Summary
A comeback concert by the K-pop group BTS was streamed live on Netflix, attracting 18.4 million viewers worldwide. This event marked the first time all seven members performed together since 2022 and kicked off their world tour.
Key Facts
- The BTS concert was streamed live on Netflix to 18.4 million viewers globally.
- This was the first performance by all seven BTS members since their military service break in 2022.
- The concert was held at Gwanghwamun Square in South Korea and attended by about 104,000 people.
- Concertgoers needed free tickets to enter the main venue, while others watched on nearby screens.
- Hybe's stock fell by 15.5% after the concert.
- Strict security measures included deploying 7,000 police officers and SWAT units with anti-drone systems.
- The Netflix broadcast ranked first in 24 countries.
- BTS and their label, Hybe, are projected to generate over $1 billion from their reunion activities.
