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Diplo on crafting BTS’ most ambitious album yet: ‘It’s going to shock the world’ | Korean News

Diplo on crafting BTS’ most ambitious album yet: ‘It’s going to shock the world’ | Korean News

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Written by: Entertainment Desk 3 min readHyderabadUpdated: Feb 9, 2026 08:31 PM IST Three decades into a career that has shaped the sound of global pop music, Diplo thought he’d seen it all. He’s collaborated with everyone from Beyoncé to Madonna, crafted festival anthems with Major Lazer, and left his sonic fingerprints across genres from dancehall to trap. But standing in the studio with all seven members of BTS, the American DJ and producer found himself genuinely surprised. “They’re so hands-on. They’re so creative. I can’t believe it,” Diplo told TMZ at the Fanatics Super Bowl party in San Francisco, his enthusiasm cutting through the usual industry polish. For an artiste who has worked at the highest levels of the music business, the genuine awe in his voice felt significant. When Diplo speaks about BTS’ album ARIRANG, his language shifts into territory rarely heard from veteran producers discussing new projects. This isn’t careful industry speak or measured promotional language. This is a man who genuinely believes he’s been part of something unprecedented. “I just feel …

BTS adds double achievement: Hanteo award win and historic Instagram milestone | Korean News

BTS adds double achievement: Hanteo award win and historic Instagram milestone | Korean News

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Written by: Entertainment Desk 3 min readHyderabadFeb 8, 2026 06:06 PM IST BTS continues rewriting the rules of global stardom, securing two major milestones this week that underscore their unmatched position in the music industry. The septet won the Global Popular Artist award at the Hanteo Music Awards 2025, a data-driven recognition that reflects their sustained international impact. Simultaneously, their official Instagram account crossed 78 million followers, making BTS the first and only musical group to achieve this number on the platform. These achievements arrive at a perfect time, with the group reunited after completing military service and a comeback scheduled for March 2026. The Hanteo Music Awards determine winners through concrete numbers, album sales, streaming data, and verified fan engagement collected via Hanteo Chart. The Global Popular Artist category specifically measures how artistes perform across international markets, not just in their home country. Also Read: Sivakarthikeyan joins Ajith on the race track: ‘Pure passion, commitment and resilience – experienced it live’ BTS taking this award demonstrates the strength of their existing catalog and global …

BTS’s RM sparks concern with cryptic note after rare criticism of HYBE

BTS’s RM sparks concern with cryptic note after rare criticism of HYBE

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BTS’s RM sparks concern with cryptic note after rare criticism of HYBE BTS leader RM shared a reflective and cryptic message on social media addressing self-blame and the importance of kindness, following his candid comments about the treatment of BTS by their agency, HYBE. BTS leader RM (Kim Namjoon) recently posted a thoughtful and somewhat cryptic message on social media, contemplating self-blame and the significance of kindness after his honest remarks about the way HYBE has treated BTS. The post featuring introspective selfies seemed to be RM’s method of confronting the emotional burden of a recent livestream where he and the other BTS members talked about the struggles and frustrations they’ve encountered in their relationship with the agency. RM said about HYBE “I wish our company would care for us more. I don’t usually say things like this, but I wish they would look out for us… I wish they would show us a little more affection and embrace us.” RM provided a thoughtful note on X, highlighting the significance …

‘Music is a bridge that connects worlds’

‘Music is a bridge that connects worlds’

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BTS leader RM created history as the first K-pop idol to address the APEC CEO Summit, marking a cultural milestone for South Korea and emphasising music’s power to connect global communities. BTS leader Kim Namjoon, widely known as RM, has accomplished yet another milestone by becoming the first K-pop artist ever to address the APEC CEO Summit. The annual global business conference gathers world leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators from the Asia-Pacific region, making RM’s inclusion a symbolic and cultural breakthrough for South Korea and the global music industry. RM is known for his thought-provoking words and his incredible speeches and lyrics. This speech had the same effect on people. RM speaks about the power of art RM delivered a moving and introspective speech about the power of art and connection in front of a room full of policymakers and CEOs. He spoke about music being a universal bridge, no matter the language. He said, “It’s not something we can really calculate or measure. It’s a bridge that connects worlds.” His words captured the essence …

When Kim Namjoon said he didn’t ‘know a single thing about BTS’: We’re just people who met each other because…

When Kim Namjoon said he didn’t ‘know a single thing about BTS’: We’re just people who met each other because…

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BTS leader Kim Namjoon, aka RM, along with Suga, Jimin, Kim Taehyung and Jungkook will soon get discharged from the military. The BTS members, who began their military service in December 2023, are scheduled to get discharged in June this year. As BTS fans eagerly await the day when the K-pop idols will return, we take you down memory lane when they spoke about their group. (Also Read | RM has ‘many things’ to tell BTS ARMY when he returns as ‘civilian’ Kim Namjoon: ‘I’ll be able to talk at some point’) (L-R) Jimin, Taehyung, Namjoon, Jungkook, Suga, J-Hope and Jin will reunite after almost three years. When Namjoon spoke at length about BTS Speaking with Weverse Magazine in 2020, Namjoon talked about how there was a time when the group debuted in 2013, he thought he knew everything about BTS. But after seven years he felt he didn’t “know a single thing about BTS”. When asked about how he felt about BTS in 2020, Namjoon had said, “BTS is … Well, it’s really hard …

