<p>Beating PSY<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bts-dynamite-beats-psys-gangnam-style-for-this-billboard-record-354869"> with their latest release</a> ‘Dynamite’, Korean pop band BTS continue to rule Billboard with their hit singles and albums. What they also work relentlessly on is their equation with their fans globally, called ARMY collectively.&nbsp;</p>

<p>One such throwback memory is that of<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/bts"> BTS </a>giving a surprise to their fans on the sets of American sitcom Friends. The event took place when the K pop band BTS went on Ellen DeGeneres’ show in 2018. It was Ellen’s idea to send the group on the sets of Friends where they would hide behind the coffee counter at Central Perk and surprise their fans who would be taking the tour.</p>

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<p>Lasting only 2 minutes and 45 seconds long, the BTS video has the K pop band surprising its fans who break into wild cheer with some even crying. Interestingly, the video has garnered over 19 million views on YouTube.</p>

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<p>Apparently, the ‘Friends’ show played a vital role in BTS leader RM’s life. The South Korean rapper learnt the English language through the sitcom that was massively popular all over the world.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-bts-singer-jungkook-buys-house-worth-7-billion-near-indian-embassy-residence-in-south-korea-354431" hreflang="en">BTS singer Jungkook buys house worth $7 billion near Indian embassy residence in South Korea</a></p>

<p>Members of BTS also received some Friends merchandise when they appeared on Ellen DeGeneres’ show in 2017 for the first time.</p>


Beating PSY with their latest release ‘Dynamite’, Korean pop band BTS continue to rule Billboard with their hit singles and albums. What they also work relentlessly on is their equation with their fans globally, called ARMY collectively.

Beating PSY with their latest release ‘Dynamite’, Korean pop band BTS continue to rule Billboard with their hit singles and albums. What they also work relentlessly on is their equation with their fans globally, called ARMY collectively. One such throwback memory is that of BTS giving a surprise to their fans on the sets of American sitcom Friends. The event took place when the K pop band BTS went on Ellen DeGeneres’ show in 2018. It was Ellen’s idea to send the group on the sets of Friends where they would hide behind the coffee counter at Central Perk and surprise their fans who would be taking the tour. × Lasting only 2 minutes and 45 seconds long, the BTS video has the K pop band surprising its fans who break into wild cheer with some even crying. Interestingly, the video has garnered over 19 million views on YouTube. × Apparently, the ‘Friends’ show played a vital role in BTS leader RM’s life. The South Korean rapper learnt the English language through the sitcom that was massively popular all over the world. BTS singer Jungkook buys house worth $7 billion near Indian embassy residence in South Korea Members of BTS also received some Friends merchandise when they appeared on Ellen DeGeneres’ show in 2017 for the first time.

When K pop band BTS threw a surprise to fans on the 'Friends' set

<p>South Korea’s parliament on Tuesday passed a bill to allow globally recognised K-pop artists such as BTS to postpone their mandatory military service to age 30.</p>

<p>All able-bodied South Korean men aged between 18 and 28 must serve in the military for about two years as part of the country’s efforts to guard against North Korea.</p>

<p>The amendment to the Military Service Act was designed to provide exceptions for K-pop megastars who improve the country’s cultural status and boost the economy.</p>

<p>South Korea allows eligible students to defer their duties up to age 28 and has granted exemptions for high-profile classical musicians and athletes who won Olympic medals or a gold at the Asian Games, including Tottenham Hotspur forward Son Heung-min.</p>

<p>No K-pop stars had received exemptions but the new bill will ensure entertainers recommended by the culture minister can defer their service to age 30.</p>

<p>The oldest member of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/bts">BTS</a>, 27-year-old Jin, is nearing enlistment at a time when the seven-member boy band is rewriting K-pop history.</p>

<p>Since launching in 2013, BTS has driven the global K-pop craze with catchy, upbeat music alongside lyrics and social campaigns aimed at empowering young people.</p>

<p>It recently notched a first ever No.1 hit single on the U.S. Billboard charts with the song “Dynamite”, and bagged an unprecedented Grammy nomination as a K-pop band.</p>

<p>“Pop artists tend to make their highest achievements in their 20s but many of them had to pursue a graduate degree to delay their service,” said Jeon Yong-gi, who co-authored the bill.</p>

<p>BTS’s management, Big Hit Entertainment, did not respond to a request for comment on the legislative change, but Jin and other band members have previously said they would fulfil their duties as required.</p>

<p>Military service is a contentious issue in South Korea. A poll released last month by local news outlet E-Today showed some 53% of respondents supported special treatment for BTS, while 47% opposed it.</p>


South Korea’s parliament on Tuesday passed a bill to allow globally recognised K-pop artists such as BTS to postpone their mandatory military service to age 30. All able-bodied South Korean men aged between 18 and 28 must serve in the military for about two years as part of the country’s efforts to guard against North Korea.

