The mandatory military service of members of the popular South Korean K-pop group BTS is apparently hurting the K-pop industry as a whole. This was remarked by Bang Si-hyuk, the chairman of HYBE, the agency that represents the group. He said in Seoul that the global growth of the music genre is slowing. "The absence of BTS is the first reason. I think it's very clear that the fact BTS is not active as a team is playing the biggest role in bringing about this change in numbers," he said. On December 13 last year, the eldest member Jin became the first member of the group to enter the military service.

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<h2>What is BTS?</h2>

BTS, also known as Bangtan Sonyeondan, is a South Korean boy band that was formed in 2013. The group consists of seven members: RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook. BTS is known for its music that combines various genres, including hip hop, R&amp;B, and pop, as well as its intricate choreography and powerful performances. They have achieved international fame and success, breaking multiple records and winning numerous awards for their music and performances.

BTS is also recognised for their philanthropic work, advocating for social issues such as mental health and youth empowerment. The group has a dedicated fanbase known as ARMYs, who are known for their passionate support and involvement in the group's activities.

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<h2>What is South Korean mandatory military service?&nbsp;</h2>

South Korea maintains a policy of mandatory military service, which requires all able-bodied men between the ages of 18 and 28 to serve in the armed forces for about 18 to 21 months. Women are not required to serve, but can do so voluntarily.

The purpose of military service is to maintain a strong national defence and prepare citizens for emergencies, including possible conflict with North Korea. The country is technically still at war with North Korea, as the Korean War ended in 1953 with a ceasefire, but no peace treaty was ever signed.

Exceptions to the service are made for athletes, musicians, and other public figures who have achieved international recognition for their talents and have made significant contributions to the country's reputation. However, such exemptions are rare and only granted after careful consideration by the government.

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The mandatory military service of members of the popular South Korean K-pop group BTS is apparently hurting the K-pop industry as a whole. This was remarked by Bang Si-hyuk, the chairman of HYBE, the agency that represents the group. He said in Seoul that the global growth of the music genre is slowing. "The absence of BTS is the first reason. I think it's very clear that the fact BTS is not active as a team is playing the biggest role in bringing about this change in numbers," he said. On December 13 last year, the eldest member Jin became the first member of the group to enter the military service. What is BTS? BTS, also known as Bangtan Sonyeondan, is a South Korean boy band that was formed in 2013. The group consists of seven members: RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook. BTS is known for its music that combines various genres, including hip hop, R&B, and pop, as well as its intricate choreography and powerful performances. They have achieved international fame and success, breaking multiple records and winning numerous awards for their music and performances. BTS is also recognised for their philanthropic work, advocating for social issues such as mental health and youth empowerment. The group has a dedicated fanbase known as ARMYs, who are known for their passionate support and involvement in the group's activities. What is South Korean mandatory military service? South Korea maintains a policy of mandatory military service, which requires all able-bodied men between the ages of 18 and 28 to serve in the armed forces for about 18 to 21 months. Women are not required to serve, but can do so voluntarily. The purpose of military service is to maintain a strong national defence and prepare citizens for emergencies, including possible conflict with North Korea. The country is technically still at war with North Korea, as the Korean War ended in 1953 with a ceasefire, but no peace treaty was ever signed. Exceptions to the service are made for athletes, musicians, and other public figures who have achieved international recognition for their talents and have made significant contributions to the country's reputation. However, such exemptions are rare and only granted after careful consideration by the government. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Is BTS members' military service killing K-pop? Here's what we know

K-Pop sensation BTS are playing their first in-person concerts since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, and legions of die-hard fans have descended on Los Angeles to see their idols in the flesh. 
 
The seven-member group from South Korea held the first of four 'Permission to Dance on Stage'&nbsp;concerts at the SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on Saturday. 
 
Speaking at a news conference before their second show on Sunday night, BTS member RM said being on stage again for the first time since 2019 was an emotional experience. 
 
"Seeing all the fans, seeing the stadium filled with all the fans yesterday got me really emotional beyond words," RM told reporters. 
The concerts are BTS` first since 2019, when they wrapped up their last tour from North America to Europe to Asia. 
 
As the pandemic spread last year, the band postponed and then called off what was meant to be their biggest international tour involving nearly 40 concerts, holding online shows instead. 
 
Since their 2013 debut, BTS has spearheaded a global K-Pop craze with catchy, upbeat music and dances, as well as lyrics and social campaigns aimed at empowering young people. 
 
