Global K-pop sensation BTS is set to make a historic return to the stage with "BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG," a concert that will be streamed live on Netflix on March 21, 2026. This marks the group's first performance together after all seven members completed their mandatory military service.

The concert, celebrating the release of their new album "ARIRANG," will take place at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul. This event marks the first time Netflix will livestream a show from South Korea. For fans in the Philippines, the livestream will be available at 7 p.m.. East Coast viewers in the United States can tune in at 7 a.m. ET, while those on the Pacific Coast will need to set their alarms for 4 a.m. PT.

The "ARIRANG" album, the group's fifth studio album, is described as a deeply reflective work that explores BTS's identity and roots. The concert is expected to showcase new songs from the album. One day before the concert, on March 20, 2026, the album "ARIRANG" will be released.

Following the livestream, Netflix will premiere "BTS: THE RETURN," a documentary, on March 27, 2026. The documentary, directed by Bao Nguyen, offers an intimate look into the making of the "ARIRANG" album and the group's reunion in Los Angeles after their time apart. It will show the seven members creating new music together after personal changes and time apart. The film promises to explore themes of beginning again, honoring the past, and moving forward together.

The concert will serve as the kickoff for BTS's highly anticipated world tour, which is scheduled to run across 34 regions with 82 shows in Asia, North and Latin America, Europe, and the Middle East until 2027.

The partnership between Netflix and HYBE, BTS's agency, has generated considerable excitement among fans worldwide. The unprecedented scale of this comeback has fans and observers eagerly anticipating the release of the album and the start of the tour. With both the live concert and the documentary, Netflix is providing ARMYs with extensive access to BTS's journey as they return to the global stage.

Given the high anticipation for the concert, some fans have expressed concerns about Netflix's servers being able to handle the traffic. The streaming platform is likely taking measures to ensure a smooth viewing experience for the global audience.