CONFIRMED October 29 - "Estão Prontos?": Jin and BTS Open Three Nights at São Paulo's MorumBIS Before 85,000 Fans!CONFIRMED October 29 - 138 Weeks at No. 1: Jin Tops MyOnePick's K-Pop Solo Category for the Fourth Week of October!CONFIRMED October 28 - "Welcome to ARJINTINA": Jin Captivates Argentina With TN News Nods, a Restaurant Banner and Worldwide Trends!CONFIRMED October 27 - Career 74th No. 1: Jin Tops Idol Pick's Male Idol Category and Wins a Seoul Billboard Ad!CONFIRMED October 26 - BTS' "2.0" Music Video Passes 200 Million Views, a First for ARIRANG!CONFIRMED October 26 - "AI Is Such a Scary Thing": Jin Reacts to a Fan's AI-Edited Messi Banner in La Plata!CONFIRMED October 26 - "Affectionate Twins": Jin Voted No. 1 Star With the Best Chemistry With Pets!CONFIRMED October 25 - The Power of "Worldwide Handsome": Jin Stars in a Chilean Police Concert Safety Campaign!CONFIRMED October 25 - "Little Fairy of Tucumán": Jimin Bewitches Argentina at BTS' La Plata Shows!CONFIRMED October 24 - BTS Rank 2nd in October's Singer Brand Reputation Rankings, Index Up 24.53%!CONFIRMED October 24 - "Our Last Show": Jin and BTS Close Out Three Sold-Out Nights in La Plata, Streamed to Cinemas Worldwide!CONFIRMED October 24 - "You Are Our Sun": ARMY Argentina Light Up La Plata and Buenos Aires for Jimin's Birthday Month!
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📅 October 29, 2026 CONFIRMED
"São Paulo, Let's Make This Night Special": Jin and BTS Open Three Nights at the MorumBIS Before 85,000 Fans
BTS returned to Brazil for the first time in seven years on Wednesday, October 28, opening their three "ARIRANG" world tour shows at São Paulo's Estádio MorumBIS in front of around 85,000 fans, according to BNews and Billboard Brasil. The members spoke Portuguese throughout the night: Jin and SUGA showed off their Portuguese lessons by asking the crowd "Estão prontos?" ("Are you ready?"), Jung Kook told the stadium "After 7 years, São Paulo, let's make this night special," and V joked about the packed venue. The night's surprise songs were "Black Swan" and "Silver Spoon (Baepsae)", the crowd sang an "Arirang"-inspired passage in Korean during "Body to Body", and the seven members performed the full "IDOL" choreography on stage for the first time on the tour, while "Butter" included nods to Brazilian culture. The show, held in heavy rain, also drew criticism: fans complained about the reduced number of screens, and Metrópoles and O Liberal reported long queues, overcrowding and a gate temporarily closed with ticket holders still outside. BTS return to the MorumBIS on October 30 and 31, with the October 30 show broadcast live in cinemas.
138 Weeks at No. 1: Jin Tops MyOnePick's K-Pop Solo Category for the Fourth Week of October
Star News reports that Jin placed first in MyOnePick's weekly ranking for the K-pop Solo category for the fourth week of October (October 18 to 25) with 12,987,109 votes, bringing his cumulative total to 138 weeks at No. 1. He also topped the platform's September monthly K-pop Solo ranking, extending his streak to 33 consecutive months, won the OnePick Chart K-POP (Solo) category for September for the 30th time in a row, and took first place in two theme votes, "Favorite Battle Champion" and a "Day 1" fan-favorite poll. Meanwhile, Jin and BTS continue the "ARIRANG" world tour in São Paulo, Brazil, with shows at the Estádio do Morumbi on October 28, 30 and 31 (local time).
"Welcome to ARJINTINA": Jin Captivates Argentina, From a TN News Segment to a Restaurant Banner and Worldwide Trends
Star News reports that Jin won over Argentine audiences during BTS' three "ARIRANG" world tour shows at the Estadio Único de La Plata, near Buenos Aires, on October 22, 24 and 25, singing live in an Argentina national team jersey and tour merchandise. The day after the first show, news channel Todo Noticias (TN) aired archival footage of Jin, with the anchor miming tucking him into bed and telling him to rest well since he still had two more shows. A local restaurant hung a sign telling ARMY they might cry when they see Jin, but not on an empty stomach, while "THE Astronaut", "WELCOME TO ARJINTINA" and "#JIN_IN_BUENOS_AIRES_D1" trended on X in the United States and other countries. The nickname "ARJINTINA" dates back to 2022, when Jin performed "The Astronaut" live for the first time as a guest on Coldplay's tour in Argentina. On October 27, Jin shared photos and behind-the-scenes moments from the Argentina shows on Instagram, as BTS head to São Paulo's Estádio do Morumbi for the next leg of the tour.
Career 74th No. 1: Jin Tops Idol Pick's Male Idol Category for the Third Week of October and Wins a Seoul Billboard Ad
Star News reports that Jin placed first in the male idol category of Idol Pick's weekly vote for the third week of October with 35,158 picks. It is his second week in a row on top and the 74th No. 1 of his career on the platform. Jin also won Idol Pick's 191st electronic billboard support vote (October 12 to 25) with 68,564 picks, so a support ad for him will run on a giant electronic billboard opposite Lotte Avenue in Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, from November 5 to 7. Meanwhile, Jin and BTS continue the "ARIRANG" world tour in São Paulo, Brazil, with shows on October 28, 30 and 31 (local time).
BTS' "2.0" Music Video Passes 200 Million Views, a First for the ARIRANG Album
Sunny 94.3 reports that the music video for "2.0", a track from BTS' fifth studio album "ARIRANG", has passed 200 million views on YouTube, making it the first video from the album to reach that mark. It got there in about six months, the fastest pace of any "ARIRANG" video, while the title track "SWIM" and "Hooligan" have each passed 100 million views. "2.0" debuted at No. 50 on the Billboard Hot 100 and spent three more weeks on the chart, and its video pays homage to Park Chan-wook's film "Oldboy", including a long hallway take recalling the movie's famous hammer fight. Jin and BTS bring the "ARIRANG" world tour to São Paulo on October 28, 30 and 31.
"AI Is Such a Scary Thing": Jin Reacts to a Fan's AI-Edited Messi Banner on BTS' Final Night in La Plata
Gulf News reports that during BTS' final "ARIRANG" world tour night in La Plata, Argentina, Jin spotted a fan banner showing an AI-edited image of football legend Lionel Messi kissing his head. Reacting with mock alarm, he remarked that "AI is such a scary thing," then joked that the creator should have used a more handsome photo of him and asked fans for a better-looking picture next time. The original photo used in the edit was one Jin had shared during his military service. Jin also praised the energy of the Argentine crowd, telling fans they would be among the countries that know how to enjoy themselves the most in the world. BTS performed on October 21, 23 and 24 at the Estadio Único, becoming the first K-pop act ever to play the venue.
"Affectionate Twins": Jin Voted No. 1 Star With the Best Chemistry With Pets
Star News reports that Jin took first place in the fan voting platform Fan Star's theme ranking "Stars with Good Chemistry with Pets", collecting more than 3 million votes over a voting period that ran from September 15 to October 13. The article recalls Jin's long-standing love for animals: he has raised a stray dog since childhood, released a self-composed song written with his pets in mind, and donated pet food to an animal welfare group. In 2024, he also volunteered at a stray dog shelter with Arashi's Masaki Aiba for a Nippon Television charity program, and the shelter noted that he had taken allergy medication beforehand so he could take part.
The Power of "Worldwide Handsome": Jin Stars in the Chilean Investigative Police's Concert Safety Campaign
Star News reports that Jin was featured in an official Instagram safety campaign by Chile's Investigative Police (PDI). The video, built around a life-size panel of Jin, gave concertgoers advice on avoiding fraud and ticket scalping, keeping their belongings safe and getting home safely, with a police officer wearing "WORLDWIDE HANDSOME" clothing waving the Jin panel. The campaign was tied to BTS' three "ARIRANG" world tour shows in Santiago (October 15, 17 and 18, Korean time), before the tour moved on to La Plata, Argentina.
