BTS: News

15 Jul 2024

France

BTS's Jin makes history as Paris Olympics torchbearer, shares message

Jin, a globally recognized member of the South Korean boy band BTS, recently served as a torchbearer for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics.

08 Jul 2024

HYBE

BTS's V announces 'ARTSPACE: TYPE 1' exhibition celebrating photobook release

Kim Taehyung—popularly known by his stage name V—from the globally acclaimed K-pop group BTS, is set to mark the launch of his TYPE 1 photobook with a worldwide exhibition named ARTSPACE: TYPE 1.

03 Jul 2024

France

Paris Olympics: BTS's Jin confirmed as one of 11,000 torchbearers

BigHit Music has officially announced that BTS's Jin will be a torchbearer for the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics.

03 Jul 2024

Disney+

Disney+ announces new BTS series, 'Are You Sure?!'

Disney+ has revealed the launch of a new series, Are You Sure?!, premiering on August 8.

02 Jul 2024

J-Hope

ARMYs, BTS's Jin might carry the Torch at Paris Olympics!

BTS member Jin, recently discharged from the military, is rumored to be a torchbearer for the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics.

01 Jul 2024

K-Pop

Jin embarks on 'deserted' island for 1st post-military variety show

BTS's Jin is set to make his first variety show appearance since his military discharge, guest-starring on MBC's The Half-Star Hotel in Lost Island.

30 Jun 2024

J-Hope

Jin eagerly awaits J-Hope's military discharge, shares current activities

BTS's oldest member, Jin, recently expressed his excitement for bandmate J-Hope's upcoming military discharge in October 2024 on Weverse.

28 Jun 2024

HYBE

Ex-HYBE employees charged with insider trading before BTS's hiatus announcement

Three ex-employees of HYBE subsidiaries, identified as Mr. A (32), Mr. B (35), and Mr. C (39), are on trial for alleged insider trading linked to K-pop group BTS's military enlistment announcement in 2022.

26 Jun 2024

K-Pop

'Type 1': BTS's V unexpectedly releases photobook, not an album!

BTS member Kim Taehyung, professionally known as V, announced his new release Type 1 on Wednesday [KST].

15 Jun 2024

Jungkook

Jungkook becomes 1st Korean soloist with 7 UK chart hits

In a historic feat, BTS's Jungkook has become the first Korean soloist to have seven songs featured on the UK's official singles chart!

13 Jun 2024

Jungkook

Jin's 'hugs' to Mumbai's gala: BTS FESTA 2024 schedule, events

BTS, the global K-pop sensation, will celebrate its 11th debut anniversary on Friday with the much-anticipated BTS FESTA 2024.

12 Jun 2024

HYBE

BTS goes all out to welcome Jin, organizes 'Jin-is-Back' bash

BTS's oldest member, Kim Seok-jin, aka Jin, was officially discharged from his mandatory military service on Wednesday.

11 Jun 2024

Seoul

BTS's Jin nears end of military service, HYBE announces guidelines

BIGHIT MUSIC officially announced on Tuesday that BTS's Jin is nearing the end of his active military service and will soon be discharged.

10 Jun 2024

K-Pop

BTS to reunite privately to celebrate Jin's return from military

The globally acclaimed K-pop band, BTS, is planning a private reunion in Seoul to celebrate the discharge of their eldest member, Jin, from his military service.

09 Jun 2024

HYBE

South Korea prepares for BTS Jin's homecoming from military

As the countdown to BTS member Jin's military discharge on Wednesday (June 12) nears its end, anticipation among fans is palpable.

07 Jun 2024

HYBE

BTS's Jungkook drops new single 'Never Let Go'

BTS sensation Jungkook unveiled his latest single, Never Let Go, on Friday.

03 Jun 2024

K-Pop

Jin's 'Free Hug' event draws continued criticism despite BigHit's apology

BigHit Music, the agency managing popular K-pop group BTS, has issued an apology regarding the entry conditions for the upcoming 2024 BTS FESTA event featuring group member Jin.

03 Jun 2024

IndiGo

RM's 'Right Place, Wrong Person' scores biggest US debut yet!

