Although fans are thrilled that their favourite K-pop idol is coming to Malaysia, not everyone is always pleased with the choice of venue or date. Previously, BIGBANG’s Daesung (대성) announced that he would be bringing his “D’s WAVE Asia Tour” to Malaysia.
While the initial announcement sparked excitement, fans were soon disheartened after discovering the concert date. Here’s why:
As reported earlier this week, Daesung’s concert is scheduled for 7th June 2025 at the Arena Of Stars, Resorts World Genting. At first glance, a Saturday might seem ideal, but it also coincides with Hari Raya Haji. This has understandably prompted disappointment among Muslim fans.
Many took to Twitter to urge the idol and organisers to reconsider the date, requesting it be brought forward or pushed back so they can attend. Others voiced their frustration, not wanting to be forced to choose between attending the concert and celebrating a significant religious holiday.
Some also raised concerns about the concert’s potential turnout, noting that many Muslim fans would likely be back in their hometowns for the holiday and unable to attend. There were also fans who criticised the choice of venue, suggesting that more accessible or suitable locations could have been found in Kuala Lumpur.
As it’s still early, there remains a possible, albeit slim, chance for Daesung’s team and the concert organisers to reconsider the date, especially in light of the overwhelming response from fans. This is not the first time fans have requested a change of venue or date for a Korean artist’s concert.
Previously, many Malaysian fans had urged Indonesian fans to skip DAY6’s KL concert due to the venue’s limited capacity. The discussion quickly gained traction on Twitter, with many fans from the neighbouring country agreeing to give their Malaysian counterparts the opportunity to see their idols live.
Do you think Daesung and his team will change the concert date for the fans? We sure hope so.
