{"id":4935,"date":"2026-02-04T22:06:19","date_gmt":"2026-02-04T13:06:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bongonakpop.com\/?p=4935"},"modified":"2026-02-04T22:06:19","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T13:06:19","slug":"seoul-gears-up-for-bts-comeback-hailing-return-of-the-kings-as-a-golden-opportunity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bongonakpop.com\/?p=4935","title":{"rendered":"Seoul Gears Up for BTS Comeback, Hailing &#8216;Return of the Kings&#8217; as a &#8216;Golden Opportunity&#8217;"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\ubc29\ud0c4\uc18c\ub144\ub2e8 \" height=\"366\" src=\"https:\/\/image.xportsnews.com\/contents\/images\/upload\/article\/2026\/0204\/1770186889493582.jpg\" width=\"550\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Seoul is making thorough preparations for BTS&#8217;s comeback performance.<\/p>\n<p>On the 4th, Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon held a meeting at City Hall to review issues concerning the BTS comeback event, discussing comprehensive plans to ensure citizen safety and welcome global fans.<\/p>\n<p>Mayor Oh remarked, &#8220;It seems the entire nation is waiting. The return of the kings is near,&#8221; referring to BTS&#8217;s upcoming comeback event and noting that the group is preparing for their comeback after fulfilling their national duty and reuniting as a full group.<\/p>\n<p>He added, &#8220;This event is very necessary for Seoul and should be welcomed. Furthermore, its staging in Gwanghwamun Square, the heart of Seoul, presents a significant opportunity for the city.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Mayor Oh also noted, &#8220;BTS has been instrumental in helping Seoul achieve its goal of becoming a &#8216;Fun City&#8217; with 20 million annual tourists, having served as the city&#8217;s honorary tourism ambassadors from 2017 until their military enlistment in 2023.&#8221; He welcomed the comeback performance at Gwanghwamun.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" height=\"503\" src=\"https:\/\/image.xportsnews.com\/contents\/images\/upload\/article\/2026\/0204\/1770186918039808.jpg\" width=\"550\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Additionally, he emphasized the need to carefully manage security, traffic flow, and address potential inconveniences for citizens.<\/p>\n<p>He urged thorough preparations to ensure a safe and pleasant environment for a joyful festival on March 21, during the transition from winter to spring, anticipating many citizens to visit Gwanghwamun Square.<\/p>\n<p>Mayor Oh called for efficient cooperation with the police to minimize traffic and pedestrian inconveniences, and urged department heads to focus on thorough pre-event inspections.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, BTS will release their fifth studio album &#8216;ARIRANG&#8217; on March 21 and return. As they come back after a break of about 3 years and 9 months, the world is closely watching their moves.<\/p>\n<p>On the day of their comeback, they will hold a performance at Gwanghwamun Square to celebrate the release of their new album. Netflix will broadcast the performance live to viewers in over 190 countries.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Seoul is making thorough preparations for BTS&#8217;s comeback performance. On the 4th, Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon held a meeting at City Hall to review issues concerning the BTS comeback event, discussing comprehensive plans to ensure citizen safety and welcome global fans. Mayor Oh remarked, &#8220;It seems the entire nation is waiting. 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