BTS is back with a new album "ARIRANG" and a 2026 world tour after nearly four years off the stage. The South Korean boy band formed in 2010, features Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook.
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In 2025, K-pop's global influence was highlighted by a hit Netflix film and chart-topping songs, but industry disputes, notably involving NewJeans, reveal ongoing tensions between creative innovation and corporate control. Meanwhile, South Korea's gaming sector has rapidly expanded, transforming gaming into a legitimate and lucrative industry.
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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung met in Nara for a summit, which included a surprise drum session symbolizing improved relations amid regional tensions. They discussed economic security, regional cooperation, and visited cultural sites, signaling a move toward closer ties.
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BTS revealed plans for a new album releasing on March 20 and a global tour from April 2026 to March 2027. The tour includes over 70 dates across multiple continents, with UK shows scheduled for July. The group completed mandatory military service in South Korea, marking their return to music and live performances after a hiatus.
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BTS's upcoming world tour, starting in April 2026, has caused high demand with most shows selling out quickly. Fans in South Korea, Mexico, and globally are scrambling for tickets amid limited availability and resale market activity. The tour supports their new album 'ARIRANG' and marks their return after a three-year hiatus.
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BTS performed their first concert in over four years in Seoul, livestreamed on Netflix, to debut their new album 'Arirang.' The album reflects Korean identity and resilience, blending traditional motifs with modern pop, and marks their return after military service hiatus. The event underscores BTS's ongoing influence in global and Korean culture.