As BTS gears up for their full-group comeback, international media outlets are buzzing with anticipation.
BTS is set to release their fifth studio album on March 20, followed by a massive world tour. This marks the end of a 3-year and 9-month hiatus, and the announcement has captured the attention of global fans. Major international media have highlighted the significance of their return.
U.S. outlets such as CBS News, Complex, and People, along with the UK music magazine NME, have reported on BTS's comeback and tour. Billboard, a leading U.S. music publication, described it as "the moment when a colossal K-pop artist returns after nearly four years."
The Washington Post stated, "BTS is ready to heat up 2026 like 'Dynamite.'" Variety noted, "Fans are not just waiting for the end of winter but dreaming of the upcoming spring," emphasizing the significance of their return.
Singapore's fashion magazine L'Officiel Singapore remarked, "This comeback holds meaning beyond fan expectations. BTS has played a pivotal role in bringing K-pop to the global mainstream," highlighting the group's influence. "The return of all seven members will be one of the most defining moments in modern pop music," they added.
BTS's fifth studio album, set for release on March 20, will feature 14 tracks, each reflecting the emotions and thoughts accumulated over their journey. The album also includes messages for their loyal fans who have stood by them.
By Ji-won Kim, TENASIA Reporter one@tenasia.co.kr