The livestream of K‑pop supergroup BTS’s comeback concert in Seoul on Saturday, March 21, 2026, drew 18.4 million viewers globally, Netflix announced on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
The concert, titled “BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG,” took place at Gwanghwamun Square, a historic public space in central Seoul, marking the band’s first full-group performance in more than three years after a hiatus during which members completed mandatory military service and pursued solo projects.
Netflix reported that the viewership total includes both live and on-demand streaming during the first 24 hours.
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The event ranked among the weekly Top 10 on Netflix in 80 countries and reached the number-one spot in 24 markets, demonstrating the group’s global appeal.
All seven members: RM, Jin, Suga, J‑Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook reunited on stage, delivering their first collective performance since 2022.
The livestream is part of BTS’s broader comeback plan, which includes their album Arirang and a global tour scheduled for later in 2026.
The turnout underscores BTS’s enduring international popularity and the increasing significance of streaming platforms in bringing large-scale live music events to audiences worldwide.