BTS's RM has once again made waves in the US music scene with his new solo album Right Place, Wrong Person.

28 May 2024

Akshay Kumar

After RM's music video, Taz Singh to star in 'Ulajh' 

Taz Singh, a Sikh actor of Punjabi descent born in Glasgow, Scotland, recently gained recognition for his role in the K-pop music video LOST!. The hit song was crooned by and featured RM, the leader of the South Korean boy band BTS.

27 May 2024

HYBE

Leaked ADOR texts validate HYBE's claims, exposing internal discord

South Korean record label ADOR is once again under scrutiny following the leak of alleged text messages between its officials.

24 May 2024

K-Pop

RM's 'LOST!' MV gives insight 'inside Namjoon's brain'

Kim Namjoon, popularly known as RM and the leader of the globally acclaimed band BTS, unveiled his new title track LOST! on Friday.

23 May 2024

HYBE

HYBE's leadership reshuffle: Min Hee-jin's replacement to be announced soon

HYBE Labels, in a significant corporate reshuffle, has identified potential successors to replace Min Hee-jin and the current executive board of ADOR.

15 May 2024

SEVENTEEN

K-pop: SEVENTEEN and ILLIT secure triple crowns on Circle charts

Renowned K-pop groups SEVENTEEN and ILLIT have achieved triple crowns on the Circle Weekly and Monthly Charts, previously known as the Gaon Chart.

14 May 2024

Billie Eilish

'Bridgerton 3' features BTS, Taylor Swift tracks, plus original number 

The upcoming third season of Netflix's popular series Bridgerton is set to introduce a soundtrack filled with orchestral pop covers and, for the first time in the franchise's history, an original song.

12 May 2024

BLACKPINK

BTS, BLACKPINK face 'block out' call by award-winning Palestinian journalist

BTS and BLACKPINK—two internationally acclaimed K-pop bands—are currently facing a social media boycott as part of the "block out" movement.

11 May 2024

iTunes

BTS's RM dominates iTunes chart with 'Come Back to Me'

BTS's RM aka Kim Namjoon has achieved international acclaim with his latest solo track Come Back to Me, which has reached the number one spot on iTunes charts in 82 regions worldwide.

05 May 2024

HYBE

BTS's label HYBE faces investigation over chart-rigging scandal: Report

The South Korean government has initiated an investigation into the allegations of chart manipulation aka sajaegi against HYBE—the agency representing renowned K-pop group BTS.

02 May 2024

Music Industry

BIGHIT MUSIC shares legal update; defends BTS against false allegations

BIGHIT MUSIC, the management agency behind the global K-pop sensation BTS, has publicly refuted recent startling allegations against the band.

28 Apr 2024

K-Pop

HYBE-ADOR feud: BTS's agency enlists legal support against defamation

BIGHIT MUSIC, the company behind the global K-pop sensation BTS, announced on Sunday its plans to intensify legal action against organized campaigns aimed at defaming the group.

26 Apr 2024

Music Industry

BTS's RM announces second solo album 'Right Place, Wrong Person'

BTS's rapper and leader RM has officially announced his second solo album, Right Place, Wrong Person.

24 Apr 2024

HYBE

HYBE's clash with ADOR results in $619M market cap loss

South Korean entertainment powerhouse HYBE, globally recognized for managing K-pop group BTS, is currently wrestling with a significant 850B KRW ($619M) drop in stock value.

22 Apr 2024

HYBE

HYBE launches audit of ADOR Management, CEO Min under scrutiny

South Korean entertainment giant, HYBE, has commenced an investigation into its subsidiary music label, ADOR.

08 Apr 2024

HYBE

K-pop industry prepares for comeback after $8B equity dip: Report

The K-pop industry is preparing for a revival following a significant $8B equity dip, primarily attributed to declining album sales.

31 Mar 2024

BLACKPINK

'No confirmed plan': BLACKPINK's Jennie's label on her solo debut

News1 recently reported that BLACKPINK's Jennie is preparing for a solo comeback this summer.

28 Mar 2024

K-Pop

BTS's Suga begins basic military training 

BTS fans, it's time to assemble!