Last week, they won the top prize of Artist of the Year at the American Music Awards and Best Pop Song for their summer hit 'Butter', among other awards. 
 
BTS` fanbase, dubbed "the ARMY", is notorious for its fervent dedication to the group. 
 
"We are super excited to see them tonight. It`s been so long," said 37-year-old Ravy Sok outside SoFi Stadium on Sunday. "We saw them almost two years ago at Jingle Ball. Finally, this is another opportunity to see them again." 
 
Her friend Stephanie Tea, 31, added: "They literally have inspired us and have helped us through so much in our lives and they`re such a huge inspiration for us." 
 
The band will complete the four-date run with shows on Wednesday and Thursday.

K-Pop sensation BTS are playing their first in-person concerts since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, and legions of die-hard fans have descended on Los Angeles to see their idols in the flesh.

K-Pop sensation BTS are playing their first in-person concerts since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, and legions of die-hard fans have descended on Los Angeles to see their idols in the flesh. The seven-member group from South Korea held the first of four 'Permission to Dance on Stage' concerts at the SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on Saturday. Speaking at a news conference before their second show on Sunday night, BTS member RM said being on stage again for the first time since 2019 was an emotional experience. "Seeing all the fans, seeing the stadium filled with all the fans yesterday got me really emotional beyond words," RM told reporters. The concerts are BTS` first since 2019, when they wrapped up their last tour from North America to Europe to Asia. As the pandemic spread last year, the band postponed and then called off what was meant to be their biggest international tour involving nearly 40 concerts, holding online shows instead. Since their 2013 debut, BTS has spearheaded a global K-Pop craze with catchy, upbeat music and dances, as well as lyrics and social campaigns aimed at empowering young people. Last week, they won the top prize of Artist of the Year at the American Music Awards and Best Pop Song for their summer hit 'Butter', among other awards. BTS` fanbase, dubbed "the ARMY", is notorious for its fervent dedication to the group. "We are super excited to see them tonight. It`s been so long," said 37-year-old Ravy Sok outside SoFi Stadium on Sunday. "We saw them almost two years ago at Jingle Ball. Finally, this is another opportunity to see them again." Her friend Stephanie Tea, 31, added: "They literally have inspired us and have helped us through so much in our lives and they`re such a huge inspiration for us." The band will complete the four-date run with shows on Wednesday and Thursday.

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South Korea's BTS has signed a new distribution and marketing deal with Universal Music Group, the world`s biggest music label, dropping Sony Music`s Columbia Records, the music band`s manager said on Friday.

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Hybe Co Ltd-owned Bighit Music, which manages BTS, did not disclose the financial terms of the deal but said Universal and its American record label Interscope would distribute and market BTS` music in the United States and other regions.

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The deal expands the entertainment company`s existing partnership with Universal, as it seeks to boost the popularity of K-pop music globally. 
BTS, which shot to global fame after the release of its English songs such as 'Butter'&nbsp;and 'Permission to Dance', is the first K-pop group to ever receive a Grammy Award nomination. 
 
The seven-member band has garnered millions of fans worldwide since its debut in 2013, teaming up with big names including Coldplay, Steve Aoki and Halsey.

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Last month, BTS performed at the United Nations in an effort to promote global goals of tackling poverty, inequality, injustice and climate change ahead. 
Universal, whose other hit singers and catalogues include Justin Bieber and The Beatles, was spun off by France`s Vivendi last month. 
 
Sony Music and Universal Music Group did not immediately respond to Reuters requests for comment.

South Korea's BTS has signed a new distribution and marketing deal with Universal Music Group, the world`s biggest music label, dropping Sony Music`s Columbia Records, the music band`s manager said on Friday.

South Korea's BTS has signed a new distribution and marketing deal with Universal Music Group, the world`s biggest music label, dropping Sony Music`s Columbia Records, the music band`s manager said on Friday. BTS: Biggest moments in the life and rise to stardom of this K-pop band Hybe Co Ltd-owned Bighit Music, which manages BTS, did not disclose the financial terms of the deal but said Universal and its American record label Interscope would distribute and market BTS` music in the United States and other regions. Dave Chappelle is 'open' to a conversation with Netflix employees, comedian rep says The deal expands the entertainment company`s existing partnership with Universal, as it seeks to boost the popularity of K-pop music globally. BTS, which shot to global fame after the release of its English songs such as 'Butter' and 'Permission to Dance', is the first K-pop group to ever receive a Grammy Award nomination. The seven-member band has garnered millions of fans worldwide since its debut in 2013, teaming up with big names including Coldplay, Steve Aoki and Halsey. BTS member Suga releases remix for their song with Coldplay 'My Universe' Last month, BTS performed at the United Nations in an effort to promote global goals of tackling poverty, inequality, injustice and climate change ahead. Universal, whose other hit singers and catalogues include Justin Bieber and The Beatles, was spun off by France`s Vivendi last month. Sony Music and Universal Music Group did not immediately respond to Reuters requests for comment.

