3 minutes of readingNew DelhiFebruary 3, 2026 09:56 am IST
BTS is backand fans around the world can witness it live. The K-pop sensation will reunite for BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG at Seoul’s historic Gwanghwamun Square on March 21 at 8 pm KST (5 pm IST), streaming exclusively on Netflix. The performance marks their first appearance on a world stage since completing South Korea’s mandatory military service. Fans around the world will tune in as RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook come together to celebrate their fifth studio album, ARIRANG, in what is being hailed as the comeback of the decade.
BTS comeback concert
Directed by Hamish Hamilton, known for his work on the Super Bowl halftime shows, the concert promises a visually spectacular and emotionally charged event. Through Netflix’s partnership with HYBE, millions of fans around the world will experience bts perform live in real time, a milestone for both the band and the streaming platform as it will be the first global live broadcast from Korea.
Documentary about the return of BTS
But the excitement doesn’t end there. On March 27, Netflix will premiere BTS: THE RETURN, a feature-length documentary that offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the making of ARIRANG. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Bao Nguyen (The Stringer, The Greatest Night in Pop) and produced by This Machine in collaboration with HYBE, the film follows BTS from Los Angeles as the seven members come together creatively, reflecting on their journey from debutants in 2013 to global superstars.
“BTS: THE RETURN is an intimate, emotional, and often joyful portrait of resilience, sisterhood, and reinvention,” Netflix said in a statement. The documentary is designed to capture quieter, more introspective moments as the group explores how to honor their past, embrace their growth, and move forward together, showing fans a side of BTS rarely seen on stage.
ARIRANG, BTS’ fifth studio album, explores the band’s roots and identity in a deeply thoughtful collection of music. Following the release of the album, BTS will embark on the ARIRANG world tour (2026-2027), covering 82 shows in 34 regions, including Asia, North and Latin America, Europe and the Middle East. Fans can expect large-scale performances and a creative display of BTS at the top of their art.
About BTS
Since their debut in 2013, BTS – short for Bangtan Sonyeondan, or “Beyond the Scene” – has become a global phenomenon. The seven-member group, consisting of RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook, is known for its self-produced music, genre-spanning hits, and a deep connection with its ARMY fan base. Her influence extends beyond music, from multiple Billboard Hot 100 number one singles to sold-out stadium tours around the world, recognition that includes TIME’s 2020 Artist of the Year and impactful initiatives like the LOVE MYSELF campaign and the UN’s ‘Speak Yourself’ speeches.