BTS sends special message to Indian ARMY ahead of ARIRANG album release | STREAMING DETAILS INSIDE
Indian fans of global K-pop sensation BTS received a special treat this week as the seven-member band addressed them directly ahead of their highly anticipated comeback. The group is set to release their new album ‘Arirang’ on March 20, marking their first major project since completing mandatory military service.
In a short video posted by Netflix India, the members greeted Indian fans with a warm “Hello India” message and invited the ARMY to join a special global livestream celebrating the band’s return.
BTS sends message to Indian ARMY
The clip features all seven members – RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook – expressing their excitement. The video begins with the group enthusiastically saying, “Hello, India!”, before RM encourages fans to join the upcoming broadcast:
“Watch BTS The Comeback Live | ARIRANG on March 21st live only on Netflix.”
The members conclude the message together with a cheerful sign-off: “See you on Netflix,” prompting an immediate buzz on social media among Indian ARMY.
Livestream timing in India
For fans in India, the livestream will start at 4:30 pm IST on March 21, coinciding with the concert beginning at 8:00 pm KST in Seoul. The event will be broadcast globally on Netflix, allowing fans in different regions to experience the comeback celebration simultaneously.
BTS World Tour ARIRANG in Indian cinemas
While India is not part of the BTS World Tour ARIRANG stops, fans in the country can still enjoy the performances through special cinematic screenings. Hosted by PVR INOX Pictures, the live viewings will take place in theatres across India on:
- April 11, 2026 at 3:15 pm
- April 18, 2026 at 11:15 am
The screenings will feature live performances from major tour stops, including Goyang, South Korea, and Tokyo, Japan, giving Indian fans an opportunity to celebrate the reunion with fellow ARMY members on the big screen.
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Significance of the ARIRANG comeback
The ARIRANG era marks the first time all seven members are performing together as a full group after completing military service. The comeback concert, staged at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul, is expected to draw over 200,000 fans and highlights BTS’ connection to Korean culture and heritage.
The album ‘Arirang’ features 14 tracks, including ‘Body to Body’, ‘Hooligan’, ‘Aliens’, ‘FYA’, ‘2.0’, ‘No. 29’, ‘SWIM’, ‘Merry Go Round’, ‘NORMAL’, ‘Like Animals’, ‘They Don’t Know ‘Bout Us’, ‘One More Night’, ‘Please’, and ‘Into the Sun’. The songs explore themes of growth, reflection, and reunion, while the title itself draws inspiration from a traditional Korean folk song symbolising longing and togetherness.
Global streaming schedule
Fans worldwide can watch the livestream according to the following timings:
- South Korea: 8:00 PM KST
- India: 4:30 PM IST
- United States (ET): 7:00 AM
- United Kingdom: 11:00 AM
- Philippines: 7:00 PM PHT
Following the concert, Netflix will release a special documentary, ‘BTS: The Return’, on March 27, giving fans an exclusive look at the band’s journey back to the stage after military service.
BTS ARIRANG World Tour
The ARIRANG world tour will span 34 cities with 82 shows, beginning with performances in Goyang and Tokyo. For Indian fans, the cinematic screenings provide a rare chance to experience the excitement of a BTS concert in a shared theatre environment, creating a communal celebration of the band’s historic reunion.