Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — Just five days after ticket sales opened for global superstar Jennifer Lopez’s upcoming concert in Tashkent, the event has sparked overwhelming interest not only among residents of Uzbekistan but also from audiences around the world.

According to official data from ticketing platform iTicket.uz, 40% of all tickets sold to date have been purchased by foreign nationals from 35 different countries.

This figure reflects the high level of international interest in the concert and underscores its significance as a major cultural and tourism event for the entire region. The largest number of purchases has come from CIS and Central Asian countries, including Kazakhstan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan, as well as from more distant markets such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, the UAE, South Korea, Canada, and Saudi Arabia.

The influx of international visitors is expected to have a positive impact on Uzbekistan’s economy. Hotel occupancy is forecasted to rise, along with domestic spending and increased demand across the service sector — from restaurants and transportation to guided tours and souvenir sales. Typically, tourists attending concerts stay in the host country for several days, creating a multiplier effect that benefits small and medium-sized businesses, particularly in hospitality and tourism.

Hosting a high-profile event of this scale not only strengthens Uzbekistan’s image as an emerging cultural hub in the region but also enhances its appeal as a destination for international performers and investment in the creative economy.