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Korean official criticised for seeking 'next BTS' during group's military hiatus
The South Korean government is reportedly planning to create a 'K Content Cultural Complex' backed by a 5 trillion won (over USD 3 billion) policy finance initiative. This effort aims to uncover the “new BTS” and a “second Parasite.” According to a recent Seoul Newspaper report, the vice minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism faced significant backlash for mentioning the popular K-pop group currently serving in the military. The complex is expected to become a landmark for K Content by 2035.
21 June 2024, 04:30 AM
BTS unveils mysterious 2024 Festa timeline for 11th anniversary
BTS, the beloved K-pop seven-member group, is about to celebrate its 11th anniversary this month! Fans are eagerly looking forward to the potential reunion of the members next year. To alleviate some of the longing, the oldest member, Jin, is set to return from his military service in just two weeks.
1 June 2024, 06:33 AM
BTS’ agency reminds of ‘zero-tolerance policy’ against rumour-mongers
BigHit Music, the management company for BTS, has updated fans regarding legal actions against infringements on the group's rights. Through a statement on Weverse, the agency expressed concern over the increased intensity of efforts to tarnish and slander the artistes in recent weeks. Additionally, it highlighted the excessive nature of malicious attempts to defame, humiliate, spread rumors, and disseminate groundless information about the artistes.
30 April 2024, 06:44 AM
BTS’ Indian army raises Rs 3 lakh for Palestine medical aid
In celebration of J-Hope's birthday on February 18, fans united and raised a substantial sum of approximately Rs 3 lakh for medical aid in Palestine.
30 March 2024, 05:12 AM
Shah Rukh Khan admires South Koreans, says 'Love You BTS'
Shah Rukh Khan is undeniably one of the greatest stars in Bollywood. With three consecutive releases that performed well at the box office, his recent film, “Dunki” has now hit the OTT.
15 February 2024, 07:30 AM
‘Young artistes don't say that’: Jung Yong-hwa's early impression of BTS
Jung Yong-hwa, lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist of the rock band CNBLUE, has been one of the first to witness BTS’ journey to success unfolding from the very beginning, and he recently recounted one of his earliest fond memories of the group in the popular talk show “Suchwita”.
16 January 2024, 06:36 AM
Comic book on BTS charts their rise to stardom and military service
A new comic book chronicles the rise to stardom of South Korea's K-pop music sensation BTS and their recent transition to military service.
5 January 2024, 05:24 AM
Nasa selects 3 BTS songs for 2024 lunar mission playlist
Nasa (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) has chosen three of BTS songs for the upcoming lunar mission
3 January 2024, 04:38 AM
BTS V’s birthday: From Global cafe events to Bus projects, Army’s plan surprises for his birthday
On December 30, it's not just an ordinary day – it's V's Day! As the 28-year-old vocalist of BTS, his dedicated ARMY is gearing up for a unique global celebration.
30 December 2023, 05:34 AM
Jimin makes history, has seven songs with 100 No. 1s on iTunes charts
K-pop sensation Jimin, a member of the renowned South Korean group BTS, has once again achieved a historic feat. The 28-year-old singer and dancer achieved a tremendous milestone on the global iTunes charts by being the first solo artiste worldwide to have seven songs each with 100 No. 1 ranks.
26 December 2023, 07:05 AM
BTS members rank among wealthiest shareholders in entertainment industry
BTS members have now joined the exclusive ranks of shareholders, achieving another milestone after their remarkable success in the music industry with chart-topping tracks.
21 December 2023, 05:08 AM
BTS' Jungkook sets new Billboard record again
BTS member Jungkook is maintaining chart-topping success with his “GOLDEN” songs, securing top ranks on the Billboard charts.
17 December 2023, 05:19 AM
BTS' Jungkook dethrones Taylor Swift from billboard No 1 position
The “3D” singer embarked on his solo career in 2023 and has swiftly become a formidable presence in the music industry, challenging established names.
14 December 2023, 05:03 AM
BTS' 'Spring Day' dominates charts amid Jungkook and Jimin's military enlistment
BTS' stirring 2017 song “Spring Day” has surged to the number one spot on the US iTunes charts, surpassing even Mariah Carey's enduring holiday classic, “All I Want For Christmas Is You”. Claiming the number-one spot coincides with Jungkook and Jimin commencing their compulsory military service, evoking a bittersweet blend of emotions amongst fans.
12 December 2023, 11:05 AM
BTS rules TikTok's global viewership charts in 2023
BTS has added another milestone to their achievements – they have become the most viewed male act globally on TikTok in 2023, surpassing numerous prominent Hollywood stars.
10 December 2023, 04:58 AM
GTA 6 trailer gains millions but falls short of beating BTS’ ‘Dynamite’ views, fans call for collaboration
The release of the GTA 6 trailer on December 5 has sparked widespread discussion and is likely to dominate conversations throughout the week until further updates are revealed. Notably, it quickly climbed to the top of the YouTube charts, accumulating a substantial number of views within the first 24 hours, nearly rivaling the viewership of popular K-pop content. Rockstar Games took an unexpected step by unveiling the trailer for the 2024 game 14 hours earlier than originally scheduled, responding to an online leak. In just 12 hours, the video gathered an impressive 60 million views, exceeding expectations and putting it in direct competition with BTS' hits "Butter" and "Dynamite", both of which had accumulated over 100 million views.
6 December 2023, 06:09 AM
BTS get mention in Michael Jackson documentary
K-pop sensation BTS has been featured in the highly awaited documentary "Thriller 40”, revealed on the 40th anniversary of Michael Jackson's iconic album "Thriller”.
4 December 2023, 05:32 AM
BTS' Jungkook becomes most awarded soloist at MMA 2023
The “Golden” singer won four awards during the ceremony held on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at Yeongjong Island in Incheon City, South Korea.
3 December 2023, 04:55 AM
2023 MAMA Awards: BTS wins Worldwide Fans' Choice and Icon of the Year
The two day event kicked off from November 28, Tuesday at the Tokyo Dome Stadium in Bunkyo.
29 November 2023, 04:37 AM
Watch the trailer for BTS Universe-based K-drama ‘Begins Youth’
Building upon a book about BTS, the BTS universe has now broadened its scope with the debut of a new K-drama titled "Begins Youth". This drama revolves around the fictional narrative inspired by the album of the renowned K-pop group.
27 November 2023, 05:15 AM