BABYMONSTER Ticket Scam Takes Heartwarming Turn After Fan Offers Free Ticket In Return For Prayers
With the influx of concerts in Malaysia, it's hard to avoid scammers and scalpers. After unfortunately getting scammed over tickets to BABYMONSTER's (베이비몬스터) upcoming show, this fan revealed a netizen's kind gesture.
Over the weekend, Twitter user Saffa (@/saffazaidii) went onto the social media platform to share her unfortunate experience of getting scammed over concert tickets. The K-pop fan revealed that she had paid RM820 to a person selling tickets to K-pop group BABYMONSTER's upcoming concert at Axiata Arena. Sadly, it turned out that the ticket seller was a scammer, and Saffa lost nearly RM900.
Adding to netizens' shock, the scammer is a repeat offender and has scammed many others for multiple concerts. The Twitter post has since gone viral, raking over 2 million views. The sharing also sparked discussion about concert ticket scams, including how to spot a scammer and what people can do to avoid getting scammed. While netizens continued to discuss the issue, Saffa revealed a heartwarming turn to the situation.
After sharing her dilemma, Saffa revealed a message from a fellow K-pop fan, Balqis (@/qishhed). As shown in the message, Balqis offered Saffa her BABYMONSTER concert ticket as she could no longer attend the show because her mother was admitted to the hospital. Even more heartwarming, she offered to give the ticket for free in return for prayers for her sick mother.
Saffa said she was so touched by the kind gesture that she started crying out of happiness. She also asked the public to help pray for Balqis' mother, who is in the intensive care unit (ICU). Netizens have also reacted to the conversation, showering Balqis with praise for her kindness. Many also said they'll pray for Balqis and her mother to reciprocate her generosity towards a fellow K-pop fan.
It's so heartwarming to see the conversation between Saffa and Balqis. We hope everything goes well for both of them. We also wish Balqis' mother a quick and smooth recovery.
Sources: Twitter (1)(2)
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