Daijiworld Media Network – Sydney

Sydney, Jul 1: Just a day after Beyoncé’s stage malfunction incident sparked headlines globally, pop icon Katy Perry narrowly escaped a major accident during her "Lifetimes Tour" performance in Australia. The singer, known for her vibrant stagecraft, found herself in a precarious situation as a suspended stage prop went awry mid-performance.

The mishap occurred when Perry climbed into a massive metallic globe — a prop designed to elevate and rotate mid-air — as part of her dramatic entrance. However, soon after lift-off, the sphere unexpectedly tilted, throwing the entire arena into momentary panic. The star was seen clutching onto the frame to maintain balance as the structure swayed dangerously.

Crew members acted swiftly — halting the music, dimming the lights, and rushing to the singer's aid. Amid tense moments, Perry, with the assistance of her team, carefully climbed out of the unstable structure and made it safely back to the stage, to loud cheers and chants of “Go, Katy!” from fans.

Videos of the incident quickly flooded social media, with one fan remarking, “Wait, not Katy Perry almost falling from the giant ball… This is scary!” Another added, “She handled it like a queen. So composed.”

The frightening episode comes on the heels of Beyoncé's recent on-stage scare during her Cowboy Carter tour, where a malfunctioning red Cadillac prop began to tilt mid-air, prompting the superstar to immediately call for help.

The back-to-back incidents involving two of the world’s most prominent pop divas have reignited concerns over the safety of elaborate concert stage designs. Fans and critics alike took to social platforms urging production teams to prioritize artist safety. “Main pop girlies are literally risking their lives to entertain us!” one fan wrote. Another echoed, “Thank God this didn’t happen while she was higher up. This could’ve been tragic.”

As showbiz continues to push creative boundaries, the call for more stringent safety protocols behind the glitz and glamour of the stage grows louder — reminding fans and organizers alike that while show must go on, it should never come at the cost of human life.