The live broadcast of BTS‘s comeback performance in Gwanghwamun has reached the number one spot on Netflix’s Top TV Shows.
BTS’s ‘BTS THE COMEBACK LIVEL ARIRANG’ secured the top position on FlixPatrol’s chart of TOP 10 on Netflix in the World on March 22nd, ranking first in 77 out of 93 countries where data was collected.
Globally, the show topped charts in the United States and South Korea, as well as in Argentina, Australia, Austria, Brazil, Canada, Chile, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, the Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan and the United Kingdom.
However, it is important to note that this figure does not include viewership numbers from the live broadcast itself. Instead, it reflects only the playback count of the recorded performance from the day after the live event.
Meanwhile, the event itself had some disruptions. Due to crowd control concerns, the Seoul Metropolitan Government blocked access to certain subway stations and 31 buildings near the venue. Seoul citizens had to go through metal detectors and body searches, similar to airport security, which led to some frustration. There were also conflicting reports on the number of attendees, with the police estimating 42,000 and HYBE claiming 104,000.
The full text of his message is provided below:
“Hello, this is BTS.
After four long years, we’re finally back together, facing you all in the meaningful space of Gwanghwamun. We want to thank everyone who supported us and made this comeback stage possible, ensuring that it went smoothly and safely.
First, we extend our deepest gratitude to the police, fire departments, government officials, and local authorities who worked tirelessly to make sure the event was safe despite the huge crowd.
We also sincerely apologize and thank the citizens, businesses, and office workers around Gwanghwamun who had to endure the inconvenience of traffic control, noise, and other disruptions. Your warm support and understanding meant so much to us, and we will carry that kindness in our hearts forever.
Above all, we are so thankful to our beloved ARMY, our pride and everything to us. Thank you for believing in us and waiting for us with unwavering hearts all this time. When we heard your cheers echoing through the square, our hearts were filled with joy and the realization that we’ve finally returned. We were deeply moved by how you enjoyed the performance, showing such care and respect for each other despite the large crowd. You are always our greatest source of pride. We also send our heartfelt love and thanks to ARMYs worldwide who shared this special moment with us through their screens.
This Gwanghwamun stage wasn’t just ours; it was made possible by the dedication of those ensuring our safety, the understanding of the citizens, and the endless love of ARMY.
We will forever remember the incredible love and support you’ve given us, and we promise to continue creating music that resonates more deeply as we move forward in our journey. We hope the memories of today will remain a cherished gift in your lives for a long time.
We were truly overjoyed. Thank you.
March 21, 2026
From BTS”
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