Kang Daniel Robbed on US Tour, But the Show Goes On for DANITY
Kang Daniel faced a major theft of stage costumes and gear during his US tour. Discover how the K-pop star showed incredible resilience and what "aekttaem" means to fans.
K-pop soloist Kang Daniel, currently on his highly anticipated US tour, faced a shocking setback when his team was robbed of essential equipment. However, in a true display of professionalism and dedication to his fans, DANITY, the show went on.
Here’s the full story of what happened and how Kang Daniel turned a crisis into a moment of connection with his fans.
What Happened on the “Glow to Haze” Tour?
On September 22nd (local time), while traveling for his concert in San Jose, a vehicle carrying Kang Daniel’s tour equipment was broken into. The thieves made off with a significant amount of gear, including:
- Stage outfits
- Hair and makeup tools
- Official tour merchandise (MD goods)
The news came from a local concert equipment company, which tweeted, “The truck was broken into and many items were stolen. We are working around the clock to replace/rent the necessary equipment.”
Kang Daniel’s Message to Fans
Rather than letting the incident derail the show, Kang Daniel quickly took to social media to personally update his fans. In a heartfelt message, he wrote:
“We’ve been robbed of everything. Outfits, hair and makeup tools, even the merch is all gone.”
This candid admission, using the Korean phrase “짐을 모두 도난당했다” (jimeul modu donandanghaetda), conveyed the seriousness of the situation. But he immediately followed it up with a reassuring message, showing his unwavering focus on his fans:
“But let’s still have a fun show together.”
This powerful statement showed fans that despite the chaos behind the scenes, his priority was delivering an unforgettable performance.
The Show Must Go On: A Story of “Aekttaem”
In the face of this challenge, Kang Daniel and his team scrambled to find replacements. They rushed to nearby stores to purchase new outfits and tools, ensuring the San Jose concert could proceed as scheduled.
This incident has resonated deeply within the Korean fan community. Many fans are calling it “액땜 (aekttaem)”—a cultural concept where experiencing a small misfortune is believed to ward off a much larger disaster in the future. It’s a way of finding a silver lining, suggesting that because he has overcome this hardship, only good things are to come for the rest of his tour.
Kang Daniel is currently on his 12-city US tour, which kicked off after the release of his 6th mini-album ‘Glow to Haze’ in June. After concluding his US dates, he is scheduled to continue his tour in South America, with stops in Argentina and Brazil.
Despite the unexpected drama, Kang Daniel’s resilience proves that nothing can stop him from connecting with his global DANITY.