BTS comeback concert on Netflix draws 18.4m global viewers
The livestreamed show saw the band perform together for the first time since October 2022.
Coverage by Political Leaning
See how different sides of the spectrum reported this story
Key People
Alex Honnold is an American rock climber renowned for his free solo climbs.
BTS is a globally popular South Korean boy band known for their music and cultural impact.
Hybe is the entertainment company behind the K-pop group BTS.
Lee Jae Myung is the President of South Korea.
Locations
Tags
All Coverage
The livestreamed show saw the band perform together for the first time since October 2022.
BTS's comeback concert in Seoul on March 22, 2026, attracted 18.4 million viewers on Netflix, topping the charts in 24 countries. The event marked the start of their world tour and the release of their new album 'Arirang'.
Hybe's shares dropped by 15.5% following BTS's free comeback concert in Seoul, which attracted 104,000 attendees, fewer than the anticipated 250,000. Despite this, the group's 82-date world tour is sold out, and their comeback album 'Arirang' sold nearly 4 million copies on its first day.
Similar Stories
Related coverage based on topic and tags
Reading and Leeds Festival unveils major overhaul, but will it draw in a new crowd?
BBC Newsbeat has spoken with festival-goers to see whether they feel the changes will attract a wider demographic.
August 28, 2026 at 06:33 AMSamsung Electronics shares fall after shareholder return announcement - Reuters
Samsung Electronics shares fall after shareholder return announcement Reuters
August 24, 2026 at 12:18 AMMass arrests in global crackdown on West African cyber-crime networks
The operation included the arrest of 39 people in South Africa for romance and investment scams.
August 25, 2026 at 07:30 PMCharli XCX electrifies Reading Festival with era-spanning set
The British singer and Irish rock band Fontaines DC both headlined the first night of Reading for 2026.
August 28, 2026 at 11:34 PM'I'm heartbroken' - Fans react to Dolly Parton's death
The BBC spoke to gatherers at her Hollywood star in Los Angeles, and fans in Washington DC about the music icon's impact.
August 25, 2026 at 11:21 PMIs Vine back? Short-form video-sharing app Divine opens to public
The app lets users create six-second looping videos and hosts more than two million classic videos.
August 20, 2026 at 04:58 PM