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BTS Comeback Album Title: BTS once again surprised ARMYs with the much-awaited announcement of their comeback album. Amid growing speculations, the Kpop band officially revealed the name of their upcoming fifth album in the most unique manner. The BTS comeback album is titled ARIRANG, and the seven members -Jin, Jhope, Suga, RM, Jimin, V and Jungkook treated fans to a special audio message on social media platforms. The announcement has sparked even more anticipation for the album set for release on March 20, 2026.

On January 15, BTS' label BigHit Music shared the news through an official statement on social media platforms, confirming both the album name and pre-order details.

In the audio message, BTS members revealed the name 'Arirang', posted on Apple Music. The OT7 opened the audio message with their signature style, saying, "We are BTS". 

RM said, "We are so excited share our new album ARIRANG", followed by Jin, shared, "This album reflects the culmination of our journey to date as BTS. Suga stated, "And it also define us on on our own terms."

Sharing more details, Jhope added, "We've been waiting for this moment for a long time." Jimin stated, "And we prepared this album thinking about our fans. BTS V added," Every track has a unique story and vibe. So we hope you enjoy all of them."

The audio message ended with Jungkook saying, "Thank you for always being on our side, you are our biggest inspiration. Thank you!"

This left ARMYs ecstatic, flooding social media platforms with reactions and clips of the BTS audio announcement.

One fan on X wrote, "Omg Jimin sent a voice message for ARMY's!  : "We made this album with ARMY in mind. / Our fans were on our minds at every stage of the album." ARIRANG IS COMING."

Another fan posted, "Didn’t expect to be ARIRANG!It has the versions "rooted in Korea" "rooted in music" "living legend" and they also announced vinyls! For the first time in BTS’ career, their album has been officially categorized under the Pop genre too."

Another fan commented, "OMG BTS message for ARIRANG on Apple Music."

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All About BTS Comeback Album

Pre-orders for BTS’s 5th album will begin at 11 am KST on January 16, 2026, both online and offline. BTS fans can purchase the album through major retailers, including Weverse Shop, Ktown4u, Aladin, Soundwave, and international stores like the BTS Japan Official Shop and Universal Music Store. BTS comeback album will be released globally at 1 pm KST on March 20, 2026.


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