22 Mar 2024

Israel

BTS ARMY demands cancelation of Suga's movie screening in Israel

Korean boy band BTS's loyal and passionate fans, known as the ARMYs, are actively urging HYBE to cancel screenings of Suga's solo documentary SUGA | Agust D TOUR D-DAY THE MOVIE in Israel.

15 Mar 2024

Music Industry

'FRI(END)S': BTS V's new single music video out now

BTS ARMY, it's time to assemble!

06 Mar 2024

K-Pop

'D-Day: The Movie': BTS's Suga's concert film release details out

BTS ARMY, it's time to assemble!

04 Mar 2024

K-Pop

'D-100': BTS's Jin begins military discharge countdown

BTS fans are counting down the days until Jin completes his term in the South Korean military.

19 Feb 2024

J-Hope

BTS's J-Hope's new documentary, album are coming

J-Hope's birthday on Sunday brought joy to BTS fans (ARMYs) with the announcement of a double delight: a new documentary, Hope on the Street, and a six-track original soundtrack (OST) album.

16 Feb 2024

K-Pop

'I Need U': Enhypen's rendition of BTS track out now

K-pop sensation ENHYPEN has released their rendition of BTS's 2015 smash hit I Need U as part of Spotify Singles.

15 Feb 2024

K-drama

Confirmed! 'Jinny's Kitchen' returning for Season 2

Get ready for more culinary adventures as Jinny's Kitchen is set to make a comeback with its second season!

23 Jan 2024

K-Pop

Meet new K-pop group TWS, who debuted with 'Sparkling Blue'

TWS—HYBE, and PLEDIS Entertainment's new K-pop boy band—has stormed the music scene with their debut mini-album Sparkling Blue.

22 Jan 2024

K-Pop

K-pop: TXT unveils 'FANLIVE PRESENT X TOGETHER' for fifth-anniversary bash

On March 4, K-pop group TXT will mark its fifth anniversary since debuting with The Dream Chapter: Star in 2019.

22 Jan 2024

K-Pop

Record-breaking! NewJeans's 'Get Up' marks 25 weeks on Billboard 200

K-pop girl band NewJeans has achieved an incredible milestone with their mini album Get Up, which has now charted for 25 consecutive weeks on the US Billboard 200.

16 Jan 2024

Music Industry

BTS's RM and V look dapper in military uniform

BTS fans, rejoice! RM recently shared a glimpse of his and V's military life on Instagram, posting photos of the duo in uniform.

30 Dec 2023

South Korea

Historic first-day sales to chart-topping debut: BTS V's record-breaking achievements

Kim Taehyung, aka V, is a multifaceted K-pop artist who has captivated audiences with his prowess in singing, dancing, rapping, songwriting, and acting.

30 Dec 2023

Music Industry

Bram Inscore (41), renowned songwriter and producer, dies by suicide

Bram Inscore, a gifted songwriter, producer, and musician who collaborated with stars like Beck, Troye Sivan, and BTS, tragically died at the age of 41.

26 Dec 2023

Music Industry

UMI-BTS V collaborate on 'wherever u r'; release date inside

Get ready, BTS fans! V is joining forces with American R&B sensation UMI for a swoon-worthy new song called wherever u r.

24 Dec 2023

Jungkook

Why The Camp app removed BTS from 'star soldier' list

All seven members of the K-pop group BTS are currently fulfilling their mandatory military service.

23 Dec 2023

K-Pop

Explainer: Decoding why K-pop star's hair color sparks global attention

If you're following Bigg Boss Season 17, you have likely caught the surprise wildcard entry of K-pop sensation Aoora.

21 Dec 2023

Disney+ Hotstar

Best Disney+ Hotstar documentaries of the year 2023

Step into the world of captivating narratives, thought-provoking storytelling, and real-life adventures with the best documentaries of 2023 on Disney+ Hotstar.

20 Dec 2023

OTT releases

OTT: 'BTS Monuments: Beyond The Star' is streaming now

BTS is one of the most followed K-pop groups in the world and they have changed the face of the genre globally. The stars are currently on a hiatus as a group and fans are awaiting their comeback, likely in 2025.