South Korea’s parliament on Tuesday passed a bill to allow globally recognised K-pop artists such as BTS to postpone their mandatory military service to age 30. All able-bodied South Korean men aged between 18 and 28 must serve in the military for about two years as part of the country’s efforts to guard against North Korea. The amendment to the Military Service Act was designed to provide exceptions for K-pop megastars who improve the country’s cultural status and boost the economy. South Korea allows eligible students to defer their duties up to age 28 and has granted exemptions for high-profile classical musicians and athletes who won Olympic medals or a gold at the Asian Games, including Tottenham Hotspur forward Son Heung-min. No K-pop stars had received exemptions but the new bill will ensure entertainers recommended by the culture minister can defer their service to age 30. The oldest member of BTS, 27-year-old Jin, is nearing enlistment at a time when the seven-member boy band is rewriting K-pop history. Since launching in 2013, BTS has driven the global K-pop craze with catchy, upbeat music alongside lyrics and social campaigns aimed at empowering young people. It recently notched a first ever No.1 hit single on the U.S. Billboard charts with the song “Dynamite”, and bagged an unprecedented Grammy nomination as a K-pop band. “Pop artists tend to make their highest achievements in their 20s but many of them had to pursue a graduate degree to delay their service,” said Jeon Yong-gi, who co-authored the bill. BTS’s management, Big Hit Entertainment, did not respond to a request for comment on the legislative change, but Jin and other band members have previously said they would fulfil their duties as required. Military service is a contentious issue in South Korea. A poll released last month by local news outlet E-Today showed some 53% of respondents supported special treatment for BTS, while 47% opposed it.

South Korea passes law to allow BTS to postpone military service

<p>BTS fans have another reason to rejoice! The South-Korean band`s released album `BE` has hit the blockbuster mark conquering the album chart.<br />
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According to Variety, the new album launched by BTS band `BE` is a new blockbuster number, which has successfully sold full 136,700 copies.<br />
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bts-dynamite-costumes-to-light-up-us-music-charity-auction-346575">Also read: BTS 'Dynamite' costumes to light up US music charity auction</a></p>

<p>The album, which conquered the album chart has been successful despite costing $50 in a deluxe edition in most stores. Meanwhile, the digital version was available for $10.Variety reported that Megan Thee Stallion`s full-length debut album, `Good News`, was at No. 2 with 89,500 album units.</p>

<p>In comparison to BTS, the star did not sell a 10th as many either in the album or song sales departments (with 11,000 and 21,700, respectively). On the other hand, she was streamed more than three times as often as the K-pop group, with a robust 95.3 million individual song streams.<br />
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<p>The `Good News` album by Megan does not include the mega-single `WAP`, which, according to the sources is going to be included in the next album with the duet partner Cardi B.The top 10 achievers on the album chart, also included Taylor Swift`s `Folklore` at No. 3, with her album units number 68,400.<br />
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<p>Ariana Grande`s `Positions` held at No. 4, with 59,200.The report by Variety also shows the returning favourites in the top 10, which included Pop Smoke, Lil Uzi Vert and Future, Harry Styles, Juice WRLD, Chris Stapleton and Michael Buble`s Christmas album in between slots 5-10.Buble had the top holiday album at No. 10 while Carrie Underwood`s Christmas set was up to No. 12, followed by `A Charlie Brown Christmas` at No. 13.<br />
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However, `Mood` by 24kgoldn stood on top with 137,100 song units on the Rolling Stone songs chart. Whereas, `Monster` by Shawn Mendes and Justin Bieber, bagged second place with 132,500.The report by Variety also mentions that other debuting tracks like Morgan Wallen`s `Somebody`s Problem` stood at No. 4 with 125,100 song units, Megan Thee Stallion`s `Body` at No. 6 with 120,800 units and another two new BTS tracks, `Life Goes On` and `Blue &amp; Grey`, bagged back to back positions at No. 11-12.</p>


BTS fans have another reason to rejoice! The South-Korean band`s released album `BE` has hit the blockbuster mark conquering the album chart. According to Variety, the new album launched by BTS band `BE` is a new blockbuster number, which has successfully sold full 136,700 copies.