"Little Fairy of Tucumán": Jimin Bewitches Argentina During BTS' La Plata Shows
Jin's bandmate Jimin won over Argentina at BTS' second "ARIRANG" world tour show on October 23 (local time) at the Estadio Único Diego Armando Maradona in La Plata, Star News reports. Local fans raved about his long blonde hair blending with the stage lights, some even calling for him to be granted Argentine citizenship. On X and TikTok, fans noticed that the rhythm of his Spanish sounded like the accent of Tucumán, in northwestern Argentina, earning him the nickname "Hadita tucumana" ("Little Fairy of Tucumán"); one banner invited him to Tucumán's Lemon Festival, and local outlets such as Canal 10 covered the reactions. Near the end of the show, Jimin thanked fans for singing "Young Forever" with him, saying it was his first time in Argentina and that he would remember how much people love them.
BTS Rank 2nd in October's Singer Brand Reputation Rankings, With Their Index Up 24.53%
Star News reports that Jin and BTS placed 2nd in the Korea Business Reputation Research Institute's October 2026 singer brand reputation rankings, based on big data collected from September 24 to October 24. BTS' brand reputation index reached 6,708,845, up 24.53% from 5,387,142 in September. RESCENE took 1st place, with Im Young-woong 3rd, ATEEZ 4th and IVE 5th. The rankings come as Jin and the members wrap up their three sold-out "ARIRANG" world tour shows in La Plata, Argentina, before heading to São Paulo, Brazil.
"Our Last Show": Jin and BTS Close Out Three Sold-Out Nights in La Plata, Streamed to Cinemas Worldwide
Jin and BTS wrapped up their first-ever visit to Argentina on Saturday, October 24, with the third and final sold-out "ARIRANG" world tour show at La Plata's Estadio Único Diego Armando Maradona. According to 0221, the members ran one last sound check for VIP ticket holders shortly after 18:00, and after an opening set by DJ Anita B Queen, the group took the stage, with Jungkook telling the crowd in Spanish: "Es nuestro último show. Pasémoslo mejor que nunca" ("This is our last show. Let's have the best time ever"). More than 150,000 fans attended the three La Plata nights. This final show was also the first BTS concert broadcast live from South America, screened in around 3,800 cinemas in more than 80 countries, with a delayed screening in Argentine cinemas on Sunday, October 25. Next stop for the tour: São Paulo, Brazil, where the October 30 show will also be broadcast in cinemas.
"You Are Our Sun": ARMY Argentina Light Up La Plata and Buenos Aires for Jimin's Birthday Month
Jin's bandmate Jimin got a special welcome in Argentina, Star News reports. For his birthday month ("Jimtober"; Jimin's birthday is October 13) and BTS' first visit to the country, fans set up LED ads in La Plata and Buenos Aires and hung banners along the road to the Estadio Único Diego Armando Maradona, where BTS opened their "ARIRANG" world tour run in Argentina on October 21. Some of the banners read "You are our sun". The group played their second show on October 23, and the third and final Argentina show, with Jin and all seven members, is on Saturday, October 24.
"Muchachos" in La Plata: Jin and BTS Light Up a Rainy Second Night at the Estadio Único
Jin and BTS played the second of their three sold-out "ARIRANG" world tour nights at La Plata's Estadio Único Diego Armando Maradona on Friday, October 23. Fans camped out near the stadium before dawn, in the rain, and VIP ticket holders watched all seven members, Jin included, run a second sound check in the afternoon. After an opening set by DJ Anita B Queen, BTS took the stage at around 20:18 local time in front of a packed stadium. According to El Día and Minutouno, one of the most emotional moments of the night came when V sang "Muchachos", the Argentina national team's World Cup anthem, with the whole crowd joining in, and threw in some Buenos Aires slang. Promoter DF Entertainment confirmed that Saturday, October 24, is the third and final Argentina show.
"Mijito Rico": How Jin Won Over Chile, From a Sold-Out Purple Outfit to a Life-Size Cutout in a Police Campaign
Star News looks back at the impact Jin left on Chile after BTS' three "ARIRANG" world tour shows at Santiago's Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos. According to the report, Jin's live vocals and stage presence drew loud reactions, and fans in the stadium chanted "Mijito Rico" (roughly "handsome man") at him. The light purple traditional Chilean outfit Jin personally chose to wear sold out, and kept selling out even after being restocked. Chile's investigative police (PDI) also ran a safety campaign on Instagram featuring a life-size cutout of Jin, and phrases like "SANTIAGO BRILLA PARA JIN" (Santiago shines for Jin) trended on X during the concert days. The tour has now moved on to La Plata, Argentina.
Jin Holds Third Place Among Male Idols in the 260th Star Ranking Poll
Jin placed third in the male category of Star News' 260th Star Ranking idol poll, which ran from October 15 to October 22, with 17,828 votes. CORTIS members Seong-hyeon and Geon-ho took first and second place, 2PM's Junho came fourth, and BTS bandmate Jungkook was fifth. It is the second week in a row that Jin has finished third in the poll, whose results also count toward the AAA 2026 Star Ranking award.
ARIRANG Climbs Back Up the Billboard 200 Six Months After Release, While BTS' Tour Holds No. 1 on Pollstar for a 7th Week
Thirty weeks after its release, BTS' fifth studio album "ARIRANG" is moving up the charts again. Star News reports that the album rose two spots to No. 41 on the Billboard 200 dated October 24, and also climbed to No. 17 on Top Album Sales. ARIRANG debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 in April and held the top spot for three consecutive weeks. Title track "SWIM" ranked No. 26 on the Global 200 and No. 9 on the Global (Excl. US), where it has now spent 29 cumulative weeks in the top 10, while "NORMAL" also charted. On the touring side, "BTS World Tour 'ARIRANG'", which Jin and the members are currently bringing to La Plata, topped Pollstar's Global Concert Pulse chart for a seventh consecutive week, averaging about $14.82 million per show across eight concerts, roughly $5.6 million more than second-placed Karol G.
BTS Make History in Argentina: Jin Recalls His Coldplay Visit as a Packed Estadio Único Hosts Their First-Ever Show
It happened: on Wednesday night, October 21, BTS played their first-ever concert in Argentina in front of a completely full Estadio Único Diego Armando Maradona in La Plata, the first of three sold-out "ARIRANG" world tour shows. Pronto reports that the show opened with "Hold Me Tight", followed by "Hooligan", with a setlist including "Aliens", "Run BTS", "They Don't Know 'Bout Us", "Like Animals", "FAKE LOVE (Remix)", "SWIM" and a surprise "Dionysus". Jin recalled his previous visit to the country as Coldplay's special guest and said how moved he had been back then. The members spoke to the crowd in Spanish ("¡Aguante Army! Fuera de joda, son el mejor público"), J-Hope moved fans by pointing to an Argentina jersey, and VIP holders enjoyed an intimate soundcheck where Jungkook photographed the audience with his own camera. Diario Panorama also highlights the 360° central stage and notes that the next shows take place on Friday 23 and Saturday 24 October at 20:00, with Saturday's concert broadcast live in cinemas.
Show Day in La Plata: Thousands of ARMY Line Up at the Estadio Único for Jin and BTS' First Concert in Argentina
The day has come: BTS play their first-ever concert in Argentina tonight, Wednesday October 21, at La Plata's Estadio Único, the opening night of three "ARIRANG" world tour shows (October 21, 23 and 24). La Plata outlet 0221, covering the day live, reports that thousands of fans from all over the country had been waiting since early morning, with tens of thousands gathered at the fences by midday despite storm clouds and a forecast of light drizzle. InfoCielo describes a queue of around 400 meters wrapping around calle 21, and both outlets report music heard from inside the stadium during what appeared to be a sound check. Doors open at 16:30, with Anita B Queen as the opening act at 18:30 and BTS on stage at 20:00 local time. Trenes Argentinos and Metropol are adding extra train and bus services for all three nights.
