BTS members RM and Jin have asked ARMY to remain calm and follow safety guidance ahead of the group’s much-anticipated comeback concert in Seoul, a show that has prompted the city to raise its terror alert and deploy thousands of officers for crowd control.

What happened — and why it matters now

In Weverse posts on March 19, 2026, RM and Jin urged fans to act “orderly” and follow the instructions of field staff and safety personnel at Gwanghwamun Square, where the free comeback performance will mark the launch weekend for BTS’s new album ARIRANG.

The request comes as Seoul elevated its terror alert by one step to the second-lowest level on a four-step scale and prepared for as many as 260,000 people to gather around the concert site on March 21.

Who, when and where

  • Who: BTS (RM, Jin and the rest of the septet), addressing ARMY fans.
  • When: The free comeback concert is scheduled for March 21, 2026; the album ARIRANG is due to drop the day before.
  • Where: Gwanghwamun Square, central Seoul, with a Netflix livestream available for fans who can’t attend.

City response and safety measures

Seoul plans a major mobilization for the event: roughly 6,500 police officers, 70 riot control units and 5,400 pieces of specialized equipment will be positioned to manage the crowds, according to local reporting cited by Billboard.

RM’s message asked fans to ensure everyone can “enjoy the performance safely and joyfully,” while Jin thanked emergency services and urged attendees to prioritize safety. Those appeals align with the city’s decision to raise the alert level and its extensive on-the-ground preparations.

What comes next for BTS

After the Seoul show — which Netflix will stream — BTS will travel to New York City for a Spotify fan event on March 23, where they will perform and answer questions. Two days later they are scheduled to appear on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon for their first late-night interview together since completing military service; they will also perform ARIRANG tracks across back-to-back episodes.

Context

This is the group’s first full-group concert since October 2022, when BTS performed in Busan before members began staggered military enlistments and pursued solo projects. The comeback has generated intense anticipation from fans and the global music industry.

Fan and industry reaction

While many ARMY members have expressed excitement for the return, the band’s public safety pleas signal an awareness of the logistical and security challenges of a free, large-scale outdoor event. The Netflix stream and U.S. TV appearances will let international audiences follow the comeback weekend closely.

What to watch

  • March 21: Seoul comeback concert at Gwanghwamun Square (livestream on Netflix).
  • March 23: Spotify fan event in New York City.
  • March 25: Appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, with performances of ARIRANG songs on consecutive episodes.

Authorities and BTS both emphasize that order and cooperation will shape whether the comeback weekend is remembered primarily for the music — and not the security challenges that surround such a vast public gathering.