Thousands of fans gather as BTS launches world tour in South Korea
ABC News • • general
Key Points:
- BTS kicked off their highly anticipated world tour near Seoul, performing songs from their new album "ARIRANG" and previous hits after a nearly four-year break.
- Despite heavy rain, over 40,000 fans filled the stadium, with many more listening outside due to ticket shortages, showcasing the group's enduring popularity.
- The tour, starting in South Korea and continuing across the US, Europe, Asia, and beyond, is expected to generate hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue.
- All seven BTS members have now completed their mandatory South Korean military service, with Suga finishing last in June 2025 after serving in government-related roles due to a shoulder injury.
- "ARIRANG" debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, and the single "Swim" topped charts, marking a successful comeback for the group that first gained global fame in 2017.
