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BTS’ comeback costumes inspired by Joseon era, 'han'

Gwanghwamun Square in central Seoul became the stage for BTS’ grand comeback performance on Saturday evening. Much like its setting — the historic square at the heart of the capital — and the album title itself, "ARIRANG," named after a 130-year-old Korean folk song — the show was widely seen as a statement about the place of Korean culture and identity on the global stage. Among the many elements that deepened the performance’s Korean resonance, the costumes stood out especially vividly. As BTS danced against the backdrop of Gyeongbok Palace, the sight of luminous fabric gliding over dark, subtly shimmering outfits created an impression of both grace and power. The stage costumes, titled “Lyrical Armor,” were created by Korean designer brand Songzio. The brand’s creative director Jay Song described the pieces as “embodying the spirit of a new generation of heroes who carry the turbulent history of Korea," on the fashion house brand's Instagram page. Blending the sturdy armor worn by warriors of the 1392-1910 Joseon Dynasty with flowing "hanbok" (Korean traditional clo

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Songzio’s ‘Lyrical Armor’ shapes BTS’ ‘Arirang’ comeback stage

BTS returned to the stage in front of Gwanghwamun, one of Seoul’s most historically significant sites, with a performance centered on their new album “Arirang.” While the setting and music highlighted Korean cultural heritage, its costumes, designed by Korean designer brand Songzio, also intended to connect past, present and future through form and structure. According to the brand, the collection, created under the concept of “Lyrical Armor,” envisions a new generation of heroes who carry the w

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P1Harmony Enters Top 4 Of Billboard 200 For 1st Time With “UNIQUE”

P1Harmony is soaring to new heights on the Billboard 200 with their latest release! On March 22 local time, Billboard announced that P1Harmony’s new mini album “UNIQUE” had debuted at No. 4 on its Top 200 Albums chart, which ranks the most popular albums in the United States. Not only has “UNIQUE” achieved P1Harmony’s highest… The post appeared first on .

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CLOSE YOUR EYES Announces April Comeback

CLOSE YOUR EYES is gearing up for an April comeback! On March 23, CLOSE YOUR EYES’ agency officially announced, “We are currently in the final stages of production for [CLOSE YOUR EYES’] new album, which is scheduled to be released in April. The album reflects [the group’s] deepened identity and expanded musical spectrum.” CLOSE YOUR… The post appeared first on .

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Taemin to become 1st K-pop solo artist featured at Grammy Museum

Taemin, member of K-pop boy band SHINee and soloist, will take center stage at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles next month with a new exhibition — the first ever devoted to a K-pop solo artist. Running from April 1 to May 25, “TAEMIN: Performer. Artist. Icon” will trace the 32-year-old singer’s evolution as one of contemporary music’s most dynamic performers, featuring an intimate selection of his signature stage ensembles and personal keepsakes. “Each performance is a story I share with my fans. These outfits and artifacts hold memories of those moments on stage,” Taemin said in a statement. “I hope visitors can feel the passion and love for music that has guided my journey. I’m truly honored to have my stage outfits displayed at the Grammy Museum.” The display will feature two of Taemin’s distinctive costumes — a red and black outfit from his “Ephemeral Gaze” world tour in 2024-25 and a white look worn during his “Veil” arena tour and on “The Kelly Clarkson Show” in 2025 — along with his in-ear monitors, white stage-used microphone, official light

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Hybe thanks authorities, citizens for supporting BTS concert

SEOUL, March 22 (Yonhap) -- Hybe, the K-pop giant behind BTS, thanked the author...

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[Photo News] BTS sets off for next global stage

One day after “BTS Comeback Live: Arirang,” the group's first full-group performance in three years, BTS is on its way to the “Spotify x BTS: Swimside” event in New York, departing via Incheon Airport on Sunday.

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BTS Sweeps Top 14 Spots On Spotify Global Chart + Breaks 1st-Day Stream Records With “ARIRANG”

BTS is soaring to new heights with their latest album! On March 21, the day after the release of BTS’s new album “ARIRANG,” Spotify announced that it had already broken two records on the streaming platform. According to Spotify, “ARIRANG” became both “the most streamed K-pop album in Spotify history” and “the most streamed album… The post appeared first on .