Waiting for BTS World Tour 2025? HYBE CEO shares details on when band will reunite

Waiting for BTS World Tour 2025? HYBE CEO shares details on when band will reunite

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Apr 02, 2025 02:26 PM IST HYBE CEO mentioned a delay in BTS’ comeback plans, emphasizing the need for time to prepare music and strategize for a world tour. Kpop superstar band BTS is set to reunite in 2025. All BTS members, including RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Taehyung, Jimin and Jungkook are expected to resume their musical careers after completing their mandatory military service in July this year. While, Jin and J-hope have already returned and started their solo projects, the fans are eagerly waiting for the original OT7’s comeback and announcement of a world tour. All the members of K pop superstar band BTS are currently serving mandatory military service. (Also read: BTS’ Kim Seok-jin’s B&B OTT debut is the most chaotic thing you’ll see this year: take a look) BTS may take some time to comeback According to a report in Korea JoongAng Daily, HYBE CEO, Lee Jang Sang recently divulged the details about group’s plans for this year. Sang stated that BTS’ comeback may take sometime even after the group reunite after …

BTS’ RM reveals if he’ll talk about military service after it ends; shares first thing he wants to do after discharge

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BTS leader RM, who is currently serving in the South Korean military, talked about a host of topics on Wednesday. Taking to Weverse, RM, aka Kim Namjoon, talked about the first thing he wants to do after getting discharged from the military and also spoke about his time there with fans. He responded to several messages from the BTS ARMY. (Also Read | BTS’ RM donates 100 million won to support veterans on his 30th birthday: ‘Hope this can provide some small help’) BTS’ RM will finish his service in 2025. RM talks about military, life after that A fan asked RM, as translated by X (formerly Twitter) user @btsinthemoment, “What are you going to do first after your military service finishes? What did you want to do most?” RM said, “I want to get a baby perm.” When a person said that they “want a lover that responds as fast as Kim Namjoon does”, he said, “Being as fast as me is impressive.” Another person said, as translated by @mhereonlyforbts, “When you get out …

BTS’ RM donates 100 million won to support veterans on his 30th birthday: ‘Hope this can provide some small help’

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Sep 13, 2024 11:37 AM IST BTS member RM, who turned 30 yesterday, also expressed his ‘sincere thanks to the ARMY’ for always showering him with love. BTS leader RM has donated 100 million won ($74,600) to the Everyone’s Veterans Dream project to support veterans. As reported by Korea JoongAng Daily, he took the step on Thursday on the occasion of his 30th birthday. Citing BTS agency BigHit Music, the report further said that RM made the donation as part of the Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs’ Uniform Worker Appreciation Campaign. (Also Read | BTS leader RM pens a special letter for ARMY on 30th birthday: I’ll come back bravely) BTS’ RM turned 30 on September 12. RM made a donation on his birthday It aims to promote appreciation and respect for uniformed workers, which includes members of the armed forces, police, firefighters and prison officers. The funds will support people who “have received, and continue to receive, the national merit alongside bereaved families of uniformed service members”. “I have recently come to feel …

When BTS’ RM talked about putting ‘too great’ pressure on himself: I might not be able to meet expectations

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Sep 12, 2024 06:18 AM IST RM had also talked about wanting to be “recognised as someone other than a member of BTS”. He said he had a “dream of living in the quiet countryside”. BTS leader RM, a few years ago, had talked about the pressure related to work that he puts on himself. Speaking with Vogue in 2021, RM had shared that he often struggles and the “expectations people have of me, and the pressure I put on myself, are too great”. As he clocks his 30th birthday, we take you back to what he said about his life. (Also Read | BTS’ RM says ‘we paved the way’ after Megan Thee Stallion collab: Fans express mixed opinions) BTS’ RM was born on September 12, 1994. When RM opened up about his struggle, expectations RM, aka Kim Namjoon, had said, “They say we need to concentrate on the present rather than pursuing our dreams. I believe having a dream can be important. I hope there are others who still retain a little boy …

Kim Namjoon reveals feeling burdened for 10 years, says BTS went through ‘difficult time’ ahead of military enlistment

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BTS leader Kim Namjoon and member Jimin spoke about the group’s military enlistment in a new video shared by Bangtan TV on its YouTube channel. In the video, Namjoon, aka RM, also revealed how he has been feeling a burden for over a decade for his decisions as BTS leader. Jimin also reviewed Namjoon’s new album–Right Place, Wrong Person and praised the BTS leader. (Also Read | Namjoon has a message in LOST song, unveils music video; BTS ARMY says track is ‘reminder of human emotions’ fragility’) Park Jimin and Kim Namjoon spoke about a host of issues in a new video. Jimin talks about Namjoon’s hard time Speaking to the camera, in the video, Jimin said, “I don’t know if I can say this but when I heard the album I was just like a diary. ‘I have a lot on my mind and I feel a little suffocated’. He just put all of that into his album. I know that he was having a really hard time.” Unlock exclusive access to the latest …