RM is 'philosophical', Suga wonders if he will always be an idol
The documentary also explores philosophical and emotional thoughts within the group, particularly through conversations with leader Kim Nam-joon aka RM. Nguyen recalled a striking moment during filming when RM spoke about the Greek concepts of "chronos" and "kairos" - measured time versus lived, meaningful moments. The director called RM 'philosophical and wise'.
Another significant theme in BTS: The Return is the passage of time and the members' evolving identities. Having spent over a decade together, the group is now entering what Nguyen describes as a "2.0 phase." Bao revealed that Suga openly questioned whether he would continue making music into old age when he is 'old, grey'.

Other members, including Kim Tae-hyung aka V, also talk about on personal growth, pondering how much they have changed over the years. As per the director, V admits that things around him are changing, but questions if he has changed at all.
For the uninitiated, BTS: The Return is a Netflix documentary releasing March 27 that will show BTS' return to music after their military service, focussing mostly on the creation of their fifth album, ARIRANG. It features 'BTS' footage of the members collaborating after 4 years in Los Angeles after their military service.