A 360° Stage for Argentina: What to Expect as Jin and BTS Kick Off Three Nights in La Plata
La Plata outlet 0221 previews BTS' first-ever concerts in Argentina, three "ARIRANG" world tour shows at the Estadio Único on October 21, 23 and 24, which are expected to draw more than 150,000 fans. As in Santiago de Chile, the group will perform on a 360° stage in the middle of the stadium, with four crossed catwalks reaching out to the stands and suspended aerial screens, so that the audience surrounds the members. The setlist centers on the 14 tracks of the new album "ARIRANG", alongside hits from across their career. The article also recalls that Jin is the only member who had already performed in Argentina, as Coldplay's guest at the Estadio Monumental. La Nación adds that the Latin American shows include greetings and interaction in Spanish, and that the tour, which runs to March 2027 with 82 concerts in 34 cities, had already passed US$500 million in ticket sales by late September according to Billboard Boxscore.
"Day One Starts Today": Jin Voted No. 1 as the Star Most Likely to Make the First Move
StarNews reports that Jin took first place in MyOnePick's weekly theme poll asking which straightforward star would be the first to say "from today, it's Day One" — in other words, the one most likely to confess first. Jin won 5,833 votes, a 78% share, and earns a Gangnam-daero electronic billboard ad as the prize. It is another win in a strong run on the platform: Jin also topped MyOnePick's September K-pop individual monthly ranking, extending his streak at No. 1 to 33 consecutive months. Meanwhile, he continues the BTS "ARIRANG" world tour, with three shows in Argentina at La Plata's Estadio Único this week.
An Astronaut Welcome: ARMY Argentina Plans to Sing "The Astronaut" to Jin at the La Plata Shows
Ohlalá reports that ARMY Argentina, through ARGMY Projects, has organized a series of fan events for BTS' three ARIRANG concerts at La Plata's Estadio Único on October 21, 23 and 24. The first time Jin appears on stage, the whole stadium will sing him a fragment of his solo single "The Astronaut". It is a special nod: Jin was the first BTS member to visit Argentina, when he debuted the song live with Coldplay in Buenos Aires in October 2022. Every night, fans will raise South Korean flags during the ARIRANG chorus in "Body To Body", hold up a banner near the end of "Into the Sun" and finish the fanchant with a double "Ar-gen-ti-na". Each show also has its own project: blue handkerchief "waves" during "Swim" on the 21st, a golden phone-light "Proyecto Dorado" during "Come Over" on the 23rd, and Argentine colors plus a food drive for the La Plata Food Bank on the 24th. The organizers also asked fans to respect the members' privacy and not wait for them at airports or hotels.
¡Bienvenidos! Jin and BTS Land in Argentina Ahead of Three Sold-Out Shows in La Plata
Infobae, MDZ and El Día report that all seven BTS members, including Jin, landed at Ezeiza International Airport near Buenos Aires on Monday afternoon, October 19, arriving from Chile on a private flight. They came in through the private-aviation terminal and left in a convoy of vans escorted by Buenos Aires Province police motorcycles. Jin could only be glimpsed through a van window, wearing a cap and a Gucci shirt, while Jungkook filmed the arrival with his own camera. The group plays three sold-out "ARIRANG" world tour concerts at Estadio Único Diego Armando Maradona in La Plata on Wednesday, October 21, Friday, October 23 and Saturday, October 24, at 8 p.m. local time, on a 360° stage in the middle of the pitch. These are BTS' first-ever concerts in Argentina, and the October 24 show will be broadcast live in cinemas.
Back on Top: Jin Ranks No. 1 Male Idol and No. 1 Overall on Idol Pick for the Second Week of October
Star News reports that Jin placed first in the male idol category and first overall across all categories in Idol Pick's weekly vote for the second week of October (October 12 to 18), with 33,406 picks. This puts him back on top of the male idol ranking within two weeks. After being named Idol Pick's "Best Artist of September," Jin also has a prize ad running on an outdoor electronic billboard near Seoul's Seodaemun Station from October 15 to 24. Jin is a global ambassador for Gucci, Fred, Alo and Laneige and a model for Dongwon Tuna. Meanwhile, he and BTS head to Buenos Aires next on the "ARIRANG" world tour.
The "Main Character" of Milan: Jin Is the Most-Mentioned Celebrity on Social Media During Milan Fashion Week
Star News reports that Jin was the most-mentioned celebrity on social media during the Spring/Summer 2026 Milan Fashion Week, according to global PR analytics platform Onclusive. Jin took a 37.5% share of voice, well ahead of the celebrities tied for second place, whose combined share was 20.4%. Onclusive also credits Jin, a Gucci global ambassador, with helping Gucci reach a 38.54% social media share and the No. 1 brand spot when he attended the house's Milan show. Hashtags such as #JinxGucci kept trending after he attended the Gucci show and the premiere of the brand's short film "The Tiger," and global searches for the Gucci "Primavera" campaign hit their peak. The 13.8 million won jacket Jin wore in that campaign sold out less than 24 hours after its release.
"Ustedes Son los Mejores": Jin and BTS Close Their Chile Run in Traditional Huaso Outfits
BTS played their third and last show at Santiago's Estadio Nacional on October 17 as part of the "ARIRANG" world tour. All seven members, Jin included, came on stage in traditional Chilean huaso outfits with ponchos and chupallas (straw hats), as a tribute to Chilean culture, and fans in the sold-out stadium cheered right away. CNN en Español reports that the members thanked Chilean ARMY from the stage. RM told the crowd "Ustedes son los mejores. Muchas gracias por tanto, Chile," Suga promised "No nos queda otra que volver," and Jimin said he did not want to leave Chile. "Spine Breaker" was among the night's surprise songs. Carabineros chief Marcelo Araya praised the fans for being respectful and organized. Infobae notes that the group did something similar in Lima on October 10, where they wore Peruvian ponchos and chullos. Next, the tour goes to Buenos Aires on October 21, 23 and 24, then to São Paulo on October 29, 30 and 31.
The Face of Alo: Jin Shares Behind-the-Scenes Photos From His Alo Campaign Shoot
Star News reports that Jin, a global ambassador for U.S. wellness and activewear brand Alo, shared photos from an Alo campaign shoot on his Instagram on the 17th. The photos show him in a hood in profile and working out in a setting with mountains and clouds, and fans around the world were quick to respond. Jin also appeared on five covers of the October issue of Esquire Wellness, made with Alo, and the five versions took first through fifth place in sales on Aladin and Yes24. Meanwhile, BTS played Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos in Santiago, Chile, on the 15th and 17th as part of the "ARIRANG" world tour, with one more show set for the 18th.
Jin Climbs to 4th in October's Boy Group Member Brand Reputation Rankings
The Korea Business Reputation Research Institute has released its October 2026 brand reputation rankings for individual boy group members, based on big data collected for 755 members from September 17 to October 17. Jin placed 4th with a brand reputation index of 2,343,460, moving up from 5th in August and September. His index was down 18.44% from last month, but his rank went up. BTS took four of the top five spots: Jimin was 1st (4,822,962), Jungkook 2nd, San 3rd, Jin 4th and V 5th. Jin scored 159,353 in participation, 163,931 in media, 1,078,490 in communication and 941,625 in community. Meanwhile, Jin and BTS play their third and last Santiago show at Estadio Nacional tonight.
A Cup of Coffee With Seokjin: Jin Voted the Star Who Best Fits a Coffee Ad
Star News reports that Jin of BTS took first place in an autumn poll asking which star would be the perfect model for a coffee advertisement. The vote ran from October 5 to October 11, and Jin won with about 70% of all votes. As his prize, an ad featuring Jin is now playing on large electronic billboards in Seoul's Seodaemun and Myeong-dong districts. The article also points to Jin's string of first places in other fan polls and his work as a model and ambassador for several brands. Meanwhile, BTS are in Santiago, Chile, on their "ARIRANG" world tour, with more shows at Estadio Nacional this weekend.
A World First for a Group: Jin and BTS Pass 10 Billion Spotify Streams in a Single Year
Star News reports that, as of the 16th, BTS have surpassed 10 billion streams on Spotify in 2026 alone, making them the first group ever to reach that figure in a single year, a mark previously hit only by solo artists Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande and Bad Bunny. Their 2026 total is up about 122% from last year's 4.5 billion. The main driver is "ARIRANG", the fifth full-length album released in March, which passed 5 billion plays as of the 14th and is Spotify's most-streamed new release of 2026. On release day, all 14 tracks held positions 1 to 14 on Spotify's Daily Top Songs Global chart, and the title track "SWIM" drew about 14 million plays on its first day, the biggest single-day count for any 2026 song. BTS were also named Artist of the Year at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards Japan, with the main ceremony set for the 29th at Tokyo Dome.
