BTS’s Seoul comeback concert drew global fans, sold out light sticks, and highlighted cultural and fan unity.

BTS’s highly anticipated comeback concert in Seoul drew global attention, marking their first major performance in nearly four years. Held at Gwanghwamun Square near the historic Gyeongbokgung Palace, the free event featured songs from their new album “ARIRANG” and was livestreamed worldwide. Official Army Bomb light sticks, originally priced at $33.67, sold out, driving resale prices up to six times their original value. The concert highlighted BTS’s enduring global influence and the passionate dedication of their fanbase, the ARMY, who use light sticks as symbols of unity. The event also underscored the cultural significance of the venue, previously linked to political protests.