On June 26, 2026, BTS launched the European segment of their ARIRANG World Tour with a pair of sold-out performances at Riyadh Air Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid, Spain. Following the concert, social media platforms were flooded with videos and photos capturing the band’s performances and interactions with their fans.
One particular clip featuring BTS member V, also known as Kim Taehyung, gained rapid popularity online. The moment unfolded during their performance of Idol, as the members left the main stage and traversed the stadium floor in a procession segment. Flanked by dancers waving themed flags, the group mingled with fans while circling the floor section before returning to the stage.
During this interaction, fan-recorded videos caught a concertgoer near the barricade blowing kisses toward the members. Taking notice, Taehyung paused by the barricade, gesturing for the fan to open their mouth before pouring water from his bottle into it. He then smiled and continued along the route.
This unexpected interaction quickly became one of the evening’s highlights. Fans from various sections shared clips from different angles, with the videos quickly spreading across platforms like X and TikTok. Many expressed surprise and excitement over the brief exchange, with some jokingly wishing they had been in the fan’s position. One fan humorously commented,
“Taehyung what is this behaviour”
The clip continued to gain momentum online as fans discussed the incident. Several remarked on the disbelief of the interaction, dubbing the fan “lucky”.
Other fans humorously said they couldn’t get over the unexpected moment, with some joking that Taehyung responded to a fan’s kisses by pouring water into their mouth.
BTS delivers 23-song set and heartfelt messages at first ARIRANG World Tour concert in Madrid
BTS performed in Madrid for the first time, marking the start of their European tour. The seven-member band presented a 23-song setlist that spanned various phases of their career, blending recent hits with classic favorites. A standout moment of the evening was the surprise song segment, where BTS revisited Airplane Pt.2 from their 2018 album Love Yourself: Tear and Outro: Wings from the 2017 album You Never Walk Alone. These performances were met with enthusiastic responses from the audience.
As the concert drew to a close, each member took the opportunity to address the crowd, expressing gratitude for the warm reception in the Spanish capital. RM, the group’s leader, praised the audience’s enthusiasm, noting that their energy surpassed the summer heat and thanked everyone for their warm welcome.
Jin introduced himself lightheartedly and inquired if the fans enjoyed the show. He expressed gratitude for the fans’ incredible energy throughout the night and wished everyone a safe journey home.
SUGA shared that Spain had always been a place he wanted to visit, and the mix of local culture, food, and the audience’s passion made the concert unforgettable. He reminisced about pre-pandemic BTS concerts and expressed excitement for their second Madrid show.
j-hope was taken aback by the audience’s enthusiasm and wondered why BTS had not visited Spain sooner. He expressed a desire to include Spain in future tours, suggesting it should be one of the first stops next time.
Jimin repeatedly commended the crowd’s energy, affectionately calling them “crazy.” Speaking in Spanish, he reflected on the group’s first concert in Madrid, expressing surprise at why they hadn’t performed there earlier. He thanked fans for a memorable night and hoped they would return for future tours.
Taehyung delivered his closing remarks mostly in Spanish, sharing that visiting Madrid had been a long-standing dream and hoped to also visit Barcelona. He thanked the fans for their enthusiastic support and expressed gratitude for the warm welcome.
Jungkook admitted he was concerned about the intense heat before the concert began but hoped fans enjoyed the performance comfortably. He said the audience’s loud singing and cheers made it hard for him to stop smiling and expressed eagerness for the second Madrid concert.
Following the opening night, BTS is set to perform a second and final concert at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano Stadium on June 27, before continuing the European leg of the ARIRANG World Tour.
Edited by Adrija Chakraborty