K-pop megaband BTS leaves Sony for Universal

It was BTS singer Jimin’s birthday on Wednesday and fellow BTS members took to social media to share sweet birthday wishes for him.&nbsp;

On his birthday, Jimin spent some time with the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/bts">BTS </a>gang, then with the ARMY as he was briefly joined by J-Hope and Jungkook.&nbsp;

The live chat was translated by one Twitter user @doyou__bangtan as the BTS singer revealed he had plans of having dinner with his family. Having spent most of his teenage and early 20s life in Seoul, Jimin confessed he feels awkward spending time on his birthday with his family. The translated tweet goes like, “So while it makes him feel a little awkward to spend his birthday with his parents, he's incredibly glad. In previous years, he'd only be able to receive congratulations from his members and/or friends and have a drink when possible, but to have his parents come up is so special.”&nbsp;

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Jimin after interacting with BTS ARMY for a while, asked <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/this-is-how-bts-army-in-india-is-celebrating-jungkooks-birthday-in-a-grand-style-409939">Jungkook</a> to join who was busy at the gym but joined him soon. Then the duo was joined by J-Hope and the trio had shots of soju (an alcoholic drink from Korea.)&nbsp; 
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Jimin also said that he saw what all his fans did to make him feel special on his birthday and that he’s grateful for the love. BTS fan Soo Choi translated, “Jimin said when he saw ARMYs before he felt they were like friends or colleagues, like who could put arms around each other's shoulders. However, as times go by, the emotion is even deeper so he felt it's more than a friend now, it's difficult to express.” The singer added that he had to end his live session soon since he was having dinner with his family.&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, the Indian ARMY raised Rs 1.6 lakhs in honour of not just Jimin but also RM and Jungkook's birthdays. The amount will be donated to Habitat for Humanity India, a non-profit organisation that provides affordable shelter, sanitation and housing facilities for those in need.

It was BTS singer Jimin’s birthday on Wednesday and fellow BTS members took to social media to share sweet birthday wishes for him. On his birthday, Jimin spent some time with the BTS gang, then with the ARMY as he was briefly joined by J-Hope and Jungkook.

It was BTS singer Jimin’s birthday on Wednesday and fellow BTS members took to social media to share sweet birthday wishes for him. On his birthday, Jimin spent some time with the BTS gang, then with the ARMY as he was briefly joined by J-Hope and Jungkook. The live chat was translated by one Twitter user @doyou__bangtan as the BTS singer revealed he had plans of having dinner with his family. Having spent most of his teenage and early 20s life in Seoul, Jimin confessed he feels awkward spending time on his birthday with his family. The translated tweet goes like, “So while it makes him feel a little awkward to spend his birthday with his parents, he's incredibly glad. In previous years, he'd only be able to receive congratulations from his members and/or friends and have a drink when possible, but to have his parents come up is so special.” Oxford English Dictionary adds 26 new words and they are all Korean Jimin after interacting with BTS ARMY for a while, asked Jungkook to join who was busy at the gym but joined him soon. Then the duo was joined by J-Hope and the trio had shots of soju (an alcoholic drink from Korea.) Jimin also said that he saw what all his fans did to make him feel special on his birthday and that he’s grateful for the love. BTS fan Soo Choi translated, “Jimin said when he saw ARMYs before he felt they were like friends or colleagues, like who could put arms around each other's shoulders. However, as times go by, the emotion is even deeper so he felt it's more than a friend now, it's difficult to express.” The singer added that he had to end his live session soon since he was having dinner with his family. BTS has 23 records at Guinness World Records' Hall of Fame Meanwhile, the Indian ARMY raised Rs 1.6 lakhs in honour of not just Jimin but also RM and Jungkook's birthdays. The amount will be donated to Habitat for Humanity India, a non-profit organisation that provides affordable shelter, sanitation and housing facilities for those in need.

