In the official announcement, the couple expressed their deep regret and sent their thanks to all the audiences who have always cared for, loved and accompanied them for nearly two years. Both shared that this decision was made after many days of careful thinking, in the context that the event, which was only aimed at exchanging and showing gratitude to fans, became the focus of unwanted debates on social networks.
According to the sharing, the couple and the crew spent a lot of effort preparing for the meeting, from the program, stage scale, performance to special gifts.
This is our first team building, so everyone wants to create a memorable memory, Ninh Duong Story shared. However, to avoid negative impacts on the community, both affirmed that the event was forced to be stopped as a way to demonstrate social responsibility.
The decision to cancel amid the common excitement of herself and the audience was recognized by Ninh Duong Story as "extremely difficult". Both apologized to those who spent time, effort and money to participate, and at the same time proposed a series of support options to compensate: refund all ticket costs via Flip.vn, Ninh Duong Story will pay all costs for the projects that the audience has prepared with the organizers.
Sending 1,338 audiences a commemorative merchandise including a card set, straps, bags according to ticket categories, sticker, poster and light bracelet.
For audiences from far away who have incurred airfare costs, the group will open a recording form to partially support.
In addition, Ninh Duong Story said it has worked with The BROS to soon announce detailed instructions on ticket refunds, gift receipts and cost support.
Regarding the negative information circulating online, both confirmed many misconceptions, speculations, and even fake news that caused misunderstandings related to patriotism and social responsibility. Currently, the group has consulted with lawyers and coordinated with authorities to protect legitimate rights and ensure transparency.
Ninh Duong Story emphasized: "We are always Vietnamese citizens who respect the law, are patriotic and appreciate the good values of society".
Although the event was canceled, both affirmed that they will continue to pursue many new plans, improve themselves and promote community activities in the coming time. "We will soon meet again in a full day, just have joy and a smile", Ninh and Duong sent a message.
On the afternoon of September 18, the Department of Culture and Sports of Ho Chi Minh City informed about the fan meeting of the KOL couple Ninh Anh Bui and Nguyen Tung Duong (Ninh Duong Story), scheduled to take place on September 27 at Ho Xuan Huong Stadium. According to the Department, the program was submitted by The Bros Vietnam Joint Stock Company on September 3 and approved on September 11 under Decree 144/2020/ND-CP.
The Department also requested the organizing unit to supplement security plans and exchange scenarios to ensure compliance with regulations. However, advertising procedures and commercial factors (if any) are not under the direct management of the Department.
