By Cheers erupted at the dim-lit corner of an internet cafe in Lipa, Batangas as Armys — this writer included— one after the other, survived the “ticketing war” and secured their passes for the March 2027 “Arirang” concert of K-pop supergroup BTS at the Philippine Sports Stadium in Bulacan.
But before the highs, there were definitely a lot of nerves and whispered prayers as fans held tightly on their chance to see Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook in person — and in the Philippines at that—after the septet’s years-long hiatus as a group.
The Army Membership Presale, which was held on Tuesday, June 9, at 11 a.m., saw hundred thousand fans waiting for their turn to purchase while in the virtual queue. It was overwhelming to witness fellow individuals all aiming for the globally coveted but limited tickets. Everyone was as devoted as the other, hence, in many ways, everyone deserved a spot in that stadium.