BTS: Jimin gets soju shots with Jungkook and J-Hope on his birthday

BTS has new music on the way this summer.&nbsp;

After dropping a Japanese track ‘Film Out’, the Korean pop band is awaiting the release of the album, ‘BTS, THE BEST’ which will have a compilation of their hit Japanese songs. BTS also plans on releasing a new song in May 2021.&nbsp;

Apart from the band’s collaborative work, they are also set to release some solo work. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/bts">BTS</a> members have already been teasing mixtapes.&nbsp;

Their label, Big Hit Music also released a statement on the same and said, "We will reveal our artists’ plans after they are finalized.”

Meanwhile, the Japanese album will be released on June 16. It will also have some behind-the-scenes and making of jacket photos, along with 23 tracks.

BTS has new music on the way this summer. After dropping a Japanese track ‘Film Out’, the Korean pop band is awaiting the release of the album, ‘BTS, THE BEST’ which will have a compilation of their hit Japanese songs.

BTS has new music on the way this summer. After dropping a Japanese track ‘Film Out’, the Korean pop band is awaiting the release of the album, ‘BTS, THE BEST’ which will have a compilation of their hit Japanese songs. BTS also plans on releasing a new song in May 2021. Apart from the band’s collaborative work, they are also set to release some solo work. BTS members have already been teasing mixtapes. Their label, Big Hit Music also released a statement on the same and said, "We will reveal our artists’ plans after they are finalized.” Meanwhile, the Japanese album will be released on June 16. It will also have some behind-the-scenes and making of jacket photos, along with 23 tracks.

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K pop star BTS joined the #StopAsianHate campaign after they issued a statement on Monday condemning the recent wave of Anti-Asian violence and hate that is sweeping the US. The widely popular group also shared their own experiences of racism.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/bts">BTS</a> shared the statement in both Korean and English on their official social media accounts. Without mentioning any incident, the K pop group offered "deepest condolences to those who have lost their loved ones” before narrating how they have "faced discrimination as Asians," including enduring "expletives without reason and were mocked for the way we look" and being "asked why Asians spoke in English."&nbsp;

The statement stresses that the band's "own experiences are inconsequential" compared to recent events but that the racism was "enough to make us feel powerless and chip away our self-esteem."

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Read the full statement below:&nbsp;

We send our deepest condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. We feel grief and anger.

We recall moments when we faced discrimination as Asians. We have endured expletives without reason and were mocked for the way we look. We were even asked why Asians spoke in English.

We cannot put into words the pain of becoming the subject of hatred and violence for such a reason. Our own experiences are inconsequential compared to the events that have occurred over the past few weeks. But these experiences were enough to make us feel powerless and chip away our self-esteem.

What is happening right now cannot be dissociated from our identity as Asians. It required considerable time for us to discuss this carefully and we contemplated deeply on how we should voice our message.

But what our voice must convey is clear.

We stand against racial discrimination. We condemn violence. You, I and we all have the right to be respected. We will stand together.

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K pop star BTS joined the #StopAsianHate campaign after they issued a statement on Monday condemning the recent wave of Anti-Asian violence and hate that is sweeping the US.

K pop star BTS joined the #StopAsianHate campaign after they issued a statement on Monday condemning the recent wave of Anti-Asian violence and hate that is sweeping the US. The widely popular group also shared their own experiences of racism. BTS shared the statement in both Korean and English on their official social media accounts. Without mentioning any incident, the K pop group offered "deepest condolences to those who have lost their loved ones” before narrating how they have "faced discrimination as Asians," including enduring "expletives without reason and were mocked for the way we look" and being "asked why Asians spoke in English." The statement stresses that the band's "own experiences are inconsequential" compared to recent events but that the racism was "enough to make us feel powerless and chip away our self-esteem." K-pop stars BTS named IFPI Global Recording Artist of the Year Read the full statement below: We send our deepest condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. We feel grief and anger. We recall moments when we faced discrimination as Asians. We have endured expletives without reason and were mocked for the way we look. We were even asked why Asians spoke in English. We cannot put into words the pain of becoming the subject of hatred and violence for such a reason. Our own experiences are inconsequential compared to the events that have occurred over the past few weeks. But these experiences were enough to make us feel powerless and chip away our self-esteem. What is happening right now cannot be dissociated from our identity as Asians. It required considerable time for us to discuss this carefully and we contemplated deeply on how we should voice our message. But what our voice must convey is clear. We stand against racial discrimination. We condemn violence. You, I and we all have the right to be respected. We will stand together. BTS star RM reveals the most famous Indian song in South Korea. No, it's not from Bollywood

BTS share experiences of racism, lend their support to #StopAsianHate

It was a big night for BTS fans as the Korean pop band performed on MTV Unplugged giving the recently aired episode a twist of their own.

