BTS to Release New Album “Arirang” on March 20

BTS will release their new album “Arirang” on March 20, returning to the music industry as a full seven-member group after completing their military service. Among RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook, SUGA was the last member to enlist and will be discharged in June 2025, marking the end of all members’ military obligations.

The new album “Arirang” is a reflective work that explores personal growth, longing, and love. It builds upon the musical identity the group has maintained since their debut in 2013. On March 21, BTS will hold a concert titled “BTS The Comeback Live | Arirang” in Gwanghwamun Square, Seoul. Directed by Ham Hamilton, this outdoor event will be streamed globally via Netflix, with Gwanghwamun Square transforming into a symbol of Korean heritage. The set list will include a mix of their existing popular songs and new tracks.

Netflix will release the documentary “BTS: The Return” on March 27. This full-length documentary covers the group’s reunion after military service, their preparation process, and their creative activities. Additional content is scheduled to be released at the end of March.

BTS’s world tour, “BTS World Tour Arirang,” will begin on April 9 at the Goyang Sports Complex Main Stadium (with additional shows on April 11 and 12). There will be two performances in Tokyo on April 17 and 18, four performances at the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa on April 25, 26, and 28, four performances at the SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles in September, two performances at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London on July 6 and 7, and shows in cities such as Madrid and Brussels. In total, over 82 performances are planned across 34 cities in 23 countries.