K-pop superstars BTS are making a highly anticipated return with a new album and a global tour in 2026. Their fifth studio album, titled 'ARIRANG,' is officially scheduled for release on March 20, 2026. This marks their first full-group musical endeavor since the anthology album 'Proof' in 2022, following a period where members fulfilled mandatory military service and pursued solo projects. All seven members successfully completed their military duties by June 2025, paving the way for their reunion. The album, 'ARIRANG,' is named after a traditional Korean folk song, chosen for its themes of connection, distance, and reunion, reflecting the group's journey and identity. BigHit Music, the group's agency, confirmed the comeback date, which was initially teased by the members in handwritten notes sent to fans on New Year's Day. Accompanying the album release, BTS will embark on an extensive world tour starting in April 2026 and extending through March 2027. The tour is set to include over 70 dates across 34 cities spanning Asia, North America, South America, Australia, and Europe, making it one of the largest K-pop tours ever in terms of reach. The tour will kick off in Goyang, South Korea, on April 9, with presale tickets for official fan club members beginning in late January 2026. The news has been widely corroborated by major music and news outlets globally.