BTS performs three sold-out concerts in Mexico City, attracting 150,000 fans and showcasing local culture, with significant economic impact.
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BTS (Bangtan Sonyeondan) held 'BTS WORLD TOUR ‘ARIRANG' IN MEXICO CITY' at Estadio GNP Seguros in Mexico City for three days on the 7th, 9th, and 10th, gathering about 150,000 people. This was the first full concert held in Mexico in about 10 years and 10 months since July 2015, and all three shows sold out as soon as tickets were released. On the day, BTS captured the hearts of Mexico with stable live performances and sharp dances. The audience also showed explosive reactions, accurately singing the Korean lyrics. Among them, the stage for 'Airplane pt.2' was the highlight of this performance. This song includes the lyrics 'We goin' from Mexico City,' showcasing their song selection sense. The lyrics with the city name resonated with the audience, remaining a special scene of the day. The incorporation of Mexican culture into the performance was also highly praised. During the stage for 'Aliens,' dancers wearing masks from Mexico's traditional wrestling 'lucha libre' appeared, and V enjoying the local snack 'Banderilla' during the performance of 'IDOL' rapidly spread on social media. The members expressed their thoughts, saying, 'You all were truly the best. What more can I say? We will definitely come back to Mexico.' They also expressed gratitude in Spanish, saying, 'The heat that continued from Zocalo Square will not be forgotten. We will take many wonderful memories from Mexico.' Not only inside the venue but also outside, the excitement was very high. Local authorities estimated that about 35,000 fans surrounded the stadium on the second and third performance days. The crowd expanded to surrounding roads, causing some sections to temporarily close. The LA Times noted, 'It is rare for a boy group to emerge as a matter of international diplomatic interest,' highlighting the official invitation from the Mexican president's office and the explosive reactions from citizens. According to the media, over one million people attempted to purchase tickets, and those who could not enter gathered around the venue. The economic ripple effect of BTS, referred to as 'BTSnomics,' is also receiving significant attention. The Mexico City Chamber of Commerce estimates that the ticket sales, air travel, accommodation, dining, and local consumption related to this performance will generate an economic effect of about $107.5 million. With the influx of domestic and international tourists, the accommodation sector is estimated to be around $17 million, and dining and service consumption around $2.18 million. BTS will perform at Stanford Stadium on the 16th, 17th, and 19th. The local transportation infrastructure is already in motion, and the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) announced through official social media that they plan to operate special bus routes for this performance.
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