SM Entertainment Cancel Press Conference In Chile Due To Safety Concerns

“From the beginning, it was informed that fans should not remain on the first floor, but they refused to leave”

It was announced the press conference for SMTOWN LIVE Special Stage in Santiago Chile has been canceled by SM Entertainment for safety concerns.

An official from Noix Entertainment announced the cancellation to fans and press who were waiting for the artists at the location.

“Tonight’s press conference has been suspended by SM Entertainment for non-compliance with safety standards and measures”

“… From the beginning, it was informed that fans should not remain on the first floor, but they refused to leave, so SM Entertainment has decided to cancel the press conference.”

It seems the main reason for the cancellation was due to some fans refusing to leave the first floor even after the numerous warnings from the event officials. The fans were notified the first floor was only for press and official relating to the event, but the crowd refused to move to the 2nd or 3rd floor.

Many fans are sharing their disappointments and frustrations those who did not follow the rules since they were waiting more than 3 hours to see the glimpse of the artists in person.

Some fans pointed out the officials behind the event should’ve made more efforts to secure the venue since they knew it was a popular mall with so many different access points.