IU, the popular actress and R&B singer, has shut down rumors surrounding her recent concerts at the Seoul World Cup Stadium. After holding the final two performances of her HEREH World Tour at the venue on September 21 and 22, 2024, some speculated that she had purchased new grass to repair potential damage to the stadium’s turf. However, IU’s agency, EDAM Entertainment, firmly denied these claims.
According to a report from OSEN on September 23, 2024, IU’s team made significant efforts to minimize any damage to the grass at the Seoul World Cup Stadium. The stadium, primarily a football venue, has a specific manual to prevent damage to its turf when rented out for non-sporting events like concerts. The same guidelines applied to IU’s event, and it was made clear that she would be held accountable if any damage occurred.
IU’s agency confirmed that they “strictly” adhered to these guidelines, ensuring that no new grass was required to repair the stadium following her concerts. EDAM Entertainment emphasized their commitment to coordinating with the stadium’s management to protect the venue.
Efforts Made to Protect the Stadium’s Turf
Ahead of the concerts, IU’s team issued a message to fans, asking those seated on the ground to avoid wearing footwear that could harm the grass, such as high heels. Furthermore, the team installed turf protectors with built-in ventilation and water drainage systems to safeguard the grass during the performances.
Despite concerns raised by some football fans, including star player Son Heung Min, IU’s concerts went ahead without any major issues. The stadium’s turf remained intact, and the city of Seoul later announced plans to prevent similar concerns in the future by limiting ground seating for events starting next year.
Concert Highlights
IU’s Seoul encore shows marked the end of her HEREH World Tour, which had garnered widespread attention over the past few months. The concerts drew large crowds and were met with praise for IU’s performances, though concerns about the stadium’s suitability as a concert venue persisted.
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