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  BTS are not only globally famous idols with an enormous fanbase, but they are also recognized for their musical talent and the artistic value they bring as true artists. What sets BTS apart is that their music is not confined to the traditional framework of K-pop; instead, they have consistently pushed the boundaries of the genre on a global scale, especially through collaborations with international artists and producers. BTS can be considered the K-pop group with the most collaborations with world-renowned artists and producers. The list of people they have worked with is incredibly diverse, including Halsey, Ed Sheeran, Coldplay, Lauv, The Chainsmokers, Steve Aoki, Ryuichi Sakamoto, and more. Many longtime industry veterans have also expressed hopes of collaborating with them. Recently, Jacob Collier appears to have joined the growing list of artists eager to work with BTS, sending fans into a frenzy. Born in 1994, Jacob Collier is not only a singer but also a songwriter, mult...

  "The key of the 2026 BTS tour is not attendance but pricing... Global ATP expected to be ₩270,000 (approximately $184)" There is an outlook that BTS's Full-group world tour—set to resume in 2026—will to exceed market expectations, particularly in terms of higher ticket (ATD), rather than audience size. Securities analysts predict that this tour alone could generate up to 1.4 trillion won (approximately $954,800,000,000) in revenue. Im Do-young, a researcher at Daol Investment & Securities, said on the 28th regarding HYBE: "Rather than the member shows or ticket sales volume, investors should expect a 'surprise' from an increase in ATP for the BTS tour," while maintaining a BUY investment rating and a largest share price of 420,000 won (approximately $286).  According to the report, BTS is expected to begin their full-scale tour at the end of April 2026, following an album release in March. Im stated, "Considering they announced their " Ma...

  BTS is one of the K-pop groups most open to collaborating with international artists, constantly pushing the boundaries of the genre. Many of the group's musical projects have involved singers, songwriters, producers, dancer, and choreographers from outside Korea, creating impressive intersection of music and art. Representative examples include "Boy With Luv" featuring Halsey, "My Universe" in collaboration with the British legends Coldplay, "Make IT Right" and "Permission to Dance" with contribution from Ed Sheeran, "Waste It On Me" and "Best Of Me"  produced by Steve Aoki and The Chainsmokers, as well as the striking choreographies for "Not Today," "Dope," and "Fire" created by Keone Madrid, and "Dionysus" created by Hawaiian dancer Sienna Lalau. Kany Diabaté now seem eager to join the lineup of artists who have collaborated with  BTS, as she recently expressed her desire to wor...

  BTS have had an extraordinary journey — from unknown rookies in K-pop to becoming "21st century pop icon" with unprecedented achievements, awards, and global recognition. They transcend the boundaries of K-pop and became a global phenomenon, captivating audiences worldwide with music rooted in personal stories and socially impactful messages. For many idols and young artists, BTS remain a powerful source of inspiration as well as the benchmark they aspire to reach.  At the same time, BTS do more than inspire — they also play a significant role in opening doors for emerging talent. By publicly recommending songs praising new artists, the group has created valuable opportunities for young musicians with true potential to gain visibility and even recognition for international audiences. Hanroro is a prime of a young artist whose career shifted dramatically thanks to the timely "help" of K-pop superstars.  Born in 2000, Hanroro is a talented singer-songwriter known fo...

  Being a public figure with major influence also means becoming accustomed to being judged or even criticized by the public for improper behavior or questionable attitudes. However, that does not mean tolerating those who exploit freedom of speech and online anonymity to spread misinformation, slander, or defamation on social media. Malicious words, no matter how easily typed from behind a screen, can still inflict deep harm on those who involved.  Online anonymity was originally designed to protect users' privacy, but its downside is that many bad actors take advantage of it to attack artists, using the guise of "doing good" to show hatred. This has long been one of the most difficult issues for fandoms, artists, and managements companies to address.  Fortunately, a recent update on X (formerly Twitter) is believed by many fans to offer meaningful support in dealing with anonymous accounts that specialize in spreading harmful content. The feature quickly gained widespre...