BTS fans have another reason to rejoice! The South-Korean band`s released album `BE` has hit the blockbuster mark conquering the album chart. According to Variety, the new album launched by BTS band `BE` is a new blockbuster number, which has successfully sold full 136,700 copies. Also read: BTS 'Dynamite' costumes to light up US music charity auction The album, which conquered the album chart has been successful despite costing $50 in a deluxe edition in most stores. Meanwhile, the digital version was available for $10.Variety reported that Megan Thee Stallion`s full-length debut album, `Good News`, was at No. 2 with 89,500 album units. In comparison to BTS, the star did not sell a 10th as many either in the album or song sales departments (with 11,000 and 21,700, respectively). On the other hand, she was streamed more than three times as often as the K-pop group, with a robust 95.3 million individual song streams. The `Good News` album by Megan does not include the mega-single `WAP`, which, according to the sources is going to be included in the next album with the duet partner Cardi B.The top 10 achievers on the album chart, also included Taylor Swift`s `Folklore` at No. 3, with her album units number 68,400. Ariana Grande`s `Positions` held at No. 4, with 59,200.The report by Variety also shows the returning favourites in the top 10, which included Pop Smoke, Lil Uzi Vert and Future, Harry Styles, Juice WRLD, Chris Stapleton and Michael Buble`s Christmas album in between slots 5-10.Buble had the top holiday album at No. 10 while Carrie Underwood`s Christmas set was up to No. 12, followed by `A Charlie Brown Christmas` at No. 13. However, `Mood` by 24kgoldn stood on top with 137,100 song units on the Rolling Stone songs chart. Whereas, `Monster` by Shawn Mendes and Justin Bieber, bagged second place with 132,500.The report by Variety also mentions that other debuting tracks like Morgan Wallen`s `Somebody`s Problem` stood at No. 4 with 125,100 song units, Megan Thee Stallion`s `Body` at No. 6 with 120,800 units and another two new BTS tracks, `Life Goes On` and `Blue & Grey`, bagged back to back positions at No. 11-12.

BTS' new album 'BE' tops album chart

<p>BTS Army rejoice! The Korean-pop band has shared a new version of its music video for 'Life Goes On.'</p>

<p>Recently, the seven-member K-pop group <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/k-pops-bts-marks-year-of-the-pandemic-with-be-album-and-single-life-goes-on-344318">shared the official video for 'Life Goes On,'</a> the lead single from the act’s latest album, BE.<br />
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The Jungkook- directed clip takes fans through a sentimental visual journey, where the boy band grapples with the COVID-19 pandemic taking away its live shows.</p>

<p>The new version of 'Life Goes On' is&nbsp;dubbed as 'on my pillow,' and it stretches a scene from the original four-minute clip of the septet lounge around on a bed in their pajamas while singing the track.</p>

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<p>“The emotion I wanted to express is the sadness and the longing that was felt because the tour was cancelled due to COVID-19 and because we couldn’t see ARMY much,” Jungkook said during a press conference for BE. “It’s amazing that the video I took and worked hard on is released as a music video.”<br />
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BTS released their latest album 'BE'&nbsp;on Friday and will perform the new single 'Life Goes On'&nbsp;remotely for the 2020 American Music Awards on Sunday, the group`s music label said.</p>

<p>This year, BTS notched their first-ever Number One hit single on the Billboard charts in the United States with "Dynamite", which is also among the eight tracks on the new album.<br />
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Group leader and rapper RM said the group`s next goal is to be nominated for a Grammy award. Nominations will be announced on Nov. 24.<br />
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"We are nervous, but looking forward to the nomination," RM told a news conference.</p>


BTS Army rejoice! The Korean-pop band has shared a new version of its music video for 'Life Goes On.' Recently, the seven-member K-pop group shared the official video for 'Life Goes On,' the lead single from the act’s latest album, BE.

BTS Army rejoice! The Korean-pop band has shared a new version of its music video for 'Life Goes On.' Recently, the seven-member K-pop group shared the official video for 'Life Goes On,' the lead single from the act’s latest album, BE. The Jungkook- directed clip takes fans through a sentimental visual journey, where the boy band grapples with the COVID-19 pandemic taking away its live shows. The new version of 'Life Goes On' is dubbed as 'on my pillow,' and it stretches a scene from the original four-minute clip of the septet lounge around on a bed in their pajamas while singing the track. “The emotion I wanted to express is the sadness and the longing that was felt because the tour was cancelled due to COVID-19 and because we couldn’t see ARMY much,” Jungkook said during a press conference for BE. “It’s amazing that the video I took and worked hard on is released as a music video.” BTS released their latest album 'BE' on Friday and will perform the new single 'Life Goes On' remotely for the 2020 American Music Awards on Sunday, the group`s music label said. This year, BTS notched their first-ever Number One hit single on the Billboard charts in the United States with "Dynamite", which is also among the eight tracks on the new album. Group leader and rapper RM said the group`s next goal is to be nominated for a Grammy award. Nominations will be announced on Nov. 24. "We are nervous, but looking forward to the nomination," RM told a news conference.

