Three Injured as Safety Fence Collapses at Super Junior Seoul Concert
Three fans were injured during a Super Junior concert in Seoul on Sunday, April 5, when a safety fence collapsed as the crowd surged forward during an encore performance.
The accident occurred at the KSPO Dome during the last of three Seoul shows celebrating the group’s 20th anniversary and was part of their “Super Show 10” world tour. According to SM Entertainment, the agency representing Super Junior, the injured spectators were quickly taken to the hospital for treatment of sprains and bruises, with doctors recommending about two weeks of rest.
SM Entertainment issued a formal apology to those affected and their families, taking full responsibility for the incident and promising stricter safety checks in the future. The collapse happened when member Ryeowook approached fans in the audience, prompting a surge that caused the fence in the seating area to give way.
Super Junior, formed in 2005 by SM Entertainment founder Lee Soo-man, consists of members Leeteuk, Heechul, Yesung, Shindong, Sungmin, Eunhyuk, Siwon, Donghae, Ryeowook, and Kyuhyun. The group gained international fame with hits like “Sorry, Sorry” and has been recognized as one of the leading acts of the Korean Wave. Over the years, the group has branched into smaller subunits to target different markets, while its members have pursued solo projects in hosting, acting, and presenting.
Known as versatile entertainers, Super Junior has earned numerous accolades, including awards from the Mnet Asian Music Awards, Golden Disc Awards, MTV Asia Awards, and Teen Choice Awards. Their influence and popularity have shaped the K-pop industry, inspiring other agencies to train their artists in various aspects of entertainment. Despite the recent concert mishap, Super Junior remains a major force in the global music scene, with a devoted fanbase that continues to support the group worldwide.