Silence over postponed Udit Narayan concert leaves fans furious

Concert cancelled at the last minute

GEORGE TOWN: Fans of Bollywood playback singer Udit Narayan are up in arms after his concert, scheduled to be held in Penang late last month, was indefinitely postponed.

The concert, “A Lovely Night with Udit Narayan”, was called off days before it was due to be held at the Setia Spice Arena on November 28.

Organisers’ silence sparks anger

Businessman Yusuf Taiyoob, who spent over RM7,000 on three premium tickets, expressed his frustration at hearing nothing from the organisers one month later.

“I’ve contacted the organisers many times and even sent them a letter of demand, but they haven’t replied. The silence is worrying,” he told FMT.

Postponement announcement sparks outrage

The organisers announced the postponement on Instagram, citing “unavoidable circumstances”. They assured ticket holders that their tickets would still be valid but gave no rescheduled date for the concert. They also insisted that there would be no refunds, in line with the terms and conditions on which the tickets were issued.

This sparked anger among ticket buyers, with many fans responding to the Instagram post by demanding that a confirmed new date for the concert be announced or insisting on refunds.

Disappointed fans speak out

One disappointed fan, Deanna Rahman, shared her frustration.

“I, along with five friends, bought VIP tickets for the show. On the day of the concert, they suddenly posted on Instagram through Uber Tickets saying: ‘Sorry, the concert is cancelled’.

“There was no email or prior notice. I rushed back from London to Penang, while one of my friends came from Singapore and others from Kuala Lumpur. We feel completely cheated as we spent money on hotels and flights, which are now wasted,” she said.

Organisers’ response

When reached for comment, one of the co-organisers, LR Asia, told FMT that a new date would be identified soon.

“We understand the concerns of ticket holders. However, we are adhering to the terms of sale and are working to confirm a new date. Updates will be shared soon. There will be good news,” said a spokesman.

About Udit Narayan

Udit Narayan is a famous playback singer who has lent his voice to songs featured in many Bollywood movies, including Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, which feature superstar actor Shah Rukh Khan.

Conclusion

The silence from the organisers has left fans feeling frustrated and cheated. The lack of communication and refusal to provide a refund has sparked outrage among ticket buyers. The situation highlights the importance of transparency and effective communication in event management.

FAQs

Q: Why was the concert postponed?
A: The concert was postponed due to “unavoidable circumstances” as announced by the organisers.

Q: Will ticket holders receive a refund?
A: No, according to the terms and conditions of the ticket sale, there will be no refunds.

Q: Will the concert be rescheduled?
A: Yes, the organisers have promised to identify a new date for the concert soon.

Q: How can fans stay updated on the new date?
A: Fans can follow the organisers on social media to stay updated on the new date and any further developments.