BTS Performance at Gwanghwamun Square

BTS announced their spectacular return by releasing a trailer video and poster for their comeback live event 'ARIRANG' on their official social media on the 5th. The video begins with the cheers of fans, and the members convey their longing and affection for their fans. RM said, "I promised the fans that I would come back," and the phrase "​THE WORLD’S BIGGEST BAND IS BACK" appeared along with images of the members against the backdrop of Gyeongbok Palace, heightening anticipation for their comeback.

The members expressed their strong will and anticipation for the new journey, saying, "I believe the seven of us can continue to walk this path together and keep swimming forward." The released poster featured the silhouettes of the members standing in front of Gwanghwamun, adding to the grandeur.

BTS will release their fifth full-length album 'ARIRANG' on the 20th and hold a comeback live event around Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul on the 21st at 8 PM. This performance will be directed by director Hemi Shi Hamilton, who is expected to present a stage befitting a global event, and will be broadcast live worldwide through Netflix.

The title track of the new album 'ARIRANG', 'SWIM', sings of the will to move forward without stopping amidst the waves of life. RM took charge of the overall lyrics, conveying a sincere message of overcoming the incoming currents at one's own pace.