BTS chill together in a new 'on the pillow' version of their song 'Life Goes On'

<p><meta charset="utf-8" />BTS gave a surprising treat to their Army recently as they released new album photos. BTS’ new album ‘BE’ is only weeks away from being released, fans are digging for clues about everything imaginable involving the album. Since Suga was in charge of the album’s cover art, fans believe he’s already hinted at in the group’s first concept photo.</p>

<p>In the picture, RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, Jungkook, and V are seated around their slew of instruments in a room bathed in aqua. Hanging on the wall behind them is a singular painting.</p>

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<p>Some weeks ago, Suga shared a photo of a sky-like painting that he was working on. Now fans are convinced that the framed picture in the BE concept photo is the same painting that Suga was working on. They also believe that it will be the album cover for BE.</p>

<p>Another photo sees band-member and vocalist Jungkook stare right at the camera as he poses sitting on a sofa with speakers behind him.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>After a bit of a hiatus at the end of 2019, BTS was set to come storming into 2020 with a new album, tours, appearances, and everything in between. Unfortunately, the coronavirus pandemic had other plans.&nbsp;</p>

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Still, the band members made sure to stay connected with their ARMY as much as possible. They released new music and snagged their first number one hit, “Dynamite” on the Billboard charts.</p>

<p>BE is slated to be one of their most authentic records to date since they were all heavily involved in the creation and direction of the album, from start to finish. Jimin was the project manager for BE, Suga was the album jacket visual manager, and V was in charge of visuals.</p>

<p>Well, if the tease for the new album has only made the BTS Army around the world excited, expecting something ‘dynamic’ from the uber-popular K-Pop group.</p>

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BTS gave a surprising treat to their Army recently as they released new album photos. BTS’ new album ‘BE’ is only weeks away from being released, fans are digging for clues about everything imaginable involving the album.

BTS gave a surprising treat to their Army recently as they released new album photos. BTS’ new album ‘BE’ is only weeks away from being released, fans are digging for clues about everything imaginable involving the album. Since Suga was in charge of the album’s cover art, fans believe he’s already hinted at in the group’s first concept photo. In the picture, RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, Jungkook, and V are seated around their slew of instruments in a room bathed in aqua. Hanging on the wall behind them is a singular painting. [기사] #방탄소년단, 美 빌보드 ‘팝 송’ 차트 9위 "한국 가수 최고"..식지 않는 인기행진https://t.co/LOJ2cbnlN7 — BigHit Entertainment (@BigHitEnt) November 4, 2020 × Some weeks ago, Suga shared a photo of a sky-like painting that he was working on. Now fans are convinced that the framed picture in the BE concept photo is the same painting that Suga was working on. They also believe that it will be the album cover for BE. Another photo sees band-member and vocalist Jungkook stare right at the camera as he poses sitting on a sofa with speakers behind him. #BTS #방탄소년단 #BTS_BE Concept Photo - 정국 (Jung Kook) 🎧 https://t.co/PnRv9dUKpg#Curated_by_BTS #JungKook #정국 pic.twitter.com/gzPAUNQ77N — BigHit Entertainment (@BigHitEnt) November 4, 2020 × #BTS #방탄소년단 #BTS_BE Concept Photo - 진 (Jin) 🎧 https://t.co/vkExpKDI78#Curated_by_BTS #Jin #진 pic.twitter.com/1utiSleKBe — BigHit Entertainment (@BigHitEnt) November 5, 2020 × After a bit of a hiatus at the end of 2019, BTS was set to come storming into 2020 with a new album, tours, appearances, and everything in between. Unfortunately, the coronavirus pandemic had other plans. Still, the band members made sure to stay connected with their ARMY as much as possible. They released new music and snagged their first number one hit, “Dynamite” on the Billboard charts. BE is slated to be one of their most authentic records to date since they were all heavily involved in the creation and direction of the album, from start to finish. Jimin was the project manager for BE, Suga was the album jacket visual manager, and V was in charge of visuals. Well, if the tease for the new album has only made the BTS Army around the world excited, expecting something ‘dynamic’ from the uber-popular K-Pop group.

