS prepared for their comeback concert, an unusual scene unfolded in downtown Seoul where police buses were carrying wedding guests to their venue amid extensive traffic restrictions. The concert led to a total lockdown of the urban area, resulting in mixed feelings among those trying to navigate the city. One attendee, Baek A-mu, expressed both amusement and frustration, highlighting the challenges faced by families with children as they tried to attend the wedding despite the chaos.

The high level of public safety management during the BTS concert resulted in unprecedented restrictions affecting regular city affairs. Various citizens with plans in the city shared their inconveniences, with foreign fans also seen struggling to manage their way through the large crowds. Key subway stations such as Gwanghwamun and Cheonggyecheon were closed off to all travelers starting at 3 PM, forcing pedestrians to go through security checks at multiple entry points, reinforcing the extent of the security measures in place.

The wedding that took place amidst these challenges witnessed guests showing their invites for entry and altering their schedules to comply with the new restrictions. The event, initially set for noon, faced time adjustments, with attendees expressing their concerns, particularly over the increase in traffic and crowdedness. Some participants mentioned that without the transportation provided by police, navigating the area would have been even more challenging due to the burgeoning crowds, prompting fears of accidents. Those working nearby also experienced disruptions, reinforcing the widespread impact of the BTS concert on daily life in Seoul.

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