
BTS RETURNS AFTER 4 YEARS đ„ 18.4M Watched This Comeback Concert | Entertainment | World K-pop superstars BTS are officially back â and their 2026 comeback concert in Seoul proves their global power is stronger than ever. After nearly four years of hiatus due to mandatory military service, BTS reunited on stage at Gwanghwamun Square, delivering a historic performance set against the iconic Gyeongbokgung Palace. The concert drew an estimated 18.4 million viewers worldwide, streamed live on Netflix â marking Netflixâs first global live music event and its debut live event in South Korea. The livestream ranked in the Top 10 across 80 countries and hit No.1 in 24 countries, proving BTSâs unmatched global reach. This comeback follows the release of their new album âARIRANGâ, which reflects a more mature sound rooted in Korean identity. Title track âSWIMâ topped global charts for three consecutive days âBody to Bodyâ features elements of the traditional Korean folk song Arirang, often called South Koreaâs unofficial national anthem Beyond the concert, Seoul transformed into a BTS city-wide celebration â with drone shows, media facades, and landmarks like Dongdaemun Design Plaza and Namdaemun Gate lighting up for the comeback. From tens of thousands of fans on the ground to millions watching globally, this wasnât just a concert â it was a defining cultural moment. BTS didnât just return⊠they redefined their global impact.