Everything you need to know about BTS's comeback tour
The megastars kick off their grandest tour, the largest in K-pop history, in Seoul on Thursday after a nearly four-year hiatus.
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The megastars kick off their grandest tour, the largest in K-pop history, in Seoul on Thursday after a nearly four-year hiatus.
Tickets for BTS's comeback concert in Seoul sold out almost immediately, with authorities expecting around 260,000 fans to attend.
BTS announced a new world tour starting in April 2026, marking their return after a nearly four-year hiatus due to mandatory military service.
Seoul increased security measures ahead of BTS's comeback concert, expecting a crowd of up to 260,000 fans.
BTS released their new album 'Arirang' ahead of their comeback concert in Seoul, reflecting on their Korean roots.
BTS returns with a live Netflix concert, new album 'Arirang,' and a documentary, marking their first performance in nearly four years.
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