While &nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/bts">BTS</a> sang their own hit songs like ‘Dynamite’, ‘Telepathy’ among others, a track&nbsp;that caught the attention of fans was their version of Coldplay’s ‘Fix You’.

The song also times appropriately as the world continues to brave the coronavirus pandemic.&nbsp;

After the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/watch-bts-win-hearts-with-their-rock-solid-performances-on-mtv-unplugged-366074">MTV Unplugged performance</a>, BTS fans stormed the internet with responses. But one response that stood out was from the Coldplay band members themselves to their song’s cover.&nbsp;

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Coldplay posted a tweet praising BTS' beautiful cover of Fix You. Coldplay wrote “Beautiful” in Korean and added three white hearts to the tweet. Coldplay's members' frontman vocalist, rhythm guitarist and pianist Chris Martin, lead guitarist Jonny Buckland, bassist Guy Berryman, and drummer Will Champion, sent their love to the Korean pop band. They tagged BTS’ official Twitter handle.

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Not only that, Coldplay even embedded BTS' Fix You performance video for fans to watch.&nbsp;

‘Fix You’, is part of Coldplay's 2005 album X&amp;Y. It is described as alternative rock and Brit-pop song, which was inspired by a personal tragedy in Chris Martin's life.&nbsp;

It was a big night for BTS fans as the Korean pop band performed on MTV Unplugged giving the recently aired episode a twist of their own. While BTS sang their own hit songs like ‘Dynamite’, ‘Telepathy’ among others, a track that caught the attention of fans was their version of Coldplay’s ‘Fix You’.

It was a big night for BTS fans as the Korean pop band performed on MTV Unplugged giving the recently aired episode a twist of their own. While BTS sang their own hit songs like ‘Dynamite’, ‘Telepathy’ among others, a track that caught the attention of fans was their version of Coldplay’s ‘Fix You’. The song also times appropriately as the world continues to brave the coronavirus pandemic. After the MTV Unplugged performance, BTS fans stormed the internet with responses. But one response that stood out was from the Coldplay band members themselves to their song’s cover. Coldplay posted a tweet praising BTS' beautiful cover of Fix You. Coldplay wrote “Beautiful” in Korean and added three white hearts to the tweet. Coldplay's members' frontman vocalist, rhythm guitarist and pianist Chris Martin, lead guitarist Jonny Buckland, bassist Guy Berryman, and drummer Will Champion, sent their love to the Korean pop band. They tagged BTS’ official Twitter handle. 아름다운 @bts_twt 🤍🤍🤍 Love c, g, w & j #BTSUnplugged https://t.co/XkHAwMi0sl — Coldplay (@coldplay) February 24, 2021 × Not only that, Coldplay even embedded BTS' Fix You performance video for fans to watch. ‘Fix You’, is part of Coldplay's 2005 album X&Y. It is described as alternative rock and Brit-pop song, which was inspired by a personal tragedy in Chris Martin's life.

Coldplay gives a shoutout to BTS for 'Fix You' cover on MTV Unplugged

It was a big night for BTS fans as the K pop band featured on the much-anticipated MTV Unplugged episode that aired on February 24. The global pop stars crooned ‘Telepathy’ lyrics from the chart topping album ‘BE’ and the ARMY couldn’t get over it. “In the days that feel the same / I’m the happiest when I meet you / In my everyday life that is different every day / the person that is you is the most special to me," sang Jungkook and Jimin of BTS.&nbsp;

It was unlike any other MTV Unplugged episodes as was announced by the channel on February 9. They had then said that BTS will bring its own iteration of the iconic Unplugged format to life straight from Seoul, South Korea. They sang their career’s most-defining hits and songs from their latest album ‘BE’.

For ‘Telepathy’, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/bts">BTS</a> created a basement-style room filled with arcade games, couch, and more giving the old-school retro vibes. It is to be noted this was first performance of the B-side track. As they performed, Jimin reminded everyone that member Suga had returned to the stage after recovering from his recent shoulder surgery. Explaining the song, the rapper said, "We are in a situation where we can't meet the fans around the world in person due to COVID-19. So the song's lyrics describe the current situation of temporarily being apart from each other.”

