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BTS leave fans in tears as emotional I Need U moment steals the show

BTS delivered an emotional opening night of their ARIRANG world tour, with a surprise performance of I Need U sending fans into one of the loudest eruptions of the night.

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BTS returns after over three years but skip major market from their world tour: China

One of the biggest Korean bands is back after a three-and-a-half year break, but their world tour is skipping China

The Independent UK

K-pop don't stop! BTS begin world domination tour with South Korea show

South Korean megapop stars BTS start their world tour in South Korea and with 85 countries in their sights some music analysts expecting it to outperform Taylor Swift's major money spinning Eras Tour.

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Thousands of fans gather as BTS launches world tour in South Korea

BTS is kicking off their long-awaited world tour with a concert near Seoul

The Independent UK

K-pop without the K: BTS’ English-heavy comeback sparks debate over cultural identity

BTS is officially back. After a four-year hiatus for mandatory military service, the massively popular K-pop group has returned in full force with their new album Arirang, released March 20. The record debuted at number one on the ARIA Albums and Vinyls chart, and has held its place atop the…

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K-pop star Soobin livestreams himself being ripped off in Philippines

Transport regulator considering criminal charges against driver and taxi operator involved in incident

The Independent UK

BTS comeback album hits new record for K-pop

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Shiloh Jolie lands surprise role in K-pop star Dayoung’s new music video

‘We had no idea she was the child of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt,’ says Dayoung’s label Starship Entertainment

The Independent UK

BTS break new ground for K-pop with Billboard chart performance

K-pop group’s latest album Arirang held on to No 1 spot in its second week

The Independent UK

Raye scores first UK number one album

Known for the hit song Where Is My Husband!, Raye topped the UK album charts with This Music May Contain Hope.

Evening Standard

Is Manon Leaving KATSEYE? Here's Why She Removed The Group From Her Instagram Bio

A KATSEYE standout addresses bio drama and absences head-on, signalling label discussions while her festival spot remains unclear. Underlying hiatus doubts and group dynamics add intrigue to the pop saga.

International Business Times UK

‘The US is no longer the go-to place’: How Korean culture is taking Latin America by storm

Everything Korean – from K-pop and skincare to food and clothing – is no longer a niche interest in Chile, Mexico and Brazil

The Guardian - UK

TXT’s Yeonjun reveals BTS star RM helped him repair strained friendship with Soobin

Tomorrow X Together’s Yeonjun and Soobin shared that BTS leader RM offered pivotal guidance during a difficult period in their relationship.

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BTS Military Service: From Special Forces To Army Chefs, How All Seven Members Served

BTS have completed military service in South Korea after enlistments that spanned more than two years. This feature looks at how each member served, from special forces and drill instruction to military kitchens and the band.

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BTS: The Return shows a global band renegotiating identity and nationhood

When pop superstars BTS announced a temporary hiatus in 2022, it exposed a tension at the heart of their global success.

Total Film

3 new to Netflix movies I recommend you watch this weekend (March 27–March 29)

BTS: THE RETURN leads our selection of the three best movies to watch this weekend on Netflix

Marie Claire

How the 'BTS: The Return' Filmmakers Got the Biggest Band in the World to Let Their Guard Down

Director Bao Nguyen and producer Jane Cha Cutler discuss their Netflix documentary about the making of 'ARIRANG.'

Evening Standard

BTS members struggle with return after military service in documentary

The documentary follows the group as they reunite for their latest album and their return to the stage.

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The Independent UK

BTS bags another UK number one album following comeback

Arirang marks BTS’s third number one album after four years away

Evening Standard

BTS score hat-trick of number ones as Jane McDonald tops independent album chart

It comes after BTS went on hiatus in 2022, during which they completed mandatory military service in their home country.

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3 best new to Netflix movies you need to watch this weekend (March 27-29)

Looking for Netflix movies to watch this weekend? I've rounded up the three best new to Netflix movies I'd recommend adding to your weekend watchlist.

The Independent UK

The meaning of Arirang and why BTS chose it

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Six things we learned from Netflix’s BTS documentary

The Return by Bao Nguyen tracks BTS members in Los Angeles as they move back into full group schedule

BANG Premier

BIGHIT MUSIC cracks down on organised attacks as BTS targeted by malicious posters

BIGHIT MUSIC is cracking down on coordinated online attacks against BTS, revealing multiple offenders have been fined as the label ramps up legal action

The Independent UK

Is this the next big K-drama hit? Acclaimed spy series to get Korean remake with Squid Game star

Remake will reimagine central couple as North Korean agents embedded in South Korean society

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