BTS ARIRANG Comeback & World Tour
Key Questions
What chart achievements has BTS's ARIRANG album accomplished?
ARIRANG has held the #1 spot on the Billboard 200 for two weeks, marking the first time for a K-pop album. Additionally, SWIM reached #2 on the Hot 100 and #1 on global charts.
When and where does BTS's world tour begin?
BTS's world tour starts on April 9 at Goyang Stadium in Seoul. It includes US dates such as Tampa.
What other events are surrounding BTS's comeback?
BTS will appear on Hot Ones on April 9, Jimin is hosting massive fan events, and they are set to receive a Lifetime Achievement Award from Arirang TV for promoting Korean culture worldwide.
ARIRANG holds #1 Billboard 200 two weeks (K-pop first), SWIM #2 Hot 100/#1 globals, Netflix 18.4M views; tour starts Apr 9 Goyang w/ US dates (Tampa), Hot Ones Apr 9, Jimin fan events massive.
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Updated Apr 7, 2026