Actress Han So Hee has canceled a series of overseas fan meetings after failing to sell enough tickets. Events in five cities, including New York and several European locations, were called off due to poor demand. Her Seoul event is still scheduled, but ticket sales there have also been slower than expected.
Event Cancellations and Official Statements
Han So Hee‘s first fan meeting world tour, titled “2025 HAN SO HEE 1st FANMEETING WORLD TOUR Xohee Loved Ones,” has faced significant challenges. The planned stops in New York, Frankfurt, Berlin, London, and Paris were all canceled. The New York event was originally set for September 1, and the European dates were scheduled for October.
The organizers announced the cancellations, citing “unforeseen circumstances.” They stated, “We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused, and all tickets will be refunded in full.” This sudden change has left many international fans disappointed .
Low Ticket Sales in Seoul
The Seoul fan meeting, scheduled for October 26 at the Yonsei University Grand Auditorium, is still planned to proceed. However, ticket sales have been lower than anticipated. As of 11 AM KST on September 15, only about 700 tickets had been sold. This number represents just 43% of the total 1,600 available seats. This slow sale rate is particularly notable as it was the fifth day of ticket sales .
Fan and Public Reactions
The news of the cancellations and low ticket sales has sparked a variety of reactions from fans and the online community. Some people expressed surprise at the choice of large venues in Western countries, questioning the size of her international fanbase.
One person commented, “Do actors hold fan meetings in the U.S. and Europe? Don’t mostly Asian fans go to these events? Even other actors who hold fan meetings in the U.S. and Europe usually have Asian fans come fill the seats.” Another added, “She’s not even a popular K-Pop idol…I don’t understand why they chose such big venues” .
Others were more supportive. A different netizen said, “I’m not a fan, but an actor selling 700 tickets without being active is pretty good.” Another pointed out, “It’s a lot for an actress to sell 700 tickets…they just reserved a venue that’s too big…” .
Industry Context and Comparisons
Han So Hee is a well-known actress in South Korea. She debuted in 2017 and gained widespread popularity for her role in the 2020 drama “The World of the Married.” She has also appeared in other popular series like “Nevertheless” and “Gyeongseong Creature.” Despite her success on screen, transferring that popularity to large-scale in-person fan events appears to be a different challenge.
This situation contrasts with other Korean actors who have recently announced fan meetings. For example, actor Lee Do-hyun successfully launched his first Asia fan meeting tour, ‘Re DO HYUN’, after completing his military service. His agency reported that his pre-enlistment fan meeting had sold out in just 30 seconds. His tour includes stops in eight cities across Asia, such as Jakarta, Tokyo, and Manila .
Similarly, actress Lee Hyeri is scheduled to hold a fan meeting in Manila in July 2025 . This difference highlights the varying demand for different stars in the international market.
Background on Han So Hee’s Career
Han So Hee has been a prominent figure in the Korean entertainment industry. After her breakout role in “The World of the Married,” she became a household name. She has continued to work on high-profile projects. She is set to appear in the Korean remake of the Hollywood film “The Intern.” There are also reports that she is in talks to join Byeon Woo Seok for the live-action adaptation of “Solo Leveling” .
Her agency had initially announced fan meetings in 11 countries, with Manila being the seventh stop. The tour began in Bangkok on July 12 and was originally planned to conclude in Seoul on October 6 .
The Future of the Seoul Event
With the overseas cancellations, the focus now shifts to the remaining fan meeting in Seoul. The event is still set to take place at the Yonsei University Grand Auditorium. Organizers and the actress will be hoping for a boost in ticket sales as the October date approaches. The event promises fan benefits like a limited selfie photocard, an official poster, and a hi-touch experience for certain ticket tiers .
In a message to her fans, Han So Hee said, “Hello, I’m Han So Hee. Finally my fan meeting is about to begin! Thank you so much for making time to come. I really hope you enjoy every moment. Let’s make some special memories together!” .
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