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BTS Reunites with Free Seoul Concert and New Album, Attendance Falls Short

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BTS held a free reunion concert at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul on Saturday, marking their first full-group performance in nearly four years.

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The concert was livestreamed on Netflix to over 190 countries.

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BTS had been on hiatus since 2022 while members completed mandatory military service.

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What were the exact viewership numbers for the Netflix livestream of the concert?
What specific financial losses did local businesses incur due to the extensive security measures?
How much did the security preparations cost in total, including all public and private expenditures?
What impact did the lower attendance have on BTS's planned world tour and future events?
What official investigation or review, if any, will be conducted into the planning and resource allocation for the event?
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