ItalyAt a concert in Paris by the Korean group BTS, French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte attended alongside tens of thousands of fans. The event took place at the Stade de France on July 17, 2026, where the seven-member band performed during their global tour for the album 'Arirang.' The concert drew a crowd of 80,000 people, making it one of the most attended events in the group’s history. During the performance, Macron and Brigitte were seen using lightsticks, which are common among BTS fans. The concert included patriotic moments, such as the song 'Body to Body' combined with 'Arirang,' a historically significant Korean track. The performance concluded with emotional reactions from the band members and a tribute to the cultural significance of performers who dance, sing, and entertain. The event highlighted the growing influence of South Korea's soft power through BTS, with plans for future performances in the United States.
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