"My Eyes and Heart Are Purified": A Listener's Story About Jin Becomes a Speaking Lesson on EBS English FM
Star News reports that a listener's story about Jin was used as a speaking-practice sentence on the 12th on EBS FM's "English That Opens Your Mouth", hosted by Lee Hyun-seok and Jennie Park. The listener said they had mainly known BTS as an idol group that boosts Korea's image. Then, this spring, they happened to see a clip of Jin on a variety show, became a fan, and grew interested in the other members too. They said watching Jin gave them energy during a tiring daily routine, and that BTS is loved not only for its glamorous image but also for its sincerity, hard work and purity. "Thanks to Jin, I feel like my eyes and heart are being purified," they said, adding that they support him more passionately than anyone.
Jin Ranks Third Among Male Idols in the 259th Star Ranking Poll
Jin placed third among male idols in Star News' 259th Star Ranking poll, which ran from October 8 to October 15, with 20,136 votes. CORTIS members Seong-hyeon (about 350,595 votes) and Geon-ho (about 253,059 votes) took first and second place, 2PM's Jun-ho came fourth, and BTS bandmate Jungkook moved up to fifth. Star Ranking is a fan vote: stars who hold first place for four weeks in a row get electronic billboard ads, and the results also count toward the AAA 2026 Star Ranking award.
Five Wins in Spain: Jin Sweeps the Top 50 Music Awards 2026 With "Don't Say You Love Me" and "Echo"
Star News reports that Jin won five awards at Spain's "Top 50 Music Awards 2026", all in the international category: Best Song for his solo single "Don't Say You Love Me", Best Album for his second mini-album "Echo", Best Artist, Best K-Pop Artist and Best Fans. Past winners of the ceremony include Billie Eilish, Harry Styles, Olivia Rodrigo and Taylor Swift. Released on May 16, 2025, "Echo" includes four tracks that Jin helped write. Its title track "Don't Say You Love Me" reached No. 1 on Spotify's global chart in May 2025, was the most-streamed K-pop song worldwide on Spotify in 2025, and passed 1 billion streams in August. It also topped Mexican station House Radio's "2026 Summer Edition" chart for the second year in a row. Meanwhile, Jin is in Santiago with BTS for three "ARIRANG" world tour concerts at Estadio Nacional.
"Chile Is the Best Country in Chile": Jin and BTS Light Up Estadio Nacional on Their First Santiago Night
BTS' first concert in Chile since 2017 went ahead on Wednesday, October 14, at Santiago's Estadio Nacional, despite the storm the day before. Doors opened at 4:30 p.m., and Jin, RM, SUGA, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jungkook took the stage just after 8 p.m. on the 600-ton 360° "ARIRANG" tour stage. La Tercera puts the crowd at about 60,000, while BioBioChile reports about 69,000. The setlist included "Hooligan", "Aliens", "Run BTS", "Not Today", "IDOL", "Butter" and "Dynamite", plus a surprise-song segment and a birthday tribute to Jimin. Near the end, V told the crowd in Spanish: "Chile es el mejor país de Chile" ("Chile is the best country in Chile"). The show ended with a parade around the athletics track. Two more Santiago concerts follow on October 16 and 17, then Argentina (October 23 and 24, La Plata) and Brazil (October 28, 30 and 31, São Paulo).
Despite the Storm: BTS' First Santiago Concert at Estadio Nacional Goes Ahead Tonight
A storm hit Santiago on Tuesday, October 13, and Chile's weather service issued an alert for the central zone, but BTS' first concert in Chile is still on for tonight, Wednesday, October 14, at Estadio Nacional. According to RPP, Ñuñoa mayor Sebastián Sichel said the venue "did not suffer any impact on access" and that a security committee is working with the promoter. The stadium structure was not damaged, and flooding in one of the sports complex's other facilities does not affect the show. More rain may fall around the next two dates, but authorities do not expect plans to change. Prensa Latina confirms that tonight is the first of three sold-out "ARIRANG" world tour concerts in the Chilean capital, on October 14, 16 and 17. They are the first shows in Chile for Jin and the other members since 2017, and the tour then continues to Argentina and Brazil.
137 Straight Weeks at No. 1: Jin Extends His MyOnePick K-Pop Solo Reign as BTS Hit Santiago
Star News reports that Jin has topped MyOnePick's weekly K-Pop solo ranking for the 137th week in a row, collecting 9,662,250 hearts in the second week of October (October 4 to 11). He also ranked first in the September monthly K-Pop solo ranking, extending that streak to 33 consecutive months. In August, he earned his 29th overall No. 1 on the OnePick Chart K-POP (Solo) and topped the "2026 2nd Season Chart" after also winning Season 1. Jin is a global ambassador for Gucci, Fred, ALO and Laneige, and he continues BTS' "ARIRANG" world tour in South America with three concerts at Santiago's Estadio Nacional, starting October 15 Korea time (October 14 in Chile).
"We're Here! Chile": Jin and BTS Land in Santiago Ahead of Their Three Estadio Nacional Concerts
Tecache and BioBioChile report that BTS (RM, Jin, SUGA, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jungkook) landed in Santiago on Monday, October 12, coming from Lima, Peru, after their three concerts at Estadio San Marcos. J-Hope confirmed the arrival on Instagram with a photo of a sunset over the mountains and the airport runway captioned "We're here! Chile", while Jimin shared a shot of the orange Chilean sky with the word "Wow". According to Meganoticias, ARMY gathered at Estadio Nacional the same day for the official merchandise presale and some fans are already camping outside the venue. The group plays three "ARIRANG" World Tour concerts there on October 14, 16 and 17, their first shows in Chile since 2017, before continuing to Argentina and Brazil. RM asked fans not to go to the airport or hotels so the members can rest.
"The Handsome Man Who Came to Peru": Jin Praised for His Visuals, Fashion and Live Vocals in Lima
Star News reviews Jin's three "ARIRANG" world tour concerts with BTS at Lima's Estadio Universidad San Marcos (October 8, 10 and 11 Korean time), calling him a "god of beauty" for his visuals, stage fashion and live vocals. The outlet highlights his stage looks, including a sleeveless top, a poncho and an alpaca hat, as well as his closing remarks in the Spanish he studied for fans. On his first visit to Peru, local fans organized support events for him, and Jin-related hashtags entered real-time X trends in several countries on each day of the Lima shows. On October 13, Jin shared performance and behind-the-scenes photos on Instagram, and posted a birthday drawing and handwritten message for a bandmate on Weverse.
From Lima to Santiago: Jin and BTS Head to Chile as Estadio Nacional Builds Its 360° Stage
DSN reports that Jin and BTS left Peru for Chile on the night of October 11 after their three concerts at Lima's Estadio San Marcos. The group will play three "ARIRANG" world tour concerts at Santiago's Estadio Nacional on October 14, 16 and 17 at 8:00 p.m. local time, their first shows in Chile since 2017. Giant welcome billboards in Spanish and Korean have appeared in the capital, one signed by CHARMY (Chilean ARMY) reading "The spring we waited 9 years for has finally arrived". According to The Clinic, cranes are installing a 360° central stage on a covered pitch, operating from the athletics track, a setup approved by the Instituto Nacional de Deportes 19 days after it first rejected the venue. Santiago Metro will run until midnight on concert days, an official merchandise presale is held on October 12 at Parque Estadio Nacional, and ARMY communities are urging fans not to share the members' locations following the incidents outside the group's Lima hotel.
"JIN PERU TE AMA♥": Peruvian ARMY Welcome Jin With Record-Breaking Large-Scale Support
Star News reports that Jin's first visit to Peru drew a record-breaking, large-scale welcome from local fans while BTS held three "ARIRANG" world tour concerts at Lima's Estadio San Marcos (October 8, 10 and 11 Korean time). Jin fan groups SEOKJIN_PERU and MoonProjectPerú set up large panels, electronic billboards, paragliding displays, LED trucks, banners and pickets featuring Ajei, the alpaca character created by Jin. A temporary "BTS Avenue" was designated in the city to commemorate the concerts, and a fan dressed as Ajei appeared on a Peruvian news program. A fan named ColdJIN also climbed a 5,686 m snow-capped mountain to mark Jin's visit.
