The Latest Breaking News from BTS

BTS Walks Away From the Grammys It Chased for Five Years — Puts the New Asian Pop Category on Trial

BTS is withdrawing from Grammy consideration after the Recording Academy's new Best Asian Pop category excluded English-language tracks, including much of the group's own comeback album.

Latin Times · Jul 29

K-pop powerhouse BTS say they will not submit music for 2027 Grammys

K-pop powerhouse BTS said they will not submit their music for consideration at the forthcoming 2027 Grammy Awards

The Independent UK · Jul 29

BTS Boycott 2027 Grammys Over New Asian Pop Category, Call for Music Beyond 'Region or Language'

BTS will not submit their album ARIRANG for the 2027 Grammys, opposing new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category, advocating for music to be judged without geographical or linguistic boundaries

International Business Times UK · Jul 29

Quote of the Day by BTS star Jimin: 'If your heart has grown bigger, that also means you have let go...'- Inspiring life lessons on freedom, letting go and why happiness begins when you empty your heart of negativity

Quote of the Day by Jimin: BTS star Jimin shares wisdom on emotional release for happiness. He believes a bigger heart grows by letting go of negativity. This process allows space for peace, freedom, and personal growth. Jimin's solo career highlights his impactful musical journey. His sincerity inspires millions worldwide…

The Economic Times · Jul 27

Fans Clash After Megyn Kelly Brands BTS's FIFA World Cup Halftime Show 'Terrible' and 'Jet-Lagged'

Megyn Kelly questioned BTS' energy and stage performance, prompting fans to defend the K-pop group's global impact and World Cup appearance.

International Business Times UK · Jul 23

Report: Shakira, BTS and Other Artists Didn't Get Paid Based on Talent Fee at World Cup Final Halftime Show

The FIFA World Cup 2026 introduced a Super Bowl-style halftime show featuring global stars like Shakira and BTS but the performers were reportedly not paid traditional fees.

International Business Times UK · Jul 23

Influencer Pietra Bertolazzi Takes Break From Social Media After BTS Army Allegedly Leaks Her Data Over K-Pop Row

Brazilian influencer Pietra Bertolazzi faces backlash and data leaks from BTS fans after calling the band 'effeminate', leading her to take a break from social media.

International Business Times UK · Jul 22

Madonna, BTS and more World Cup halftime performers see jump in song streams, Justin Bieber up 110%

Industry data and analytics company Luminate has found that the 2026 World Cup halftime performers experienced considerable jumps in the streams of the songs they performed live at the final on Sunday

The Independent UK · Jul 22

Seven boys widened India's door to South Korea and everything changed

South Korean cultural exports like K-pop and K-dramas have significantly boosted India's engagement. This cultural wave now fuels substantial economic ties and foreign investment. Korean brands are deeply embedded in India's consumer market across various sectors. Bilateral trade and investment are expanding, covering advanced manufacturing and technology. This partnership aims…

The Economic Times · Jul 22

IShowSpeed's Instagram Reel featuring BTS becomes most-viewed in first 24 hours with 300 million views

IShowSpeed's Instagram Reel of meeting BTS at the FIFA World Cup 2026 final achieved a record. The viral video garnered an impressive 300 million views within its initial twenty-four hours. This encounter brought together a major streamer and a popular K-pop group, creating significant buzz. Fans worldwide rapidly shared the…

The Times of India · Jul 21