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Watch: Hearts2Hearts Takes 4th Win For “RUDE!” On “Music Core”; Performances By Yena, P1Harmony, And More

Hearts2Hearts has won a fourth music show trophy for their hit single “RUDE!” On the March 21 episode of MBC’s “Music Core,” the candidates for first place were IVE’s “BANG BANG,” KiiiKiii’s “404 (New Era),” and Hearts2Hearts’ “RUDE!” Hearts2Hearts ultimately took the win with a total of 7,336 points. Congratulations to Hearts2Hearts! Watch a clip… The post appeared first on .

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ARMY cleans up after BTS concert at Gwanghwamun

A purple-themed festival led by BTS concluded without incident in central Seoul, as fans maintained order and followed strict safety controls during a highly anticipated comeback performance. BTS' comeback concert on Saturday at Gwanghwamun Square drew fans from around the world. The group's fandom, known as ARMY, waved light sticks and warmly welcomed the members as they returned to the stage together for the first time in nearly four years. Some fans were visibly emotional, with many moved to tears. The one-hour performance opened with “Body to Body,” a new track from the album “ARIRANG” and closed with the encore song “Mikrokosmos.” Although the stage lights dimmed at the end, many fans lingered, reluctant to leave. According to real-time city data from the Seoul Metropolitan Government, approximately 46,000 to 48,000 people gathered at Gwanghwamun Square, with attendees estimated at 77,000 to 83,000, including those in nearby viewing areas such as those in front of the City Hall and the Seoul Metropolitan Council. While still a significant turnout, the figure fell well b

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ENHYPEN, ATEEZ, IVE, Stray Kids, BTS, CORTIS, NewJeans, And ILLIT Sweep Top Spots On Billboard World Albums Chart

Billboard has published its World Albums chart for the week ending on March 21! ENHYPEN’s latest mini album “THE SIN : VANISH” climbed back up to No. 1 in its eighth week on the World Albums chart, in addition to rising to No. 61 on the Billboard 200. ENHYPEN’s 2024 album “ROMANCE : UNTOLD” jumped… The post appeared first on .

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Watch: AKMU Drops Teaser For “Flowering,” Their 1st Album Since Leaving YG

Get ready for a new album from AKMU! On March 23 at midnight KST, AKMU released a teaser for their upcoming fourth full-length album “Flowering.” Notably, AKMU’s upcoming return will mark their first comeback since parting ways with YG Entertainment and establishing their own agency, Cemter of Inspiration. Check out AKMU’s new teaser for “Flowering”… The post appeared first on .

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Watch: NCT WISH Excites With 1st Teaser For 1st Full-Length Album “Ode To Love”

NCT WISH has kicked off the countdown to their April comeback! On March 23 at midnight KST, NCT WISH released the first teaser for their upcoming album “Ode to Love.” “Ode to Love,” which is NCT WISH’s very first full-length album, will drop on April 20 at 6 p.m. KST. Check out NCT WISH’s new… The post appeared first on .

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HYBE Apologizes + Expresses Gratitude After BTS’s Gwanghwamun Comeback Event

HYBE has released an official statement regarding BTS’s comeback performance in Gwanghwamun Square. On the evening of March 21, BTS held a special one-hour comeback event at Seoul’s historic Gwanghwamun Square. During the event, which was streamed live via Netflix, BTS performed songs from their new album “ARIRANG” for the very first time. The following… The post appeared first on .

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IVE’s “HEYA” Becomes Their 6th MV To Hit 100 Million Views

IVE’s “HEYA” is their latest music video to soar past 100 million views! On March 21 at around 9:45 p.m. KST, IVE’s music video for their 2024 hit “I AM” surpassed 100 million views on YouTube, making it their sixth music video to do so after “ELEVEN,” “LOVE DIVE,” “After LIKE,” “I AM,” and “Kitsch.”… The post appeared first on .

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BLACKPINK’s “GO” Debuts On Billboard’s Pop Radio Airplay Chart

BLACKPINK’s latest hit has entered the mainstream Top 40 on U.S. radio! For the week ending on March 21, BLACKPINK’s new title track “GO” debuted at No. 37 on Billboard’s Pop Airplay chart, which measures weekly plays on mainstream Top 40 radio stations across the United States. “GO” is BLACKPINK’s fourth group song to enter… The post appeared first on .

