BTS to Release Live Comeback Concert and Documentary on Netflix

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After a two-year break due to military service, the global K-pop group BTS is making a major comeback in 2026. The group will release a new 14-track album titled 'ARIRANG' on March 20, and has partnered with Netflix to livestream a special comeback concert performance on March 21 as well as release a feature-length documentary film on March 27 that goes behind the scenes of the album's creation.

Why it matters

BTS is one of the biggest musical acts in the world, with a massive global fanbase known as the 'ARMY'. Their return to music after military service is a highly anticipated event, and the partnership with Netflix will allow their fans around the world to experience their comeback in real-time through the livestreamed concert, as well as get an intimate look at the group's creative process through the documentary film.

The details

The live concert performance titled 'BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG' will take place at the historic Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul, South Korea and will stream globally on Netflix on March 21 at 3pm UAE time. The concert will feature both new tracks from the 'ARIRANG' album as well as some of BTS' biggest hits. Additionally, the documentary film 'BTS: THE RETURN, DOCUMENTARY FILM' directed by Bao Nguyen will be released on Netflix on March 27, providing an inside look at the making of the 'ARIRANG' album.

• BTS will release their new 14-track album 'ARIRANG' on March 20, 2026.
• The live 'BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG' concert will stream on Netflix on March 21, 2026 at 3pm UAE time.
• The documentary film 'BTS: THE RETURN, DOCUMENTARY FILM' will be released on Netflix on March 27, 2026.

What’s next

BTS will kick off their world tour in support of the 'ARIRANG' album with three back-to-back shows in Goyang, South Korea from April 9-12, 2026. They will then perform in cities across Asia, North America, and Europe throughout the rest of 2026 and into 2027.