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Apart from other songs of theirs, BTS also performed ‘Fix You’ originally by popular band Coldplay. They then wrapped up the episode with their Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 tracks 'Life Goes On', 'Dynamite' and gave a performance to remember with their live band - The Ghost Band.&nbsp;

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Previously, MTV Unplugged has seen some other iconic performances too including those from Paul McCartney, Mariah Carey, Eric Clapton, Bruce Springsteen, Shakira, Alannis Morissette, Pearl Jam, and Nirvana and others.&nbsp;

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It was a big night for BTS fans as the K pop band featured on the much-anticipated MTV Unplugged episode that aired on February 24. The global pop stars crooned ‘Telepathy’ lyrics from the chart topping album ‘BE’ and the ARMY couldn’t get over it.

It was a big night for BTS fans as the K pop band featured on the much-anticipated MTV Unplugged episode that aired on February 24. The global pop stars crooned ‘Telepathy’ lyrics from the chart topping album ‘BE’ and the ARMY couldn’t get over it. “In the days that feel the same / I’m the happiest when I meet you / In my everyday life that is different every day / the person that is you is the most special to me," sang Jungkook and Jimin of BTS. It was unlike any other MTV Unplugged episodes as was announced by the channel on February 9. They had then said that BTS will bring its own iteration of the iconic Unplugged format to life straight from Seoul, South Korea. They sang their career’s most-defining hits and songs from their latest album ‘BE’. For ‘Telepathy’, BTS created a basement-style room filled with arcade games, couch, and more giving the old-school retro vibes. It is to be noted this was first performance of the B-side track. As they performed, Jimin reminded everyone that member Suga had returned to the stage after recovering from his recent shoulder surgery. Explaining the song, the rapper said, "We are in a situation where we can't meet the fans around the world in person due to COVID-19. So the song's lyrics describe the current situation of temporarily being apart from each other.” Apart from other songs of theirs, BTS also performed ‘Fix You’ originally by popular band Coldplay. They then wrapped up the episode with their Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 tracks 'Life Goes On', 'Dynamite' and gave a performance to remember with their live band - The Ghost Band. Previously, MTV Unplugged has seen some other iconic performances too including those from Paul McCartney, Mariah Carey, Eric Clapton, Bruce Springsteen, Shakira, Alannis Morissette, Pearl Jam, and Nirvana and others. BTS tops Twitter's most tweeted about musician list for the fourth consecutive year K pop band BTS to feature in a Japanese film 'Signal'

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BTS is at it again.&nbsp;

The Korean pop band has done it again with their song as ‘DNA’, the title track from their mini-album titled ‘Love Yourself: Her’ has achieved 1.2 billion views on YouTube. This also makes them the first K-Pop boy group to achieve this incredible feat.&nbsp;

The only other Korean artists in the billion views club are BLACKPINK (DDU-DU DDU-DU and Kill This Love) and solo artist PSY (Gangnam Style and Gentleman).

For those unversed, ‘DNA’ is an EDM and pop song. The lyrics of the song are all about fate and love at first sight.

The song’s music video was released in 2017 and has been a hit since then. DNA had previously ranked on Billboard's Hot 100 for four consecutive weeks.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Army can stay excited as <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/bts">BTS </a>is all set to release ‘BE: Essential Edition’ on February 19, 2021. The Korean pop band will also be performing in an hour-long <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bts-to-feature-on-mtv-unplugged-concert-scheduled-to-air-in-february-362579">special show for MTV Unplugged</a>.&nbsp;It will be aired on February 24, 2021.

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BTS is at it again. The Korean pop band has done it again with their song as ‘DNA’, the title track from their mini-album titled ‘Love Yourself: Her’ has achieved 1.

BTS is at it again. The Korean pop band has done it again with their song as ‘DNA’, the title track from their mini-album titled ‘Love Yourself: Her’ has achieved 1.2 billion views on YouTube. This also makes them the first K-Pop boy group to achieve this incredible feat. The only other Korean artists in the billion views club are BLACKPINK (DDU-DU DDU-DU and Kill This Love) and solo artist PSY (Gangnam Style and Gentleman). For those unversed, ‘DNA’ is an EDM and pop song. The lyrics of the song are all about fate and love at first sight. The song’s music video was released in 2017 and has been a hit since then. DNA had previously ranked on Billboard's Hot 100 for four consecutive weeks. Meanwhile, Army can stay excited as BTS is all set to release ‘BE: Essential Edition’ on February 19, 2021. The Korean pop band will also be performing in an hour-long special show for MTV Unplugged. It will be aired on February 24, 2021. From Nicki Minaj to Halsey: Best of BTS collabs that you have to add to your playlist