15 Dec 2023

K-Pop

BTS's 'No More Dream' enters US iTunes Top-10; creates record

BTS is undoubtedly the poster boy of K-pop around the globe. The boyband has attained global stardom and has been breaking records and surpassing milestones ever since its debut in 2013.

12 Dec 2023

Jungkook

BTS: Jimin, Jungkook enlist, receive heartfelt send-off from J-Hope, Suga

The emotional rollercoaster continued for BTS's ARMY as Jimin and Jungkook became the final two members to enlist for mandatory military service on Tuesday.

11 Dec 2023

K-Pop

K-pop: BTS members reunite as V, RM begin military service

All BTS members came together in Nonsan, South Korea as V and RM joined the Nonsan Army Recruit Training Center on Monday to embark on their military journey.

11 Dec 2023

K-Pop

BTS V shares buzz cut photos with Jungkook; pens note

BTS stars RM, V, Jungkook, and Jimin are preparing to enlist in the military on Monday and Tuesday, marking a significant milestone for the group.

05 Dec 2023

K-Pop

Confirmed! BTS's V to star in IU's upcoming music video

BTS's V is set to join forces with K-pop sensation IU for her forthcoming music video. After media reports emerged stating the same, the agencies of both the artists confirmed it on Tuesday.

04 Dec 2023

Happy Birthday

Happy Birthday, Jin: Lesser-known facts about BTS's eldest member

Meet Kim Seok-jin, aka Jin, the charismatic and talented member of the K-pop group BTS.

03 Dec 2023

K-Pop

Explainer: Decoding K-pop universe of fandom jargon and culture

Step into the mesmerizing world of K-pop, where the beats are as electrifying as the fandom culture.

02 Dec 2023

K-Pop

Explainer: How BTS's military service could impact South Korea's economy

BTS fans were heartbroken as BigHit announced the enlistment of RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook last month.

29 Nov 2023

K-Pop

BTS's Jimin, RM, V, Jungkook military enlistment date out: Report

BTS's ardent fans are quite emotional as the remaining members, namely RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook are set to enlist in the military for their mandatory service soon.

29 Nov 2023

OTT releases

'BTS Monuments: Beyond The Star' trailer explores life beyond glamor

Get ready, BTS fans, a new docu-series is about to premiere soon.

28 Nov 2023

Jungkook

BTS Jungkook's 'Dreamers' music video surpasses 200M views on YouTube

BTS's Jungkook has hit another major milestone on YouTube, with his music video for the FIFA World Cup 2022 Soundtrack Dreamers (featuring Fahad Al Kubaisi) crossing 200M views on Tuesday at around 7:00am KST.

27 Nov 2023

Celebrity

BTS's V, Lee Min-ho, Lee Jung-jae pose with Riccardo Tisci

South Korean stars BTS's V, Lee Min-ho, and Lee Jung-jae recently had a photo session with famed fashion designer Riccardo Tisci.

22 Nov 2023

Jungkook

'I feel heavy': BTS's Jungkook confirms December enlistment, shares note

On Wednesday, BTS's vocalist Jungkook announced on Weverse that he will be enlisting in the military in December.

22 Nov 2023

K-Pop

RM, Jimin, Jungkook, V to enlist—when will BTS members return

Three members of the phenomenal K-pop group BTS, namely Jin, J-Hope, and Suga, are currently serving in the military.

11 Nov 2023

K-Pop

Why BTS-leader RM's now-deleted picture is at center of controversy

K-pop sensation BTS's leader Kim Nam-joon—widely known as RM—sparked a stir on Saturday when he shared a picture of himself smoking on his Instagram Stories.

09 Nov 2023

Music Concert

'Golden': BTS's Jungkook performing at Times Square? ARMYs think so

BTS fans monitor every minute detail about their favorite K-pop stars.

08 Nov 2023

K-Pop

Why is BTS's Jungkook missing from MAMA Awards 2023 lineup

MAMA Awards is one of the most celebrated awards in the K-pop industry. However, there was some discontent regarding this year's lineup.

06 Nov 2023

K-Pop

BTS Jungkook releases 'Standing Next to You: The Remixes' album

BTS's Jungkook has taken over the world with the release of GOLDEN.