The group BTS has maintained a strong presence on the U.S. Billboard main chart for 27 consecutive weeks with their fifth studio album, 'Arirang.'
According to the latest chart released by Billboard on September 29, BTS's 'Arirang' reached number 40 on the Billboard 200, the main album chart. The album debuted at number one on the April 4 chart and held the top position for three weeks, demonstrating its enduring popularity over the past 27 weeks. On the 'Top Album Sales' chart, it ranked 26th.
The title track 'SWIM' has also made a significant impact on the music charts. It ranked 22nd on the 'Global 200' and 7th on the 'Global (excluding the U.S.)' charts, which aggregate streaming and sales data from over 200 countries and regions. Notably, it debuted at number one on the 'Global (excluding the U.S.)' chart and has remained in the top 10 for 27 weeks. Another track, 'NORMAL,' ranked 134th and 72nd on the two charts, respectively.
In addition to their chart success, BTS has also excelled at major local award ceremonies. On September 27, they won the prestigious 'Song of the Year' award for 'SWIM' at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. They showcased their strength by being nominated in three categories, winning all of them, including 'Best K-Pop' and 'Best Group.'
Following their success in North America, BTS is set to continue their momentum in South America. They will kick off the 'BTS World Tour Arirang' in Bogotá, Colombia, on October 2.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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