BTS will reveal its long-awaited world tour schedule on Jan. 14 alongside a new 14-track full-length album, marking the group’s first major comeback since completing military service.
Jimin, V and Jungkook of BTS were named among Korea’s top 100 richest shareholders under 30, each holding HYBE shares valued at about 21.4 billion won. The ranking highlights the growing financial clout of K-pop stars alongside Korea’s leading business figures.
BTS leader RM publicly expressed frustration and disappointment with HYBE, citing a lack of support and delays as the group prepares for its postponed comeback.
BTS’s Jungkook has become the star of Rolling Stone’s first international cover project, appearing on the Korea, U.K. and Japan editions and marking a milestone as the first K-pop soloist on the U.K. cover. The feature includes new photos, an in-depth interview and highlights his record-setting global success.
RM revealed that BTS debated whether to disband during its hiatus but said the members’ love for each other and their fans kept them together as they prepare for a full-group comeback next spring.
Rumors of a possible relationship between BTS’s Jungkook and aespa’s Winter are gaining traction online as fans highlight matching tattoos, items and social media clues. Both agencies have stayed silent as speculation spreads.
BTS member Jungkook has become the first Korean solo artist to surpass 10 billion Spotify streams, led by the massive success of his album “Golden” and global hits such as “Seven” and “Standing Next to You.”
Blackpink’s Rosé, Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters, and HYBE’s Katseye each scored three Grammy nominations, marking a historic moment for K-pop in the Recording Academy’s top categories.