"JIN ES CLAVE EN LIMA": Jin Trends Worldwide as "Worldwide Handsome" During BTS' Peru Concerts
Star News reports that Jin drew a strong response from fans during BTS' "ARIRANG" world tour concerts at Estadio San Marcos in Lima, Peru. At the first show (October 8 Korean time), he performed "Siren" in a sleeveless top with goggles and no jacket, and closed with remarks in the Spanish he had studied for ARMY. Peruvian fans, welcoming Jin on his first visit to the region, organized large-scale support events and welcome ceremonies, and hashtags tied to his Lima appearance, including "JIN ES CLAVE EN LIMA" ("Jin is key in Lima"), entered real-time trends on X in several countries, including the United States. On October 9, Jin also posted a selfie on Weverse that drew strong reactions from fans.
"Los Amo Para Siempre": Jin and BTS Say Goodbye to Lima in Peruvian Ponchos at Their Final San Marcos Concert
BTS wrapped up their three sold-out "ARIRANG" world tour concerts at Lima's Estadio San Marcos on Saturday, October 10. The show opened with "Hooligan", and this time the surprise songs were "House of Cards" and "UGH!", the latter performed by the rap line. The seven members sat on the 360° stage to sing "Please". In the final stretch they came back wearing traditional Peruvian ponchos and chullos for "Come Over", and kept them on for "Butter" and "Dynamite". According to RPP, Jin praised the crowd ("Tienen mucha energía", "You have so much energy") and said goodbye to ARMY with "Los amo para siempre, cariño" ("I love you forever, darling"). ARMY sang "Happy Birthday" to Jimin ahead of his October 13 birthday. RM said he was sorry he couldn't visit Machu Picchu but that seeing Peruvian ARMY was enough, V asked fans whether they would bring the group back, and Jungkook promised "Volveremos" ("We'll be back"). The concert ended with "Into the Sun" after more than two hours. The tour's next stop is Santiago, Chile, from October 14.
Lima Opens Estadio San Marcos Doors Early for BTS' Final Lima Concert
Lima mayor Renzo Reggiardo announced on RPP that the doors of Estadio San Marcos will open at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 10, for BTS' third and final Lima concert of the "ARIRANG" world tour. "Vamos a aperturar hoy día el estadio a las 2 de la tarde," he said, explaining that the measure aims to reduce crowds outside the venue caused in part by "vendedores de colas" (people selling places in line) and keep pedestrian and vehicle traffic flowing. The show's start time, around 8:00 p.m., does not change. According to Infobae, the Municipality of Lima also installed 25 portable toilets near Gate 8 and at Parque UV3 for fans waiting in line, deployed drones and municipal officers to monitor the area and handle friction with resellers, and removed nearly 20 tons of waste from outside the stadium.
Fans Surround BTS' Van Outside Lima Hotel, Sparking Privacy Concerns in Korea
Infobae reports that on the night of Thursday, October 8, after a drone show on the Costa Verde honoring BTS, crowds of fans gathered outside the JW Marriott hotel in Miraflores where Jin and the members are reportedly staying. Videos shared on social media show fans surrounding a black van trying to get through, with shouting, pushing and voices calling "Compórtense" ("Behave") and "Let them through", while traffic was disrupted. The scenes drew concern from fan communities in South Korea: the account Eyop Korea described the gatherings as a "serious invasion of privacy", citing late-night shouting and reports of lasers aimed at hotel rooms, adding that "loving BTS should include letting them rest". The post was shared by ARMY Perú. The incidents follow RM's October 7 Weverse message asking fans to stop waiting outside the hotel because the noise reached the members' rooms and kept them and the staff from resting. BTS Perú Fanclub condemned the harassment and said the drone show had not called anyone to the hotel. BTS play their third and final Lima concert at Estadio San Marcos on Saturday, October 10.
"BTS Is Ready!": Jin Kicks Off BTS' Second Lima Concert, Closed With "Into the Sun"
BTS played the second of their three "ARIRANG" world tour concerts at Lima's Estadio San Marcos on Friday, October 9. According to El Comercio, Jin shouted "¡BTS está listo!" ("BTS is ready!") in Spanish as the group took the stage around 8:30 p.m. La República reports the show opened with "Hooligan" and ran more than two hours, featuring "FAKE LOVE", "SWIM", "Not Today", "MIC Drop", "Fire", an "IDOL" remix and "Dynamite", before closing with "Into the Sun" around 10:30 p.m. RM appeared wearing a Peruvian chullo, Jimin wore a white one during "Butter", and the stadium sang "Happy Birthday" to Jimin ahead of his October 13 birthday. RM also clarified that his Weverse request asking fans not to wait outside the hotel applied to all of Latin America. Fans without tickets followed the show from Avenida Amézaga outside the stadium. The third and final Lima date takes place on Saturday, October 10.
ARMY Set Up a New Tent Camp Outside Estadio San Marcos Ahead of BTS' Second Lima Concert
El Comercio, RPP and Diario Correo report that ARMY from across Peru set up around 20 tents near Gate 8 of Estadio San Marcos to be among the first inside for BTS' second Lima concert on Friday, October 9. Teens came with parents and relatives, sheltering from the 27°C sun with benches and umbrellas, while food vendors and police officers were present nearby. Chandeli Tarazona, a 20-year-old student who traveled from Huancayo, told RPP she has followed the group since 2017 and has dreamed of this moment for nine years. Camps set up before the first show had been removed by police. BTS' third and final Lima concert of the "ARIRANG" world tour takes place on Saturday, October 10.
Jin Tops MyOnePick Weekly K-Pop Solo Rankings for 136th Consecutive Week
Star News reports that Jin held the No. 1 spot in MyOnePick's weekly K-Pop (Solo) ranking for the 136th consecutive week, with 13,759,341 votes in the first week of October (September 27 - October 4). He also topped the September monthly K-Pop (Solo) ranking, his 33rd consecutive month at No. 1, recorded his 29th overall No. 1 in August's OnePick Chart K-Pop (Solo) and leads the "2026 2nd Season Chart" K-Pop (Solo) category. A reward ad for his July monthly win runs on Gangnam-daero from October 5 to 9, while Jin continues the "ARIRANG" world tour in Lima with BTS.
Jin Named Idol Pick's "September Best Artist", No. 1 for a Fourth Straight Month
Star News reports that Jin was named Idol Pick's "September Best Artist" with 210,895 picks, keeping the top monthly spot for four consecutive months. In the weekly vote for the fourth week of September (September 28 - October 4), he took first place in the male idol individual category with 50,766 picks, his 72nd consecutive week at No. 1. A reward ad will run on the outdoor electronic billboard at Exit 1 of Seoul's Seodaemun Station from October 15 to 24. The article also recalls that Jin's five "Esquire Wellness" covers, released October 1, took ranks one to five on Aladin and Yes24.
"HOME" and "Outro: Wings" as Surprise Songs: How BTS' First Lima Concert Went
RPP's live coverage reports that BTS' first concert in Lima on October 7 at Estadio San Marcos, part of the ARIRANG world tour, began around 8:00 p.m. and ran until about 10:15 p.m. The members walked in along a long runway and opened with "Hooligan" and "Aliens", followed by songs including "MIC Drop", "FAKE LOVE", "Dynamite" and "IDOL", during which the members went down to the field runways among ARMY. The encore included two surprise songs, "HOME" and "Outro: Wings", and the show closed with "Please" and "Into the Sun". Jin told the crowd "Perú es el mejor" and said he had learned Spanish especially for the show, while j-hope admitted the crowd's energy surprised him: "Debimos haber venido antes". BTS return to Estadio San Marcos on Friday, October 9, and Saturday, October 10.
"I Studied Spanish for You": Jin Surprises ARMY in Spanish at BTS' First Lima Concert
Infobae reports that during BTS' first-ever concert in Lima on October 7 at Estadio San Marcos, Jin addressed the Peruvian crowd in Spanish, drawing screams and laughter. "Hola... Estudié español por ustedes" ("I studied Spanish for you"), he said, before adding "El ceviche es delicioso", "BTS son guapos", "Jin es cute" and "Los ARMYs son hermosos" ("ARMYs are beautiful"), and closing with "Gracias por escucharme. ¡Nos vemos!". BTS return to Estadio San Marcos for two more shows on Friday, October 9, and Saturday, October 10.
