With the release of their fifth complete album, Arirang, BTS broke records. According to Big Hit Music, the label owned by HYBE, the album sold an incredible 3.98 million copies on its first day. The album's release surpasses the band's prior first-week sales record, setting a new standard in pop. The album's widespread popularity has propelled it to the top of several international charts and demonstrated BTS's worldwide reach.
BTS' Arirang became a million-seller in just ten minutes, demonstrating the level of excitement around the group's comeback, according to reports. Italy, Mexico, and Sweden were among the 88 countries where the album topped the iTunes Top Albums chart.
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SWIM Dominates Charts In 90 Countries
Additionally, BTS' Arirang lead single, SWIM, top the iTunes Top Songs lists in 90 countries, including the US, UK, Japan, Germany, and France. All of the album's tracks made it into Melon's Top 100, and SWIM swiftly shot to the top of real-time charts in South Korea, including Melon and Bugs. The song's immediate success was highlighted by the fact that it remained at the top for hours.
With a No. 1 trend in 70 countries, including the US, UK, Mexico, and France, the music video for SWIM has had a significant global influence. The video has enthralled viewers all over the world with its eye-catching images, exuberant choreography, and the group's distinctive storytelling.
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Arirang has outperformed Map Of The Soul: 7, BTS's previous record-holder, which sold 3.37 million copies in its first week of sales. According to the most recent data, this goal was surpassed in a single day, setting a new benchmark for the group's financial success.
Now, BTS ARMY is looking forward to what looks to be a historic turning point in RM, Suga, Jin, Jimin, Jungkook, Jhope, V's comeback. Indian fans will be able to witness BTS's The Comeback Live: ARIRANG concert live on Netflix on March 21, 2026, at 4:30 PM IST.