March 20 Album Release Marks First Full‑Group Comeback BTS will release its fifth studio album Arirang on March 20, the first full‑group comeback in nearly four years. The record is framed as an expression of Korean identity and heritage. Recording took place in Los Angeles over six months, underscoring the group’s post‑military‑service creative direction. [1][2][4]

Hybe Seeks Heritage Sites for Pre‑Comeback Concert Hybe submitted an application to the Korea Heritage Service to stage a K‑heritage and K‑pop fusion concert at Gyeongbok Palace, Gwanghwamun Square, the Woldae area, and Sungnyemun gate in late March. The Cultural Heritage Committee will review the request on Tuesday, and approval hinges on a detailed crowd‑safety plan. BTS previously performed at the palace for NBC’s Tonight Show in 2020, demonstrating familiarity with the historic venue. [1][2]

79‑Date Global Tour Launches in April with Immersive Stage The agency BigHit Music announced a 79‑date world tour covering 34 cities, beginning with three shows in Goyang on April 9, 11, and 12. The itinerary includes 28 U.S. concerts, a European leg in June‑July, and later stops in Latin America and the Middle East, all staged on a 360‑degree immersive platform. Billboard projects the tour could generate more than $1 billion in combined revenue. [3][4]

Hybe Anticipates Revenue Surge After Hiatus‑Induced Profit Dip Hybe reported a sizable operating‑profit decline during BTS’s hiatus, attributing the shortfall to the group’s absence from live performances. The comeback’s album release, heritage concert, and extensive tour are expected to reverse the dip and drive substantial earnings. A Weverse livestream announcing the return attracted over seven million viewers, and the members sent handwritten letters to fans. [4][3]