BTS' concept photos from new album 'BE' leave Army wanting for more

<p>BTS have now announced the name of their upcoming single and fans can’t keep calm.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The new single will be titled ‘DYNAMITE’ and will release on August 21.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During a live broadcast on July 28 in South Korea, BTS members' Jin, Jimin, and Jungkook hosted a session with their members J-Hope, RM, Suga, and V where they made the announcement. Following this, the parent Big Hit Entertainment company took to the digital platform Weverse to confirm the announcement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The official statement read: "Hello. This is Big Hit Entertainment. On August 21, 2020, the new digital single by BTS will be released on Korean and international music streaming sites. We would like to thank all ARMY for your continued affection for BTS, and we ask for your love and support for the new digital single soon to be unveiled. Please stay tuned for additional details to be announced through Weverse. Release date: August 21 (Friday), 2020 (KST) Thank you."</p>

<p>The band dropped their fourth Japanese album 'Map Of The Soul: 7 - The Journey' on July 15. In February 2020, they released a full-length studio album 'Map Of The Soul: 7' which is still one of the biggest albums of the year.&nbsp;<br />
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BTS have now announced the name of their upcoming single and fans can’t keep calm. The new single will be titled ‘DYNAMITE’ and will release on August 21. During a live broadcast on July 28 in South Korea, BTS members' Jin, Jimin, and Jungkook hosted a session with their members J-Hope, RM, Suga, and V where they made the announcement.

BTS have now announced the name of their upcoming single and fans can’t keep calm. The new single will be titled ‘DYNAMITE’ and will release on August 21. During a live broadcast on July 28 in South Korea, BTS members' Jin, Jimin, and Jungkook hosted a session with their members J-Hope, RM, Suga, and V where they made the announcement. Following this, the parent Big Hit Entertainment company took to the digital platform Weverse to confirm the announcement. The official statement read: "Hello. This is Big Hit Entertainment. On August 21, 2020, the new digital single by BTS will be released on Korean and international music streaming sites. We would like to thank all ARMY for your continued affection for BTS, and we ask for your love and support for the new digital single soon to be unveiled. Please stay tuned for additional details to be announced through Weverse. Release date: August 21 (Friday), 2020 (KST) Thank you." The band dropped their fourth Japanese album 'Map Of The Soul: 7 - The Journey' on July 15. In February 2020, they released a full-length studio album 'Map Of The Soul: 7' which is still one of the biggest albums of the year.

BTS announce title of their upcoming single ‘DYNAMITE’

<p>BTS makes history yet again as the Korean pop band charted new heights of success.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The boy band made YouTube story as their recently released music video titled ‘DNA’ hit the 1 billion mark on YouTube.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With this, BTS has become the first Korean boy band’s music video ever to achieve the feat.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The only other Korean music videos to have reached the milestone on YouTube to date are PSY’s ‘Gangnam Style,’ PSY’s ‘Gentleman’ and BLACKPINK’s ‘DDU-DU DDU-DU.’</p>

<p>BTS originally released ‘DNA’ on September 18, 2017. So it basically took the video just over two years to surpass 1 billion views.</p>

<p>Watch the music video for ‘DNA’ here if you haven’t seen:</p>

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BTS makes history yet again as the Korean pop band charted new heights of success. The boy band made YouTube story as their recently released music video titled ‘DNA’ hit the 1 billion mark on YouTube.

BTS makes history yet again as the Korean pop band charted new heights of success. The boy band made YouTube story as their recently released music video titled ‘DNA’ hit the 1 billion mark on YouTube. With this, BTS has become the first Korean boy band’s music video ever to achieve the feat. The only other Korean music videos to have reached the milestone on YouTube to date are PSY’s ‘Gangnam Style,’ PSY’s ‘Gentleman’ and BLACKPINK’s ‘DDU-DU DDU-DU.’ BTS originally released ‘DNA’ on September 18, 2017. So it basically took the video just over two years to surpass 1 billion views. Watch the music video for ‘DNA’ here if you haven’t seen:

BTS makes history as 'DNA' becomes first Korean music video to cross 1 billion views

<p>Big Hit Entertainment, the music label of South Korean boy band BTS, has chosen JPMorgan, NH Investment and Securities&nbsp;and others to handle its initial public offering (IPO), according to media reports.</p>

<p>The IPO could be one of the largest in years in the country's entertainment industry, with its total valuation expected to be as high as 6 trillion won ($5 billion), the reports said, citing industry sources. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-bts-says-new-album-tells-of-conquering-doubts-and-fears-282444">Also read:&nbsp;BTS says new album tells of conquering doubts and fears</a></p>

<p>Big Hit Entertainment has chosen three local brokerage firms - NH Investment &amp; Securities, Korea Investment &amp; Securities and Mirae Asset Daewoo&nbsp;for the IPO, sources with direct knowledge off the matter told Reuters on condition of anonymity as the plan is not public yet.</p>

<p>The brokerage firms declined to comment, while JPMorgan did not immediately respond to requests for comment.</p>

<p>Founded in 2005, the South Korean talent agency behind global sensation BTS has helped the South Korean superstar boy band score megahits globally and sell out U.S. stadiums. BTS also performed at the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles last month.</p>

<p>BTS broke into the U.S. market in 2017 and was the first Korean group to win a Billboard music award. The band is set to launch a new world tour in April.</p>

