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Malay Mail
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
K-pop group Seventeen to make history with landmark concert on Seoul's Jamsu Bridge
SEOUL, May 23 — Seventeen is set to make history this Sunday by becoming the first K-pop group to perform on Seoul's iconic Jamsu Bridge. Titled B-DAY PARTY: BURST Stage, the concert will celebrate the group's 10th anniversary and marks the first-ever K-pop performance to be held on a bridge spanning the Han River, according to The Korea Times. Tens of thousands of fans are expected to join the celebration, and authorities are stepping up safety measures in preparation. Seoul city officials have announced that access to Jamsu Bridge will be restricted before and after the 7.30pm show to ensure public 6,000 fans with reserved seats will be able to attend the concert directly on the bridge. However, a special viewing zone at Banpo Hangang Park will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, allowing more fans to enjoy the event for free.
Korea Herald
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Seventeen to celebrate 10th anniversary with large-scale fan event in Seoul
Debut milestone party to take over Banpo Hangang Park and Some Sevit K-pop group Seventeen is set to mark its 10th anniversary with a grand celebration that spans three days in the heart of Seoul. According to agency Pledis Entertainment on Tuesday, the group's 'B-Day Party' event takes place May 23 to 25, and is centered around Banpo Hangang Park, including Some Sevit and Jamsu Bridge. The event coincides with Seventeen's debut anniversary and the release date of its fifth full-length album, "Happy Burstday," scheduled for May 26. The festivities aim to honor the group's decadelong journey while offering fans immersive experiences both in-person and online. At Some Sevit, four artificial islands on the Han River, fans will be able to enjoy exhibitions, exclusive merchandise and video screenings dedicated to Seventeen. Some Chavit island will feature displays highlighting the group's history, and an interactive space inviting visitors to write fan letters. A large LED screen will broadcast some of Seventeen's most iconic music videos throughout the event, and merchandise available for purchase includes the group's 10th anniversary light sticks. The highlight of "B-Day Party" takes place May 25, when Seventeen becomes the first K-pop act to perform on the iconic Jamsu Bridge. The concert, titled 'BURST Stage,' will be held at 7:30 p.m. and streamed live online. Several major hotels in Seoul are also joining in on the festivities. Seoul Dragon City and L7 Hongdae by Lotte will offer Seventeen-themed rooms, while Andaz Seoul Gangnam is developing food and beverage items inspired by the group. In addition, Hybe's headquarters in Yongsan will be wrapped with messages commemorating the anniversary, and a nearby park will be transformed into a photo zone for fans. Large-scale outdoor celebratory advertisements will be displayed not only across five Korean cities — Seoul, Busan, Daegu, Gwangju and Daejeon — but also internationally in Tokyo, Osaka, Beijing and New York.
