While BTS has staged a high-profile comeback concert, the viewing experience for fans tuning in through Netflix was marred by technical shortcomings, with poorly synchronized subtitles drawing widespread criticism. Complaints over subtitle issues quickly spread across social media and online communities, as viewers voiced frustration with the live stream. “English subtitles were out of sync and hard to follow,” one user wrote on Reddit. “Even half a day later, Netflix hasn’t fixed the crappy subtitles.” “BTS COMEBACK LIVE: ARIRANG” marked Netflix’s first-ever global live event and music performance to be broadcasted globally from Korea, reaching audiences in 190 countries. However, at the outset, subtitles were out of sync with the members’ remarks, falling short of expectations among both domestic and international viewers. As the concert progressed, synchronization issues persisted, with subtitles frequently appearing after songs had already concluded. “I had high expectations for how well Netflix would handle the BTS live broadcast, but the audio and subtitle synchr