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It's officially raining purple again. BTS has announced that their long-awaited world stage comeback — and it'll be livestreamed globally on Netflix, so ARMYs everywhere can watch it happen in real time.
Titled BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG, the global livestream will take place on 21 March 2026, marking the group's first live performance as a full septet since completing their mandatory military service.
The performance will be held at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul, a historic landmark chosen to symbolise BTS' return not just as artistes, but as cultural ambassadors representing South Korea on a global stage.
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The performance is set to take place after the release of BTS' fifth studio album, ARIRANG, which drops on 20 March
According to Big Hit Music, the album is meant to "transcend time and generations", a theme reflected in both the music and the setting of the comeback stage.
Netflix has also confirmed that this will be its first-ever globally livestreamed event broadcast from South Korea, making the moment even more monumental.
The live show will stream exclusively on Netflix at 8pm KST (7pm Malaysian time)
The livestream is part of an expanded collaboration between Netflix and HYBE.
Following the performance, Netflix will premiere a feature-length documentary titled BTS: The Return on 27 March 2026
Directed by Bao Nguyen (The Greatest Night in Pop), the documentary offers an intimate look at the group's reunion, creative process, and personal growth after years apart.
BTS will be embarking on the BTS World Tour ARIRANG (2026–2027), spanning 34 regions and over 80 shows across Asia, North America, Latin America, Europe, and the Middle East
It will be their first world tour since the Love Yourself Tour (2018–2019). And yes, Malaysia is on the list, with two show dates on 12 and 13 December.
ARMY, it's really happening!
