- BLACKPINK’s Singapore concert tickets are only sold via Ticketmaster — all resales are scams.
- Scammers demand high prices, sometimes over $1,700, and vanish after payment.
- Non-transferable tickets mean buyers of resold tickets will be denied entry.
As BLACKPINK’s ‘Deadline’ world tour gains momentum, fans in Singapore are being warned about rising ticket scams. The Singapore Police Force (SPF) issued an official advisory ahead of the general sale, cautioning that Ticketmaster is the only authorized platform for purchasing legitimate tickets.
Scammers are using tactics such as creating urgency around ticket availability and sending fake payment receipts to extract more money from victims. The SPF is working with online platforms to remove such listings but urges fans to remain cautious.
Scammers Target BLACKPINK Fans as Tour Fever Hits Singapore
BLACKPINK’s Deadline world tour has ignited global fan excitement, with tickets vanishing within hours in cities like Hong Kong. As Singapore prepares for its leg of the tour, scammers are exploiting the demand with bogus listings on unofficial platforms. Fans enticed by early access or discounted rates may fall victim to clever frauds.
The Singapore Police Force’s advisory is timely, especially with general ticket sales opening on June 13. Fraudsters reportedly use social engineering tactics — claiming urgency, offering fake “receipts,” and vanishing post-payment. Unfortunately, many buyers only realize the deception when they’re denied entry at the venue.
Platforms like Carousell, Facebook Marketplace, and TikTok have been asked to take down unauthorized listings. However, some remain visible, targeting fans unaware of the non-transferable ticket policy. The risk of buying from strangers online is higher than ever during major concert tours.
The SPF also highlighted that scams tied to major concerts are a recurring issue. The Taylor Swift incident in 2023 saw over 1,000 victims and nearly $700,000 in losses. Authorities are now urging BLACKPINK fans to use only official channels and report any suspicious activities quickly.
In the rush to see BLACKPINK live, fans should prioritize safety over speed. A single misstep could mean losing both money and the concert experience — so buy smart, not sorry.
“Scammers would also claim that ticket sales were time-sensitive or limited in quantity and promise to deliver the tickets to the victims after successful payment,” explained SPF.