<p>With BTS at the height of its popularity, it would be the right time to go public for Big Hit Entertainment, analysts said. But some are skeptical about the lofty valuation.</p>

<p>"The band members who are in their 20s must enlist for compulsory military service in a few years," said Yoo Sung-man, an analyst at Hyundai Motor Securities.</p>

<p>Big Hit Entertainment's "valuable assets in their prime will be out of business for a while in the foreseeable future".</p>

<p>Founder Bang Si-hyuk held the biggest stake of about 43.06% in Big Hit Entertainment as of the end of 2018, followed by gaming company Netmarble Corp's &lt;251270.KS&gt; 25.22%, according to a regulatory filing by the music label.</p>

<p>Its operating profit nearly doubled to 64.1 billion won in 2018 from a year ago, according to the filing.</p>


Big Hit Entertainment, the music label of South Korean boy band BTS, has chosen JPMorgan, NH Investment and Securities and others to handle its initial public offering (IPO), according to media reports.

Big Hit Entertainment, the music label of South Korean boy band BTS, has chosen JPMorgan, NH Investment and Securities and others to handle its initial public offering (IPO), according to media reports. The IPO could be one of the largest in years in the country's entertainment industry, with its total valuation expected to be as high as 6 trillion won ($5 billion), the reports said, citing industry sources. Also read: BTS says new album tells of conquering doubts and fears Big Hit Entertainment has chosen three local brokerage firms - NH Investment & Securities, Korea Investment & Securities and Mirae Asset Daewoo for the IPO, sources with direct knowledge off the matter told Reuters on condition of anonymity as the plan is not public yet. The brokerage firms declined to comment, while JPMorgan did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Founded in 2005, the South Korean talent agency behind global sensation BTS has helped the South Korean superstar boy band score megahits globally and sell out U.S. stadiums. BTS also performed at the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles last month. BTS broke into the U.S. market in 2017 and was the first Korean group to win a Billboard music award. The band is set to launch a new world tour in April. With BTS at the height of its popularity, it would be the right time to go public for Big Hit Entertainment, analysts said. But some are skeptical about the lofty valuation. "The band members who are in their 20s must enlist for compulsory military service in a few years," said Yoo Sung-man, an analyst at Hyundai Motor Securities. Big Hit Entertainment's "valuable assets in their prime will be out of business for a while in the foreseeable future". Founder Bang Si-hyuk held the biggest stake of about 43.06% in Big Hit Entertainment as of the end of 2018, followed by gaming company Netmarble Corp's <251270.KS> 25.22%, according to a regulatory filing by the music label. Its operating profit nearly doubled to 64.1 billion won in 2018 from a year ago, according to the filing.

K-pop sensation BTS' label picks JPMorgan, others for IPO - media

<p>While there was lots happening in the world of entertainment today, the&nbsp;most trending&nbsp;Hollywood news today was Lady Gaga's heartbreaking interview with Oprah Winfrey in which she spoke about suffering from PTSD after she was raped several times at the age of 19. The singer-actress sat down with the chat show queen to reveal her struggle through fame and mental health.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Lady Gaga's interview became a trending topic on the internet today but these are other top 5 Hollywood news stories that made the most noise:&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Screen Actors Guild Awards: Date for 2021 ceremony announced</strong></p>

<p>While the 26th SAG Awards ceremony is scheduled for January 19, 2020, the dates for the 27th ceremony were announced today --&nbsp;January 24, 2021. The awards show honours&nbsp;the year’s best film and TV acting performances.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/screen-actors-guild-awards-date-for-27th-edition-announced-272995">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/screen-actors-guild-awards-date-for-27th-edition-announced-272995</a></p>

<p><strong>Kylie Jenner donates $1million to Australia wildfire relief efforts</strong></p>

<p>Joining the ever-growing list of celebrities who have donated for the relief efforts of Australia wildfire, makeup mogul and reality TV star Kylie Jenner revealed that she donated $1 million for the cause. Just yesterday we told you that Hollywood star&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-celebrity-chris-hemsworth-donates-1million-to-australia-wildfire-272741">Chris Hemsworth donated the same amount of sum for the cause.</a></p>

<p>Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/kylie-jenner-donates-1million-to-australia-wildfire-relief-efforts-272937">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/kylie-jenner-donates-1million-to-australia-wildfire-relief-efforts-272937</a></p>

<p><strong>‘Ugly Betty’ creator Silvio Horta found dead, police suspect suicide</strong></p>

<p>In a rather shocking Hollywood news update, 'Ugly Betty' creator Silvio Horta was found dead in Miami. Silvio Horta's agent announced, soon after the death, that the family will be issuing a statement.</p>

