BTS is returning with their fifth studio album, "ARIRANG."

BTS is returning with their fifth studio album, "ARIRANG," featuring 14 tracks that explore their Korean identity and themes of longing and love. This marks the group's first full activity in nearly four years since their 2022 anthology album, Proof. Big Hit Music noted that the album reflects the members' inner stories and universal emotions.

A massive world tour will begin on April 9 at Goyang Stadium, covering 34 cities with 79 performances across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia—a record for a K-pop artist. The tour will feature an immersive 360-degree stage.

Celebrating the news, members shared heartfelt handwritten letters. RM expressed his long wait, while Jin thanked fans for their patience. J-Hope celebrated his dreams becoming reality, and V teased more memories for 2026. Suga and Jungkook shared their excitement for the year ahead, asking fans to join them in this new chapter.