Attention, ARMY — The Wait is Over!
After years of anticipation, reflection, and transformation, BTS is officially back—and they’re returning in a way only global pop royalty can.
Netflix, in partnership with HYBE, has announced BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG, a monumental live performance streaming exclusively on Netflix on March 21, 2026, at 8 PM KST (4 AM PST / 7 AM EST). Broadcasting live from the historic Gwanghwamun in Seoul, the event celebrates the release of BTS’ highly anticipated fifth studio album, ARIRANG.
Cue the goosebumps—this is history in the making.
A Worldwide Comeback, Streaming Live from Korea
For the first time ever, Netflix will livestream a global event directly from Korea, marking a major expansion of its live programming slate. Against the iconic Seoul skyline, RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook reunite onstage, performing together for the first time since completing South Korea’s mandatory military service.
Directed by Hamish Hamilton and produced by Done + Dusted, the live special promises a cinematic, emotionally charged experience that honors BTS’ roots while celebrating their next chapter.
And yes—it’s a ticketed event, with more details coming soon.
ARIRANG: A New Album, A New Era
Released on March 20, 2026, ARIRANG is BTS’ most reflective and personal body of work to date. The album explores identity, heritage, and growth—both as individuals and as a group—capturing the evolution of seven artists shaped by time, distance, and shared history.
Following the album release, BTS will launch the ARIRANG World Tour (2026–2027), spanning 34 regions and 82 shows across Asia, North and Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, and beyond. Massive? Absolutely. Meaningful? Even more so.
BTS: THE RETURN — An Intimate Look Behind the Music
Because one historic moment simply isn’t enough, Netflix will also premiere the exclusive feature-length documentary BTS: THE RETURN on March 27, 2026.
Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Bao Nguyen (The Stringer, The Greatest Night in Pop), and produced by This Machine, HYBE, and EAST Films, the documentary offers unprecedented access to BTS during their reunion process.
Filmed largely in Los Angeles, BTS: THE RETURN captures the group as they reconnect creatively after years apart—navigating doubt, joy, laughter, and rediscovery. It’s an intimate portrait of resilience and brotherhood, asking quieter questions about growth, legacy, and how to begin again without losing what came before.
Emotional, hopeful, and deeply human, the film is a story only BTS can tell.
Netflix’s Expanding Live Event Universe
BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG joins Netflix’s growing lineup of global live events, following spectacles such as WWE Raw, NFL Christmas Gameday, Paul vs Tyson, and Six Kings Slam. Looking ahead, Netflix’s live slate will include MLB games, the FIFA Women’s World Cup, and The Actor Awards—cementing its place as a home for must-watch global moments.
Event Details at a Glance
BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG
- Format: Live Special
- Premiere: March 21, 2026 | 8 PM KST
- Director: Hamish Hamilton
- Executive Producers: HYBE, BIGHIT MUSIC, Guy Carrington, Garrett English, Kevin Hermanson
- Production Company: Done + Dusted
- Platform: Netflix (Ticketed Event)
BTS: THE RETURN
Format: Feature-Length Documentary Film
Premiere: March 27, 2026
Director: Bao Nguyen
Production Companies: This Machine, HYBE, EAST Films
About BTS
BTS—short for Bangtan Sonyeondan or “Beyond the Scene”—are GRAMMY-nominated global icons whose influence extends far beyond music. Since debuting in 2013, RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook have shattered records, led cultural conversations, and built one of the most passionate fan communities in the world: ARMY.
With six No. 1 Billboard Hot 100 singles, multiple sold-out stadium tours, and honors including TIME’s Entertainer of the Year, BTS’ return with ARIRANG signals not just a comeback—but a defining moment in pop culture history.