<p>Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/ugly-betty-creator-silvio-horta-found-dead-police-suspect-suicide-272912">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/ugly-betty-creator-silvio-horta-found-dead-police-suspect-suicide-272912</a></p>

<p><strong>BTS announces comeback album 'Map of the Soul: 7' with release date</strong></p>

<p>In another latest trending news, Korean pop band announced their long-awaited comeback album. While the fans had all kinds of suggestions for the name of their upcoming album, the K-pop band in their latest news update have announced the name too and it is -- ‘Map of the Soul:7’.</p>

<p>Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bts-announces-comeback-album-map-of-the-soul-7-with-release-date-272897">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bts-announces-comeback-album-map-of-the-soul-7-with-release-date-272897</a></p>

<p><strong>'I developed PTSD as a result of being raped', reveals Lady Gaga in heartbreaking interview to Oprah Winfrey</strong></p>

<p>In a heartbreaking Hollywood news update, pop star Lady Gaga recently revealed that she suffered from PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) for several years after being raped at the age of 19.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/i-developed-ptsd-as-a-result-of-being-raped-reveals-lady-gaga-in-heartbreaking-interview-to-oprah-winfrey-272875">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/i-developed-ptsd-as-a-result-of-being-raped-reveals-lady-gaga-in-heartbreaking-interview-to-oprah-winfrey-272875</a></p>


While there was lots happening in the world of entertainment today, the most trending Hollywood news today was Lady Gaga's heartbreaking interview with Oprah Winfrey in which she spoke about suffering from PTSD after she was raped several times at the age of 19.

While there was lots happening in the world of entertainment today, the most trending Hollywood news today was Lady Gaga's heartbreaking interview with Oprah Winfrey in which she spoke about suffering from PTSD after she was raped several times at the age of 19. The singer-actress sat down with the chat show queen to reveal her struggle through fame and mental health. Lady Gaga's interview became a trending topic on the internet today but these are other top 5 Hollywood news stories that made the most noise: Screen Actors Guild Awards: Date for 2021 ceremony announced While the 26th SAG Awards ceremony is scheduled for January 19, 2020, the dates for the 27th ceremony were announced today -- January 24, 2021. The awards show honours the year’s best film and TV acting performances. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/screen-actors-guild-awards-date-for-27th-edition-announced-272995 Kylie Jenner donates $1million to Australia wildfire relief efforts Joining the ever-growing list of celebrities who have donated for the relief efforts of Australia wildfire, makeup mogul and reality TV star Kylie Jenner revealed that she donated $1 million for the cause. Just yesterday we told you that Hollywood star Chris Hemsworth donated the same amount of sum for the cause. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/kylie-jenner-donates-1million-to-australia-wildfire-relief-efforts-272937 ‘Ugly Betty’ creator Silvio Horta found dead, police suspect suicide In a rather shocking Hollywood news update, 'Ugly Betty' creator Silvio Horta was found dead in Miami. Silvio Horta's agent announced, soon after the death, that the family will be issuing a statement. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/ugly-betty-creator-silvio-horta-found-dead-police-suspect-suicide-272912 BTS announces comeback album 'Map of the Soul: 7' with release date In another latest trending news, Korean pop band announced their long-awaited comeback album. While the fans had all kinds of suggestions for the name of their upcoming album, the K-pop band in their latest news update have announced the name too and it is -- ‘Map of the Soul:7’. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bts-announces-comeback-album-map-of-the-soul-7-with-release-date-272897 'I developed PTSD as a result of being raped', reveals Lady Gaga in heartbreaking interview to Oprah Winfrey In a heartbreaking Hollywood news update, pop star Lady Gaga recently revealed that she suffered from PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) for several years after being raped at the age of 19. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/i-developed-ptsd-as-a-result-of-being-raped-reveals-lady-gaga-in-heartbreaking-interview-to-oprah-winfrey-272875

Top 5 Hollywood news today: 'Ugly Betty' creator's death, BTS album, Lady Gaga's heartbreaking interview

<p>All you BTS fans, we have some great news for you as the <strong>Korean pop band</strong> just announced their long-awaited comeback album. While the fans had all kinds of suggestions for the name of their<strong> upcoming album</strong>, the K-pop band in their latest news update have announced the name too and it is -- ‘Map of the Soul:7’. Cool, right?&nbsp;</p>

<p>They made the much-awaited announcement on January 7 with the <strong>release date of ‘Map of the Soul:7’</strong> listed as February 21, a week after Valentine’s Day. Preorders on the album will start from January 9. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bts-takes-over-times-square-on-new-years-eve-with-a-rocking-performance-271537">Also read: BTS take over Times Square on New Year's eve with a rocking performance</a></p>