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Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2026, March Week 4

IVE’s “BANG BANG” retains the top spot for the third straight week. Congratulations to IVE! Rising up one spot to No. 2 is Hearts2Hearts’ “RUDE!” and down one spot to No. 3 is BLACKPINK’s “GO.” There is only one new song in the top 10 this week. Debuting at No. 9 is Onew’s “TOUGH LOVE,”… The post appeared first on .

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Watch: Hearts2Hearts Takes 1st-Ever “Inkigayo” Win With “RUDE!”; Performances By Yena, P1Harmony, And More

Hearts2Hearts has just snagged the first “Inkigayo” trophy of their career! On the March 22 episode of SBS’s “Inkigayo,” the candidates for first place were BLACKPINK’s “GO,” IVE’s “BANG BANG,” and Hearts2Hearts’ “RUDE!” Hearts2Hearts ultimately took the win with a total of 5,769 points, marking their first time winning first place on “Inkigayo.” Congratulations to… The post appeared first on .

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BTS Breaks Records For Highest 1st-Day Streams Of Any Pop Group Or K-Pop Artist In Apple Music History

BTS’s comeback is off to a record-breaking start! On March 20 at 1 p.m. KST, BTS made their long-awaited return with their fifth full-length album “ARIRANG” and its title track “SWIM.” The following day, Apple Music announced that “ARIRANG” had already broken two records on the streaming platform. According to Apple Music, “ARIRANG” has achieved… The post appeared first on .

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HYBE thanks authorities, citizens for supporting BTS concert

HYBE, the K-pop giant behind BTS, thanked the authorities and citizens Sunday for helping ensure the group's comeback show in downtown Seoul was held safely. The company posted a letter on its website hours after BTS' concert wrapped up at Gwanghwamun Square, expressing gratitude for use of the venue and calling it a place "where the history and identity of the Republic of Korea, as well as today's culture, live and breathe together." "HYBE is extremely honored to have been able to stage a performance for the entire world at this place," it said. "We deeply thank the police, firefighting, and government and local government officials who worked to ensure this concert wrapped up safely." The company also extended its thanks and apologies to citizens who endured road closures, security searches and other inconveniences around the time of the concert, while promising to swiftly devise measures to protect and promote national heritage sites in close consultation with relevant organizations. Police had initially expected the concert to draw approximately 260,000 people, including 22,000 ticke

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42,000 or 100,000? BTS Gwanghwamun crowd sparks debate over turnout

A massive crowd packed central Seoul for BTS’ long-awaited comeback show, but what should have been a straightforward celebration quickly turned into a numbers controversy, with estimates of attendance differing by more than double. The group held its comeback concert at Gwanghwamun Square Saturday evening, marking the release of their fifth full-length album “ARIRANG.” The event featured the first live performance of the title track “SWIM” and some of the group's older songs, such as “Butter” and “Dynamite,” delighting fans. While the square and surrounding streets were visibly packed, estimates of the actual turnout have varied sharply depending on the source. According to real-time city data released by the Seoul Metropolitan Government, around 40,000 to 42,000 people were present in the Gwanghwamun and Deoksugung area at 8 p.m. Unofficial estimates from the police were in a similar range at roughly 42,000. Given that the official seating capacity was about 22,000, authorities said the total crowd, including surrounding areas, likely remained in the 40,000 range. In

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[Photo News] BTS returns

“BTS Comeback Live: Arirang,” the group's first full-group performance in three years, saw BTS become the first K-pop group to host an exclusive live performance at the historic Gwanghwamun Square. Lasting an hour, the performance livestreamed worldwide via Netflix as the platform’s first-ever broadcast of a single act’s concert.

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Watch: TXT’s Yeonjun, Soobin, And Beomgyu Don’t Hold Back In Chaotic “Amazing Saturday” Preview

TXT’s Yeonjun, Soobin, and Beomgyu are returning to tvN’s “Amazing Saturday”! The popular variety show has revealed a sneak peek of next week’s episode, which will feature the three TXT members as guests. At the beginning of the preview, host Boom asks Yeonjun if it’s true that he was worried about losing his cool on… The post appeared first on .

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