Soundcheck Ticket Holders Enter Estadio San Marcos as BTS' First Lima Concert Day Begins
Infobae reports that fans holding Soundcheck tickets began entering the Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos campus at 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 7, ahead of the first of Jin and BTS' three concerts at Estadio San Marcos. Hundreds of ARMY, some of whom had waited for days, gathered around the stadium, and organizers separated Soundcheck holders and part of the Campo A crowd to ease congestion. Soundcheck registration runs until 2:00 p.m., field doors open at 4:00 p.m., stands at 5:00 p.m., and the show starts at 8:00 p.m. The next concerts are on Friday, October 9, and Saturday, October 10.
San Marcos University Moves Education Faculty Classes Online During BTS' Lima Concerts
Infobae reports that the Academic Vice-Deanery of the Faculty of Education at Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos (UNMSM) announced that undergraduate activities at the University City will be held remotely from Tuesday, October 6, to Friday, October 9. The measure responds to the road closures around Estadio San Marcos, located on the campus, for Jin and BTS' concerts on October 7, 9 and 10, and aims to keep the academic calendar on track. The Physical Education Professional School, located in La Victoria outside the restricted zone, keeps in-person classes.
Spots in the ARMY Queue Sold for Up to S/250 Outside Estadio San Marcos
Infobae reports that, one day before BTS' first Lima concert, an informal market has formed outside Estadio San Marcos, with vendors charging S/200 to S/250 for a spot in the queue. ARMY have been waiting for days with tents, chairs and umbrellas to secure the best entry positions. On secondary markets, resale tickets for the sold-out October 7, 9 and 10 shows range from about S/1,500 to S/7,115, with the highest prices in the Occidente section.
New Tickets Released for BTS' Three Lima Concerts at Estadio San Marcos
Infobae reports that the concert production released a new batch of tickets for Jin and BTS' October 7, 9 and 10 shows at Estadio San Marcos through Ticketmaster Peru. Sales opened on October 6 at 5 p.m. on a first-come, first-served basis, with limited inventory for each date and a virtual queue opening 30 minutes earlier. Prices listed: Tribuna Norte/Sur S/483, Tribuna Oriente/Occidente S/667 and Campo S/851. Entry requires the dynamic QR code in the Quentro app (screenshots and PDFs are not valid), and fans are warned against resale scams. Each concert starts around 8 p.m.
Lima Municipality Denies Fake Notice Claiming Estadio San Marcos Would Close Before BTS' Concerts
Just hours before Jin and BTS take the stage in Lima, a fake document began circulating claiming that Estadio San Marcos would be temporarily closed ahead of the group's October 7, 9 and 10 concerts. On October 6, the Municipalidad Metropolitana de Lima officially denied it, stating that the document was not produced by the institution and contained false information. The municipality confirmed the concerts remain scheduled as planned, said inspections and coordination continue to ensure all authorizations and safety measures are in place, and announced it is working with Peru's National Police to identify those who created and shared the fake notice using its institutional branding.
ARMY Gather Outside BTS' Hotel in Miraflores Despite Calls to Respect the Members' Privacy
Infobae reports that, after Jin and BTS landed in Lima, crowds of ARMY gathered outside the group's hotel in Miraflores from around 5 p.m., chanting "BTS, BTS, BTS" and holding signs and gifts in the hope of a glimpse of the members. Police reinforced security around the area, and several false alarms broke out when production staff were mistaken for the members. The gathering came despite the fan club's request to respect the artists' privacy and personal space. "We have faith that they're going to come out," one mother told reporters. BTS perform at Estadio San Marcos on October 7, 9 and 10.
Surco Renames Calle Sacramento "Av. BTS" for a Week to Welcome the Group and ARMY
Infobae reports that the Municipality of Santiago de Surco has symbolically renamed Calle Sacramento as "Av. BTS" from October 5 to 11 to welcome Jin, BTS and their ARMY to Lima. The special signage gives fans a new photo spot during concert week. The initiative was coordinated with the BTS Perú Fan Club and accompanies activities at Parque de la Amistad, including a symbolic key-of-the-city presentation to the fan club.
Jin and BTS Land in Lima for the First Time Ahead of Their Three San Marcos Concerts
Infobae reports that RM, Jin, SUGA, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jungkook arrived at Jorge Chávez International Airport on Monday, October 5, touching Peruvian soil for the first time after their two concerts in Bogotá. The members left their charter flight through a special area of the terminal under a large security operation, with motorized police clearing the route to their hotel in Miraflores. BTS will perform at Estadio San Marcos on October 7, 9 and 10, while ARMY continue to queue outside the venue.
360-Degree Stage Takes Shape at Estadio San Marcos for BTS' Three Lima Concerts
El Comercio reports that intensive work is underway at Estadio San Marcos, where a 360-degree stage is being installed for BTS' three concerts on October 7, 9 and 10. Trucks have delivered structures and equipment, and the Lima Metropolitan Municipality scheduled technical inspections on October 2, 5 and 6 to check temporary structures, audio and video towers, electrical installations and evacuation routes. More than 52,000 fans are expected each night for Jin and BTS' first-ever meeting with Peruvian ARMY, with shows starting around 8 p.m. and lasting about three hours.
BTS Rank No. 1 in October's Advertising Model Brand Reputation Rankings
Star News reports that BTS took first place in the Korea Business Reputation Research Institute's advertising model brand reputation analysis for October 2026, with a brand reputation index of 4,009,253, up 1.96% from the previous month. The ranking comes as Jin and the members continue the "ARIRANG" World Tour in Latin America.
Peruvian ARMY Already Camping Outside Estadio San Marcos Ahead of BTS' First Lima Concerts
Infobae reports that around ten tents have been set up by ARMY at Gate 1 of Estadio San Marcos in Lima, even as Peru holds municipal elections, with some fans having reserved their spots nearly a month ago. Families and fans take turns to keep their places. BTS will play their first-ever concerts in Peru on October 7, 9 and 10 at 8:00 p.m. as part of the "ARIRANG" World Tour; soundcheck ticket holders must enter by 2:00 p.m., field access opens at 4:00 p.m. and stands at 5:00 p.m.
"Vamos a Volver": Jin's Emotional Promise to Colombian ARMY as BTS Head to Lima
El Comercio reports that during BTS' second and final concert at Bogotá's El Campín on October 3, Jin bid farewell to Colombian ARMY in Spanish: "Gracias por reír, cantar y llorar mientras suenan nuestras canciones. Ustedes son lo máximo. Voy a guardar todos estos sentimientos en mi corazón y vamos a volver de nuevo." After the two Colombian shows, the "ARIRANG" World Tour now heads to Peru for three sold-out concerts at Lima's Estadio San Marcos on October 7, 9 and 10.
Jin Wins MyOnePick's "Favorite Battle" by a Landslide, Earning a Gangnam-daero Billboard
Star News reports that Jin took first place in MyOnePick's "Who is the Favorite Battle Champion?" poll with 14,472 votes, a 48% share. As the winner's prize, an advertisement featuring Jin will run for five days in October on a large electronic billboard on Gangnam-daero in Seoul. The article also notes Jin's recent wins in IdolChart polls for "Star Best Suited for a Beer Commercial" and for turning airport lobbies into runways with his airport fashion, while BTS continue the "ARIRANG" World Tour in Bogotá.
"Hágale Pues!": Jin Speaks Spanish as BTS Close Their Two Sold-Out Nights in Bogotá
BTS played their second and final Bogotá concert on Saturday, October 3, at a full Estadio El Campín, closing the Colombian stop of the "ARIRANG" World Tour. Semana reports that Jin greeted the crowd with "Hola Bogotá. Es mi primera vez en Bogotá, por eso aprendí un poco de español", before shouting the Colombian expression "¡Hágale pues!" and signing off with a laughing "y ya, bye bye". The members promised to speak much better Spanish next time they return. According to Infobae, around 45,000 fans attended the show, which started at 8:00 p.m. and lasted about two hours, with songs including "Hooligan", "FAKE LOVE", "MIC Drop", "Butter" and "Dynamite".
