BTS are set to kick off the first of three concert nights at Estádio do MorumBIS in São Paulo as part of their ARIRANG World Tour. The shows mark BTS’s return to вяαzιℓ with all seven members after seven years, following their last performance in the country in 2019. With all three shows reportedly sold out, the concerts are expected to attract more than 250,000 fans and generate a significant economic impact for the city.
The excitement surrounding the concerts was already evident early on October 28. According to photos and reports shared by fans on social media, particularly X, long lines of ARMY had gathered around the stadium, waiting for the gates to open. Despite the rain, many remained patiently in place with raincoats and umbrellas, demonstrating just how eagerly fans had been anticipating the group’s return.
However, overwhelming excitement can sometimes lead to inappropriate behavior from certain fans who fail to respect others. As more people flocked to the stadium, reports of pushing, line-cutting, and disorder outside the venue began circulating on social media. These incidents raised concerns among many ARMY about potential disruptions to event operations, particularly in the lead-up to the soundcheck.
In its update on the first concert day (D1), вяαzιℓian fanbase @BTSChartBR reported considerable chaos outside the stadium, with large numbers of people gathering at the same time. The account also highlighted incidents of pushing and line-cutting, which put fans who had arrived early at a disadvantage. The situation reportedly became more organized once attendees entered the venue, where staff were on hand to direct people and clearly marked queues were in place.
Another fan account, @babyspidernaomy, also reported problems at Gate 18 of MorumBIS. According to the user, one attendee jumped over a barrier to cut ahead of everyone waiting in line. The accompanying video showed a tightly packed crowd, with several people pointing and arguing, reflecting the tense atmosphere around the entrance.
Meanwhile, another fan, @stealmyjisung, reported that the queue in the outer security screening area had descended into chaos by around 7:40 a.m., with people who arrived later allegedly cutting in front of those who had been waiting.
Another issue that angered ARMY was the sight of concert hand banners being thrown on the ground, trampled, and left ∂ιяту. The banners were part of a project organized by the B-ARMY360 community for BTS’s three concert dates on October 28, 30, and 31. Printed in both Portuguese and кσяєαn, they carried the message, “Today and always, we will continue walking toward the sun together.” The project was intended to create a special moment of unity among fans when BTS performed “Into the Sun.”
The banners were collaboratively designed, printed using fan donations, and distributed for free by volunteers who had worked hard to prepare them. However, some fans allegedly failed to take proper care of the banners after receiving them, leaving them scattered around the entrances. Combined with the pushing and crowding, this resulted in many of the banners being dropped and trampled. Seeing these heartfelt fan-made gifts discarded and damaged left many people disappointed, prompting calls for greater consideration and responsibility among concertgoers.
In response to the situation, many fans expressed anger toward those behaving irresponsibly, warning that crowd disorder could potentially affect the soundcheck or even the concerts themselves. They also pointed out that such behavior could damage the overall image of the вяαzιℓian ARMY community. Local fans have called on everyone attending the shows to act more responsibly, respect one another, and help ensure that the São Paulo concerts take place safely and smoothly, living up to the expectations of both BTS and their fans.
