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260,000 Expected at BTS Concert Amid Heightened Security

3/17/2026

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South Korean President Lee Jae-myung urged heightened security for BTS's free Seoul concert on March 21.
The event is expected to attract about 260,000 attendees and marks BTS's first album release in over three years.
Authorities will deploy 4,800 police officers and 3,400 officials to ensure safety and manage emergencies.
The concert will be streamed on Netflix to 190 countries.
Interior Minister Yun Ho-jung said non-ticket holders may attend.

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South Korean President Lee Jae-myung urged heightened security for BTS's free Seoul concert on March 21.
The event is expected to attract about 260,000 attendees and marks BTS's first album release in over three years.
Authorities will deploy 4,800 police officers and 3,400 officials to ensure safety and manage emergencies.
The concert will be streamed on Netflix to 190 countries.
Interior Minister Yun Ho-jung said non-ticket holders may attend.