"Why Didn't We Come Sooner?": Jin and BTS Win Over Bogotá in Spanish
Semana reports on the members' closing messages at BTS' first Bogotá concert on October 2. j-hope asked "Why hadn't we come to Colombia before?", Jimin said Colombian ARMY's voices were the loudest he had heard, SUGA promised "We'll come more often", V tried out his Spanish and asked fans to help him improve, RM said Bogotá was as beautiful as he had been told, and Jungkook said Colombia is a country they want to return to regularly. Jin closed the show with an enthusiastic "let's go!" shouted in Spanish, drawing cheers across the stadium. El Colombiano adds that one member even used the local slang "qué chimba" on stage. The second Bogotá show takes place tonight, October 3.
Jin and BTS Play Their Historic First Concert in Colombia at a Sold-Out El Campín
El Tiempo reports that BTS held their first-ever concert in Colombia on Friday, October 2, at Estadio Nemesio Camacho El Campín in Bogotá, as part of the "ARIRANG" World Tour. The show began around 8:00 p.m. in front of a sold-out stadium, with Colombian ARMY singing so loudly they nearly drowned out the band. Jimin greeted the crowd in Spanish ("es nuestra primera vez en Bogotá"), and the group performed "I'm Fine" as a surprise song for the South American leg, amid lights and fireworks. Semana adds that thousands of fans without tickets gathered around the stadium, and that TransMilenio temporarily closed the El Campín station for crowd safety. The second Bogotá show takes place tonight, October 3.
ARMY Camp Overnight Outside El Campín as Jin and BTS Open Their Bogotá Concerts
Pulzo reports that more than 400 fans set up makeshift camps and slept in the streets around Estadio El Campín to secure the first spots in line for BTS' opening "ARIRANG" World Tour concert in Bogotá on October 2, followed by a second show on October 3. Around 53,000 people are expected each night. According to figures shared by the city, the two concerts are projected to generate more than 99 billion Colombian pesos for Bogotá, with 18.4% of tickets bought from abroad (mainly Ecuador, Mexico and Venezuela) and air bookings to the capital up 46.6% compared with last year.
Jin Covers Esquire Korea's Wellness Book Issue 03 in Collaboration with ALO
PTKOREA reports that Jin is the cover star of Esquire Korea's Wellness Book Issue 03 (October 2026), a pictorial created in collaboration with premium lifestyle brand ALO, for which Jin is ambassador. "Esquire Wellness, your guide to a healthy body and mind and a balanced lifestyle, is back. This time, in collaboration with BTS Jin," the magazine announced. The issue comes in five cover versions (A to E), and the shoot is Jin's third major pictorial campaign this year after Gucci and Fred.
BTS' "ARIRANG" Tour Heads Into a Historic 14-Show Latin American Leg
Latin Times reports that Jin and BTS launch the Latin American leg of the "ARIRANG" World Tour on October 2 in Bogotá, with 14 stadium shows across five countries — three more than originally announced, after extra dates were added in Lima, Santiago and Buenos Aires. The tour has grossed $433.2 million across 38 shows through mid-August, surpassing BLACKPINK's "Born Pink" as the highest-earning concert run by a Korean act, with projections above $700 million by its end in early 2027. BTS become the first Korean act to headline venues in Bogotá and Buenos Aires, and Colombia, Peru and Argentina will host the full seven-member group for the first time.
Bogotá Declares Jin and BTS Honorary Guests Ahead of Their El Campín Concerts
Colombia One reports that Bogotá Mayor Carlos Fernando Galán has declared BTS Honorary Guests of the Colombian capital, just before the group's two sold-out "ARIRANG" World Tour concerts at El Campín Stadium on October 2 and 3. The Mayor's Office highlighted "the group's career since its debut in 2013, as well as its contribution to the international promotion of South Korean music." More than 100,000 fans are expected, and the city has planned special TransMilenio service, road closures, Korean cultural activities and purple illuminations of landmarks such as Torre Colpatria.
"Run BTS" Teases Two-Part Toronto Episode with Picnic, Park Games and Pickleball
GMA Network reports that BTS released a YouTube teaser for an upcoming two-part Toronto episode of "Run BTS". The preview shows Jin and the members hanging out at a park, having a picnic, playing various active games and trying pickleball. The first Toronto episode premieres on October 6, followed by the second on October 11, on Weverse and the BANGTANTV YouTube channel. The variety show returned in April after a three-year hiatus.
Jin and BTS Arrive in Bogotá to Kick Off the Latin American Leg of the "ARIRANG" Tour
El Comercio reports that BTS arrived in Bogotá on September 30 to launch the Latin American leg of their "ARIRANG" World Tour, with concerts on October 2 and 3 at Estadio Nemesio Camacho El Campín. Jin, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jungkook had been seen leaving Incheon Airport, while RM and SUGA travelled separately. Colombian ARMY asked media not to reveal the members' locations for safety reasons, and Bogotá officials estimate an economic impact of about $25 million. The tour then continues to Lima, Santiago, Buenos Aires and São Paulo through October 31.
Jin's Jungkook T-Shirt at Incheon Airport Goes Viral
Koreaboo reports that Jin drew attention on September 30 when he arrived at Incheon International Airport wearing a T-shirt printed with a photo of Jungkook. The members were amused by the shirt, and Jin was later seen copying the pose printed on it while V helped make sure the angle was right, a moment that quickly went viral among fans.
Last-Minute Tickets Released for Jin and BTS' "ARIRANG" Concerts in Bogotá
El Colombiano and El Tiempo report that a very limited number of additional tickets for BTS' two "ARIRANG" World Tour concerts at Bogotá's El Campín stadium on October 2 and 3 went on sale on September 29 at 3:00 p.m. via Ticketmaster Colombia. The new seats come from production adjustments and from cancelled purchases that broke the terms of sale, with a limit of four tickets per person per date. Prices range from about 300,000 COP to a 2,953,000 COP VIP Sound Check package. These will be Jin and BTS' first-ever concerts in Colombia.
Bogotá's El Campín Stadium Begins Massive Build for BTS' "ARIRANG" Tour Stop
El Universal (Colombia) reports that Bogotá's Nemesio Camacho El Campín stadium closed to sporting activities from September 23 to October 16 to allow construction of the stage for BTS' two "ARIRANG" World Tour concerts on October 2 and 3, forcing the Women's League final to be postponed. The build includes a 14.7-meter main tower, a 50-million-pixel LED screen, roughly 9.5 kilometers of cabling, and a design inspired by Gyeongbokgung Palace, mobilizing over 1,000 international specialists and 164,500 kg of equipment for what will be the group's first-ever performance in Bogotá, with Jin and all seven members set to take the stage.
LANEIGE Shares New "Fresh-Faced" Jin Campaign Photos Ahead of Wide Eye Patch Release
LANEIGE US's official Instagram posted a new set of campaign photos captioned "A few fresh-faced moments with Jin," continuing his role as the brand's first male global ambassador. The post promotes the wider October 6 rollout of the Bouncy & Firm Cooling Hydrogel Eye Patches across Sephora and Amazon, following their limited September 17 debut.
Jin Ranks 11th in September 2026 Individual Idol Brand Reputation Index
Soompi reports that the Korean Business Research Institute's September 2026 individual idol brand reputation rankings, based on consumer, media, communication and community index analysis, placed Jin 11th overall among all idols.
International Critics Praise BTS' iHeartRadio Festival Set as "One Evolving Visual World"
StarNews reports that overseas music outlets praised BTS' September 18 iHeartRadio Music Festival set for seamlessly linking four songs into a single visual narrative. Singapore's Bandwagon described it as "one evolving visual world" moving from an underwater setting through an industrial warehouse, outer space and finally a burning desert, while US outlet Headline Planet called it a symbol of "growth, liberation, and progression," crediting the strong song transitions and the choreography of all seven members, including Jin, for carrying the stage.
Jin Sits Out Netflix's "Gianjang 2," Lee Jun-ho Steps In As Replacement
StarNews reports that at the press conference for Netflix variety show "Gianjang 2," which premiered September 22, producer Lee So-min confirmed that Season 1 cast member Jin was unable to join this season, with actor Lee Jun-ho brought in as his replacement since host Gian84 remains fond of working alongside celebrity guests.