BTS achieves an incredible feat with 2017 release DNA as it crosses 1.2 billion views on YouTube

Good news for BTS fans as the Korean pop band is set to feature on MTV Unplugged.&nbsp;

The K-pop band <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/bts">BTS</a> will feature on ‘MTV Unplugged Presents: BTS’ that is scheduled to air on February 23. It will air exclusively in the US on MTV as well as around the world.&nbsp;

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The show promises to feature some amazing sets from BTS. Fans can expect favourites like ‘Dynamite’ and ‘Life Goes On’ among some other hits.&nbsp;

BTS have continued to have a soaring popularity among masses with their upbeat music and quirky music videos that have connected with the younger world audience. With ‘Dynamite’, the song and the corresponding album, BTS zoomed past other groups and stayed atop Billboard charts for the larger part of 2020 and now in 2021 too.&nbsp;

In addition to numerous Grammy, Billboard and MTV Video Music Awards, BTS were honored by TIME as “The Most Influential People of 2019.”&nbsp;

Good news for BTS fans as the Korean pop band is set to feature on MTV Unplugged. The K-pop band BTS will feature on ‘MTV Unplugged Presents: BTS’ that is scheduled to air on February 23.

Good news for BTS fans as the Korean pop band is set to feature on MTV Unplugged. The K-pop band BTS will feature on ‘MTV Unplugged Presents: BTS’ that is scheduled to air on February 23. It will air exclusively in the US on MTV as well as around the world. BTS star Jungkook's selfie becomes 2021’s second most liked tweet The show promises to feature some amazing sets from BTS. Fans can expect favourites like ‘Dynamite’ and ‘Life Goes On’ among some other hits. BTS have continued to have a soaring popularity among masses with their upbeat music and quirky music videos that have connected with the younger world audience. With ‘Dynamite’, the song and the corresponding album, BTS zoomed past other groups and stayed atop Billboard charts for the larger part of 2020 and now in 2021 too. In addition to numerous Grammy, Billboard and MTV Video Music Awards, BTS were honored by TIME as “The Most Influential People of 2019.”

BTS to feature on ‘MTV Unplugged’ concert scheduled to air in February

Christmas has come early for BTS fans as Jimin surprised Army by dropping a new song titled ‘Christmas Love’.&nbsp;

The Christmas song has been produced by Slow Rabbit, Jimin and RM with Jimin on the vocals.&nbsp;

Keeping true to the spirit of Christmas, the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/bts">BTS</a> song is all about hope, joy and happiness amid the pandemic.&nbsp;

In the song, Mochi describes a white Christmas, showering the festival with all his love. He compares himself to a child running in the sky as he absorbs all the Christmas vibes. "I run as hard as/I can, I feel like I'm flying above the clouds like a child over there/If someone hears me, would/you stop time like this," a part of the lyrics read.&nbsp;

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Another BTS member ChimChim also confesses being scared that Christmas will leave soon before he requests it to stay a little longer.&nbsp;

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Christmas has come early for BTS fans as Jimin surprised Army by dropping a new song titled ‘Christmas Love’. The Christmas song has been produced by Slow Rabbit, Jimin and RM with Jimin on the vocals.

Christmas has come early for BTS fans as Jimin surprised Army by dropping a new song titled ‘Christmas Love’. The Christmas song has been produced by Slow Rabbit, Jimin and RM with Jimin on the vocals. Keeping true to the spirit of Christmas, the BTS song is all about hope, joy and happiness amid the pandemic. In the song, Mochi describes a white Christmas, showering the festival with all his love. He compares himself to a child running in the sky as he absorbs all the Christmas vibes. "I run as hard as/I can, I feel like I'm flying above the clouds like a child over there/If someone hears me, would/you stop time like this," a part of the lyrics read. Another BTS member ChimChim also confesses being scared that Christmas will leave soon before he requests it to stay a little longer. 'Home Alone' to 'Elf': 10 Christmas classics to watch this holiday season

BTS singer Jimin drops holiday song 'Christmas Love'

After wooing the audience with their latest music video ‘Dynamite’, the Korean pop band group BTS are here with a new teaser for their upcoming concert film, ‘Break the Silence: The Movie’.&nbsp;

The concert film will document last year’s massive Love Yourself: Speak Yourself world tour. The film will hit theaters on September 24.