  BTS member V has been selected as the top representative visual of K-Pop by a plastic surgeon.  Plastic surgeon Lee Kyung-mook recently held an "Ideal Type World Cup" on his YouTube channel titled  "BTS, Riize, Cha Eunwoo All Gathered,"  featuring 32 idols known for representing K-Pop visuals. He chose V as the final winner, saying, "V looks cool even from a man's perspective. When male clients come in for cosmetic consultations, V's photos is overwhelming the one they bring the most often." He described V as the "wannabe star" men most want to resemble. Not only V is considered a representative K-Pop visual, but he also holds the greatest number of title for "World's Most Handsome Man," earning him the nickname "Collector of Handsome Titles." According to Google Trends, V has ranked No. 1 globally in the topic "The Most Handsome Man" over the past 10 years, proving his worldwide recognition for his vis...

  As global top-tier K-pop superstars, it's natural for BTS members to be busy with their personal schedules, especially overseas activities. This month alone, from J-Hope and V to Jungkook most recently, the members have been spotted frequently at the airport.  While V's trip to the U.S. was publicized and has already concluded, the schedule of J-Hope and Jungkook have been more mysterious. But compares to Jungkook, fans at least know that J-Hope is currently in Dubai based on what he personally shared through his Instagram post, along with speculation about several possible events he might be attending.  As for Jungkook, there have been at least two occasions this month when he traveled abroad without any media outlets reporting it: once around the 7th-10th, and more recently, from the 16th until he returned to Korea on the 19th. Normally, it isn't unusual for reporters to be present at the airport when idols depart fr or return to Korea, especially top star like Jungko...

Kang Seungyoon is widely known as the main vocalist of one of the famous third-generation boy groups, WINNER. After being absent from major stages for about four years, the male idol marked his return with a solo album titled PAGE 2, released in early November. He also preparing for his solo concert tour, PASSAGE #2 CONCERT TOUR, which is scheduled to take place in five cities in Korea and two cities in Japan, beginning on December 24-25. Meanwhile, for ARMYs, Kang Seungyoon became especially familiar after Jin shared photos of the two together in the military. Notably, he even included an adorable message: "Seungyoon-ssi, congratulations on your completion. I had great six weeks with you. You did a great job as a trainee. You will do well in your military service in your unit too. I wanted ARMYs and INNER CHILD also like it." Their unexpected friendship went viral throughout the fandom community for ak kb o long time afterward. Therefore, when Park Myung-soo met Kang again o...

  On June 13 of last year, Jin held the "Jin Greeting" event as part of the "2024 BTS FESTA" at the Jamsil Indoor Stadium in Songpa District, Seoul, where he participated in a free hug session with around 1,000 ARMYs. During this event, Ms. A, a 50 year-old Japanese woman, forcibly kissed Jin on the cheek, sparking controversy over sexual harassment. The woman not only attempted touch Jin's neck but also later published a provocative blog post recounting her experience of "forcing a kiss on an idol." In it, Ms. A wrote, "My lips touched his neck. His skin was incredibly soft." On June 19 of last year, fans collectively submitted g complaint, arguing that Ms. A had exploited the nature of the "Hug Meeting" event—where participants may find a difficult to explicitly resist or avoid certain actions—to cause feelings of sexual shame or discomfort, thereby violating moral norms. Fans accused Ms. A of committing sexual harassment and infr...

  ARMYs are likely familiar with the name Hirai Saya—the wife of veteran actor Shim Hyung-tak. Why? Because from the very first time the actor introduced her—then still his fiancée on the show Same Bed, Different Dreams — she quickly went viral on social media for her striking resemblance to Jungkook, especially during his early-debut days. Many fans even gave her nicknames such as the "female version of Jungkook" and "Jungkook's older sister."  Interestingly, the topic became so widespread that even Shim Hyungtak, his wife, and Jungkook himself became aware of it. While the actor and his wife felt honored to be associated to the BTS superstar, Jungkook appeared amused and reacted cheerfully whenever fans mentioned it.  After about two years of marriage, the couple welcomed their first child, a baby boy named Haru, in January 2025. Their first born immediately became a hot topic on social media due to his striking appearance. Fans noticed that Haru inherited man...