In a disappointing update for international K-pop enthusiasts, solo artist Sunmi’s upcoming fan meeting in Shanghai, China, has been abruptly canceled just four days before it was scheduled to take place.
ABYSS Company officially announced the sudden decision through their social media platforms, explaining that after a comprehensive evaluation of local preparations, the agency and event promoters determined the event could not proceed safely or meet production standards.
The unexpected news came as a major surprise to global fans who had been eagerly anticipating her return to the city.
Agency Statement and Core Reasons for Cancellation
According to the official statement released by ABYSS Company, the cancellation stemmed entirely from shortfalls in local event preparations and operational readiness rather than issues on the artist’s end:
- Commitment to Event Quality: The agency emphasized that providing a safe, stable environment and delivering a high-quality performance that meets fan expectations remains their top priority.
- Final Preparation Review: Following a thorough review of the local promoter’s operational setup ahead of the September 5 event, ABYSS Company concluded that stable management could not be guaranteed under current conditions.
- Sunmi’s Reaction: ABYSS Company shared that Sunmi had been preparing for the meeting with immense excitement and expressed deep regret and sadness over being unable to perform for her Shanghai fans as planned.
Ticket Refund Protocols and Future Event Outlook
The canceled event, titled “Meet SUNMI in Late Summer,” was set to take place at NEOVANA in Shanghai, with ticket tiers ranging up to 1,680 Chinese yuan.
To mitigate the impact on affected attendees, ABYSS Company confirmed that full refunds will be processed through the local promoter and official ticketing vendors.
Detailed instructions regarding refund procedures and timelines will be communicated individually through official ticketing channels.
Closing their official statement, ABYSS Company offered a sincere apology to all fans who had supported the event, reassuring the public that they will work diligently with local organizers to arrange a new opportunity for Sunmi to meet her Shanghai supporters in a much better, more meticulously prepared setting in the future.