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The teaser video features the band introducing themselves — Jin, J-Hope, Suga, Jungkook, Jimin, V and RM — in front of a camera, where they begin to tell each of their personal stories.&nbsp;

You can also see a mashup of videos from their concert tour as they ride in cars, walk in parks and etc.&nbsp;

‘Break the Silence: the Movie’ marks BTS’ fourth film. They first released 2019’s Bring the Soul: the Movie which documented last year’s tour travel across Los Angeles, Chicago and New York — and across the world to São Paulo, London, Paris, Osaka, Shizuoka, Riyadh and Seoul.

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After wooing the audience with their latest music video ‘Dynamite’, the Korean pop band group BTS are here with a new teaser for their upcoming concert film, ‘Break the Silence: The Movie’.

After wooing the audience with their latest music video ‘Dynamite’, the Korean pop band group BTS are here with a new teaser for their upcoming concert film, ‘Break the Silence: The Movie’. The concert film will document last year’s massive Love Yourself: Speak Yourself world tour. The film will hit theaters on September 24. Watch: Tiger Shroff dances to BTS’ hit single 'Dynamite' BTS breaks another record with 'Dynamite' being viewed more than 100 million times in 24 hours The teaser video features the band introducing themselves — Jin, J-Hope, Suga, Jungkook, Jimin, V and RM — in front of a camera, where they begin to tell each of their personal stories. You can also see a mashup of videos from their concert tour as they ride in cars, walk in parks and etc. ‘Break the Silence: the Movie’ marks BTS’ fourth film. They first released 2019’s Bring the Soul: the Movie which documented last year’s tour travel across Los Angeles, Chicago and New York — and across the world to São Paulo, London, Paris, Osaka, Shizuoka, Riyadh and Seoul. BTS becomes the first Korean band to debut at No 1 at Billboard chart with 'Dynamite' K-pop band BTS drops two more 'Dynamite' remixes

BTS drops teaser for their upcoming concert film ‘Break the Silence: The Movie’

Korean pop band BTS just dropped a new teaser for Festa 2020 and it’s like a full-on birthday party.&nbsp;

In the teaser, the Korean pop stars can be seen wearing matching BTS jerseys with their names on the back as they reenact their first birthday party in preparation for their seventh anniversary as a band with ARMY.&nbsp;

"Wow, can it be BTS?" Jungkook asks while RM struggles to cut vegetables and Jimin decorates a cake with frosting.

They also do first impressions of each other, as well as how they can "continue to work together as [a] team."

"We tried to think of others first," Jin answers, leading Suga to admit, "It's not easy for me to open up and talk about my true feelings."

Despite the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, BTS have kept busy with the annual celebration by releasing multiple choreography videos, "family portraits" and other surprises for their passionate ARMY.&nbsp;

The boy band also made multiple appearances at YouTube's recent Dear Class of 2020 virtual graduation event -- offering a commencement address and performing hits ‘Boy With Luv,’ ‘Spring Day’ and ‘Mikrokosmos’ during the ceremony's virtual afterparty.&nbsp;

BTS also donated a staggering $1 million for the Black Lives Matter movement.

Check out the latest Festa 2020 teaser below:

 
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Korean pop band BTS just dropped a new teaser for Festa 2020 and it’s like a full-on birthday party. In the teaser, the Korean pop stars can be seen wearing matching BTS jerseys with their names on the back as they reenact their first birthday party in preparation for their seventh anniversary as a band with ARMY.

Korean pop band BTS just dropped a new teaser for Festa 2020 and it’s like a full-on birthday party. In the teaser, the Korean pop stars can be seen wearing matching BTS jerseys with their names on the back as they reenact their first birthday party in preparation for their seventh anniversary as a band with ARMY. "Wow, can it be BTS?" Jungkook asks while RM struggles to cut vegetables and Jimin decorates a cake with frosting. They also do first impressions of each other, as well as how they can "continue to work together as [a] team." "We tried to think of others first," Jin answers, leading Suga to admit, "It's not easy for me to open up and talk about my true feelings." Despite the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, BTS have kept busy with the annual celebration by releasing multiple choreography videos, "family portraits" and other surprises for their passionate ARMY. The boy band also made multiple appearances at YouTube's recent Dear Class of 2020 virtual graduation event -- offering a commencement address and performing hits ‘Boy With Luv,’ ‘Spring Day’ and ‘Mikrokosmos’ during the ceremony's virtual afterparty. BTS also donated a staggering $1 million for the Black Lives Matter movement. Check out the latest Festa 2020 teaser below:

Watch teaser: BTS recreate their first birthday party in new FESTA 2020 video

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