[Culture&] BTS Complete Group Comeback D-1, Grand Return in 'Arirang' (ARIRANG) Title Track 'Swim' (SWIM) Teaser

'BTS', the Prelude to a Grand Voyage... Overwhelmingly Grand Scale of 'Swim' Teaser Revealed

Global pop icon 'BTS' showcased overwhelming visuals just one day before their complete group return. The second music video teaser for the title track of their fifth studio album 'Arirang' (ARIRANG), released on the 19th, captured the seven members onboard a massive white sailing ship in a majestic manner. The bow cutting through rough waves and the members' intense gazes emanated a grand aura, igniting the anticipation of their global fandom at an all-time high. The new song 'Swim' is an upbeat alternative pop that embodies a firm will to move forward without succumbing to the fierce waves of life. Member 'RM' took the lead in writing the lyrics, while 'Bang Si-hyuk', the chairman of HYBE, oversaw the overall production, achieving the pinnacle of musical excellence.

BTS Capturing Gwanghwamun... A Mega 'Comeback' Festival Overtaking Seoul's City Center

'BTS' is set to open a new chapter in history by releasing their new album simultaneously worldwide at 1 PM on the 20th. Later, at 8 PM on the 21st, they will hold a large-scale free concert 'BTS Comeback Live: Arirang' at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul, declaring their glamorous return. With their comeback as a catalyst, the entirety of Seoul's urban center will transform into a massive festival. The enormous offline project 'BTS The City Arirang Seoul', continuing for a month starting from the 20th, will adorn Sungnyemun and Namsan Seoul Tower with stunning media facades, while the night sky over Ttukseom Hangang Park will be decorated with a large-scale drone show. It is an overwhelming promotion befitting the status of a national-level artist.

Complete Group Launch After 4 Years and 8 Months... Global Activities Kickoff Including 'The Jimmy Fallon Show'

After completing their domestic schedule, 'BTS' turns their gaze to the world. They will participate in the 'Spotify X BTS: Swimside' event in New York, U.S. on the 23rd (local time) to world premiere the stage for their new song. On the 25th and 26th, they will consecutively appear on the U.S. NBC signature talk show 'The Jimmy Fallon Show'. This marks their first complete group appearance in a staggering 4 years and 8 months since July 2021, drawing the attention of global media. Host 'Jimmy Fallon' expressed overwhelming anticipation via his official social media, while U.S. 'Billboard' also spotlighted their special interview and stage, focusing on the glamorous return of the global pop icons.