Seoul is about to become the centre of the K-pop universe again. BTS is officially back, streaming a live concert exclusively on Netflix on March 21, marking their first performance as a full group in three years and nine months. The anticipation is palpable – and ARMY is already strategizing viewing parties.
A New Era for the Global Superstars
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The seven-member group will perform in Seoul’s Gwanghwamun Square, previewing songs from their upcoming fifth studio album, ARIRANG, set to release on March 20.
- The live concert,BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG,streams on Netflix March 21 at 4 a.m. PT / 7 a.m. ET.
- The performance will feature new music from their album, ARIRANG.
- The concert marks the band’s journey back to the stage after a nearly four-year hiatus.
When and Where to Tune In
BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG will stream live exclusively on Netflix beginning march 21. The concert will kick off at 8 p.m. KST, which translates to 4 a.m. PT and 7 a.m. ET for fans across North America.
The performance will be broadcast live from Gwanghwamun Square, the main gate of the historic Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul.
Why the Hiatus?
BTS’s break was necessitated by South Korea’s mandatory military service requirements. In December 2022, the members began fulfilling their service obligations, with enlistments lasting up to 18 months. While some members were serving, others pursued solo projects. Jin and j-hope completed their service in 2024, followed by RM, V, Jimin, and Jung Kook in early June 2025. SUGA was the last member to be discharged on June 21, 2025.
What’s the buzz about the setlist? For now, it’s a closely guarded secret.But fans are already sharing their dream song lists online.
Behind the Scenes with BTS: THE RETURN
BTS: THE RETURN offers an intimate glimpse into the group’s reunion and creative process. The documentary follows the members as they reconnect in Los Angeles after their military service, navigating the challenges and opportunities of their next chapter. It explores how they’re balancing their past successes with a desire to evolve as artists and global icons, contemplating how to honor their history without being defined by it.
The film highlights the band’s dynamic as they work through moments of doubt, rediscover their shared passion, and define their evolving identity. As their debut in 2013, BTS has cultivated a devoted fanbase, known as ARMY, which has demonstrated it’s influence through philanthropic endeavors and political activism.
Following the Netflix concert, BTS will embark on the ARIRANG World Tour, encompassing 82 shows across 34 regions worldwide.