<p>BTS’s parent company Big Hit Entertainment made the announcement via Weverse as they wrote: “BTS MAP OF THE SOUL: 7 will be released on Friday, February 21. Pre-orders will begin on Thursday, January 9. Additional details about the<strong> new release</strong> will be available on BTS Weverse and the Fan Cafe. We look forward to continued interest and support from all of our ARMY.” It will be BTS' 7th album.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The company is yet to make any other<strong> announcements on the BTS album</strong> but the name has already become a hit with their fans. Social media users worldwide took to their profiles to give BTS a shoutout. One user wrote, “SO WE’VE BEEN ARGUING IF THE COMEBACK WILL BE ‘SHADOW’ OR ‘EGO’ BUT BIGHIT FINALLY ANNOUNCED AND IT’S ACTUALLY ‘MAP OF THE SOUL: 7’ OH WOW OH WOW.” <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bts-opens-up-about-recent-hiatus-decision-to-perform-in-saudi-arabia-253364">Also read:&nbsp;BTS opens up about recent hiatus, decision to perform in Saudi Arabia</a></p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">SO WE’VE BEEN ARGUING IF THE COMEBACK WILL BE “SHADOW” OR “EGO” BUT BIGHIT FINALLY ANNOUNCED AND IT’S ACTUALLY “MAP OF THE SOUL: 7” OH WOW OH WOW <a href="https://t.co/sgIXMUC6CO">pic.twitter.com/sgIXMUC6CO</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">What if it's gonna be like the wings era with 7 solos with dark theme and sexy shits.<br />
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">When take a nap and wake up after staying awake and waiting for comeback only to miss it 💜😂💜<a href="https://twitter.com/BTS_twt?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BTS_twt</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/7isComing?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#7isComing</a> <a href="https://t.co/tjyO2GuA9u">pic.twitter.com/tjyO2GuA9u</a></p>
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- BTS has 7 members<br />
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- They realease this on january 7<br />
- this is their 7th comeback<br />
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All you BTS fans, we have some great news for you as the Korean pop band just announced their long-awaited comeback album. While the fans had all kinds of suggestions for the name of their upcoming album, the K-pop band in their latest news update have announced the name too and it is -- ‘Map of the Soul:7’.

All you BTS fans, we have some great news for you as the Korean pop band just announced their long-awaited comeback album. While the fans had all kinds of suggestions for the name of their upcoming album, the K-pop band in their latest news update have announced the name too and it is -- ‘Map of the Soul:7’. Cool, right? They made the much-awaited announcement on January 7 with the release date of ‘Map of the Soul:7’ listed as February 21, a week after Valentine’s Day. Preorders on the album will start from January 9. Also read: BTS take over Times Square on New Year's eve with a rocking performance BTS’s parent company Big Hit Entertainment made the announcement via Weverse as they wrote: “BTS MAP OF THE SOUL: 7 will be released on Friday, February 21. Pre-orders will begin on Thursday, January 9. Additional details about the new release will be available on BTS Weverse and the Fan Cafe. We look forward to continued interest and support from all of our ARMY.” It will be BTS' 7th album. The company is yet to make any other announcements on the BTS album but the name has already become a hit with their fans. Social media users worldwide took to their profiles to give BTS a shoutout. One user wrote, “SO WE’VE BEEN ARGUING IF THE COMEBACK WILL BE ‘SHADOW’ OR ‘EGO’ BUT BIGHIT FINALLY ANNOUNCED AND IT’S ACTUALLY ‘MAP OF THE SOUL: 7’ OH WOW OH WOW.” Also read: BTS opens up about recent hiatus, decision to perform in Saudi Arabia SO WE’VE BEEN ARGUING IF THE COMEBACK WILL BE “SHADOW” OR “EGO” BUT BIGHIT FINALLY ANNOUNCED AND IT’S ACTUALLY “MAP OF THE SOUL: 7” OH WOW OH WOW pic.twitter.com/sgIXMUC6CO — DADDEH ⁷ (@vminggukx) January 7, 2020 × Check out some other reactions on the top trending story: What if it's gonna be like the wings era with 7 solos with dark theme and sexy shits. #7isComing pic.twitter.com/oW5Ub287I8 — Inday Yoongi⁷ (@yonkisuga) January 7, 2020 × When take a nap and wake up after staying awake and waiting for comeback only to miss it 💜😂💜@BTS_twt #7isComing pic.twitter.com/tjyO2GuA9u — Maya M (@m_mayabear12) January 7, 2020 × Funny how - BTS has 7 members - They are 7 years together - They realease this on january 7 - this is their 7th comeback - 7 in hangul sounds like “ee-go” "what a relief we are 7, what a relief we are together." ✨ #7isComing #BTSIsComing @BTS_twt — TIN-틴 🌷 (@taebokkiii) January 7, 2020 ×

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