SEOUL: K-pop superstars BigBang were forced to pull the plug on the second night of their Bangkok concert on Sunday after severe thunderstorms and heavy rain swept through the Thai capital.
The trio—G-Dragon, Taeyang and Daesung—had been performing at the Rajamangala National Stadium as part of their 20th-anniversary world tour, “XX: Cosmos”, after a successful opening night on Saturday.
Although the members initially braved the downpour to keep the show going, the storm worsened, and strong winds eventually brought down some stage equipment, the Chosun Daily reported.
“Although we promised to keep going however much it rains, this is too dangerous,” the group told the audience, bowing their heads to apologise before stopping the show.
In an official statement, the group’s representatives explained that the decision was made with everyone’s safety in mind.
“Due to severe thunderstorms and heavy rain, we had to reluctantly cancel the concert. The safety and health of everyone are our top priority,” the statement read, urging fans to head indoors for shelter.
Organisers also confirmed that all ticket holders will receive a full refund, including all booking and payment fees.
G-Dragon later took to social media to address disappointed fans directly.
“I know you waited so long, and I’m so sorry and heartbroken. Safety comes first, so let’s meet again soon,” he wrote.
BigBang kicked off their global tour at Goyang Stadium in August and have already played across the Americas, Europe and Australia.
While in Sydney, they became the first K-pop act to headline a solo concert at Accor Stadium.
The group are scheduled to resume their 19-city tour in Hong Kong this Friday.
Malaysian fans will see the trio in action at the TM Stadium Nasional in Bukit Jalil on Jan 9 and 10, 2027.