BTS Announces Historic Netflix Live Stream and Documentary

K-pop superstars BTS to perform live from Seoul and release new album 'Arirang' with behind-the-scenes documentary on Netflix.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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BTS have announced a special live stream performance titled 'BTS The Comeback Live | Arirang' that will air exclusively on Netflix on March 21st, marking the first-ever live event broadcast from Korea to be livestreamed globally. The group will also release a new 14-track album called 'Arirang' on March 20th, followed by a Netflix documentary film 'BTS: The Return' premiering on March 27th that offers fans a rare behind-the-scenes look at the making of the album.

Why it matters

This announcement solidifies BTS's global superstar status, as they continue to push the boundaries of K-pop by partnering with a major streaming platform like Netflix for a historic live performance and documentary. The new album 'Arirang' also represents the group's reflections on their roots, journey, and universal themes of longing and love.

The details

The live stream performance 'BTS The Comeback Live | Arirang' will air on Netflix on March 21st at 8pm KST/6am ET/3am PT, with the group performing live from the Gwanghwamun in Seoul. The 14-track album 'Arirang' is set for release on March 20th, marking BTS's fifth studio album. The Netflix documentary 'BTS: The Return' will premiere on March 27th, offering fans a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the new album.

  • The live stream performance 'BTS The Comeback Live | Arirang' will air on Netflix on March 21, 2026 at 8pm KST/6am ET/3am PT.
  • BTS's new album 'Arirang' will be released on March 20, 2026.
  • The Netflix documentary 'BTS: The Return' will premiere on March 27, 2026.

The players

BTS

A popular K-pop boy band that has achieved global superstar status, known for their music, choreography, and social impact.

Netflix

A major global streaming platform that is partnering with BTS to exclusively air the live stream performance and documentary.

BigHit

The record label that represents BTS and announced details about the new album 'Arirang' and world tour.

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What they’re saying

“Arirang' sets out the direction the members will take moving forward. The members were deeply involved throughout the songwriting and production process, infusing their own thoughts and identities while expressing the emotions and reflections they experienced along their journey.”

— BigHit, BTS's record label (dailyfly.com)

What’s next

Tickets for BTS's upcoming world tour, which the group is calling "the largest world tour in K-pop history", are now sold out. The tour will span 34 cities and 79 shows across Asia, North America, Europe, Latin America, and Australia, kicking off on April 9th in Goyang, South Korea.

The takeaway

BTS continues to push the boundaries of K-pop, solidifying their status as global superstars through innovative partnerships with major streaming platforms like Netflix. The new album 'Arirang' and accompanying live stream and documentary offer fans unprecedented access and insight into the group's creative process and reflections on their journey.