Jin's Caring Moment at iHeartRadio Festival Photo Wall Sparks Viral #JinxiHeartFestival Trend
StarNews reports that during BTS' September 19 (KST) appearance at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Jin drew widespread praise after a loud sound rang out from the press area during the group's photo wall session and he immediately asked in English if everyone was okay. The moment, alongside his powerful high notes on "SWIM," "2.0," "MIC Drop" and "FYA," fueled hashtags including #JinxiHeartFestival and "JIN ROCKS IHEARTFESTIVAL" trending across multiple countries on X.
Jin's ARIRANG Tour LA Finale Gets Delayed Streaming as BTS Confirms South America Dates
TOPStarNews reports that a delayed streaming of Jin and BTS' September 6 "ARIRANG" World Tour finale at Los Angeles' SoFi Stadium aired on September 20 at 7pm KST, capping a North American leg that drew roughly 282,000 fans across 4 LA shows and 31 concerts in 12 cities overall. The group's next stop is South America, opening October 2-3 at Bogotá's Estadio El Campín before continuing to Lima, Santiago, Buenos Aires and São Paulo, with all seven members including Jin set to perform.
Jin and BTS Return to Incheon Airport, Wish ARMY a Happy Chuseok Holiday
NewSen reports that BTS members Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V and Jungkook returned to Korea through Incheon International Airport on September 20 following their performance at the iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas, with the group greeting fans and wishing them a happy Chuseok holiday.
BTS Calls ARMY "The Best Fans in the World" in Post-iHeartRadio Music Festival Interview
StarNews reports that in an interview following their September 18 headlining set at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas, their first appearance at the festival in six years, BTS, including Jin, praised their fandom, saying, "They are truly the best fans in the world. It is incredibly amazing that they sing along to every Korean lyric." The "BTS 2.0"-themed set featured the group performing "SWIM" from their new album alongside elaborate LED screens, lighting design and pyrotechnic effects.
Jin Tops MyOnePick Weekly K-Pop Solo Rankings for 133rd Consecutive Week
StarNews reports that Jin topped MyOnePick's weekly K-Pop (Solo) category ranking for the 133rd consecutive week, securing 10,684,578 votes during the September 6-13 voting period. He also holds 32 consecutive months as the platform's monthly No. 1 in the category, reached No. 1 for the 28th time overall in July's OnePick Chart K-Pop (Solo) section, and claimed first place in both Season 1 and Season 2 of the "2026 2nd Season Chart" K-Pop (Solo) category.
Jin Wins Inaugural FANNSTAR MYSTAR Award at 2026 The Fact Music Awards, BTS Takes FANNSTAR CHOICE
Soompi reports that at the 2026 The Fact Music Awards ceremony held September 19 at Busan Asiad Main Stadium, Jin became the inaugural winner of the newly created FANNSTAR MYSTAR (Male) award, topping a fan vote among 20 male finalists that included fellow BTS members. BTS as a group also won the FANNSTAR CHOICE (Group) award as well as Best Music honors for both Spring and Summer, while the ceremony's four Daesang grand prizes went to ATEEZ, NMIXX, RIIZE and CORTIS.
Jin Ranks 5th in September 2026 Boy Group Individual Brand Reputation Rankings
StarNews reports that the Korea Corporate Reputation Institute released its September 2026 boy group individual brand reputation rankings, with Jin placing fifth overall with a brand reputation index of 2,873,340, up 0.74% from the previous month. BTS' Jimin topped the list at 3,905,514, followed by BIGBANG's G-Dragon and ATEEZ's San, with the analysis evaluating participation, media, communication and community indices across 755 individual boy group members using roughly 69.6 million data points.
BTS, Including Jin, Deliver Fiery Headlining Set at 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas
iHeartRadio reports that BTS, all seven members including Jin, closed out night one of the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on September 18, opening with "SWIM" and "2.0" from their new album "ARIRANG" before launching into "MIC Drop" and ending the set with a high-energy rendition of "FYA," complete with flames bursting across the stage. The performance capped the group's return to the US festival circuit following their "ARIRANG" World Tour's North American leg.
Jin Named LANEIGE's First Male Global Ambassador, Fronts Debut Eye Patch Launch
NewBeauty reports that Jin is the face of LANEIGE's debut eye patch product, the Bouncy & Firm Cooling Hydrogel Eye Patches ($27), marking his second campaign as the brand's first-ever male global ambassador. The double-sided patches feature microneedling-inspired embossed designs with plant-derived PDRN, caffeine, and niacinamide, with clinical testing showing 100% of subjects experienced reduced under-eye puffiness after just 20 minutes of use. The patches launch exclusively on TikTok Shop and LANEIGE.com, expanding to Sephora.com and Amazon on October 6, followed by physical Sephora stores on October 9.
BTS Becomes First Asian Act to Hit 9 Billion Spotify Streams in a Single Year, Breaking Its Own 2017 Record
StarNews reports that BTS, including Jin, became the first Asian artist in history to surpass 9 billion Spotify streams within a single calendar year, racking up 9.04368153 billion cumulative streams in 2026 alone and breaking the group's own previous record of 8.65 billion streams set in 2017. All 149 BTS songs have individually passed 100 million cumulative Spotify streams, making BTS the only group in Spotify's history to reach that mark across its entire catalog. The milestone landed on September 18, exactly nine years after the September 18, 2017 release of "Love Yourself 承 'Her,'" the album containing "DNA," BTS' first entry on the Billboard Hot 100.
Jin Shares Seaside Instagram Photos, "A Fundamental Beauty That Even the Sea Would Envy"
StarNews reports that Jin shared a set of seaside photos on his personal Instagram, posing in a hat, black sleeveless top and jeans by the ocean, drawing praise from fans for his effortless visuals. The post comes as BTS' "ARIRANG" World Tour is set to continue in South America, with the group's first-ever concerts at Bogotá's Estadio El Campín on October 3 and 4 (Korean time).
Jin and BTS Depart Incheon Airport to Headline 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas
StarNews reports that all seven BTS members, RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jungkook, departed through Incheon International Airport on the afternoon of September 17 bound for the United States, where they are set to headline the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas on September 18 local time.
Jin Tops Idolpick Vote for 69th Consecutive Week, Sweeps All Categories
StarNews reports that Jin secured first place in Idolpick's weekly male idol individual vote for the 69th consecutive week, drawing 52,500 votes during the September 7-13 voting period and also topping the overall cross-category ranking. He additionally won August's Best Artist selection and the 188th round of the platform's billboard support vote, earning reward advertisements set to air September 23-25.
Jin's "Don't Say You Love Me" Officially Inducted Into Spotify's "Billions Club"
StarNews reports that Jin's solo track "Don't Say You Love Me" has officially been inducted into Spotify's "Billions Club," a list reserved for songs that surpass 1 billion cumulative streams, just 1 year and 3 months after its May 16, 2025 release. Spotify's official announcement praised the track, stating "a good song never goes out of style," placing it alongside milestone songs from artists like Michael Jackson, Frank Ocean and 3 Doors Down. The single has also charted at No. 90 on the Billboard Hot 100, peaked at No. 1 on Spotify's Global Chart, and ranked 63rd on Japan's Billboard mid-year singles chart, the highest placement among K-pop solo artists.
Jin's "Don't Say You Love Me" Tops Mexican Radio Chart for Third Straight Week, Tops 1 Billion Spotify Streams
StarNews reports that Jin's solo track "Don't Say You Love Me" reached No. 1 on Mexican station House Radio's "Ranking House" chart on September 12, marking his third consecutive week at the top and extending a run of over a year on local radio charts; House Radio also named Jin among its "2025 K-POP Artists" for the second year running, with the track recognized as its "2025 K-POP Song." The achievements come alongside a three-category sweep at the Brazil SEC Awards 2026 (International Male Artist of the Year, Asian Artist of the Year, and International Music of the Year for the song), plus "Don't Say You Love Me" surpassing 1 billion cumulative Spotify streams and Jin's personal Spotify following topping 10 million.
Official Book "BTS Lyrics Inside," Featuring Jin's Commentary, Releases Today
Hachette Book Group's Running Press, in partnership with Big Hit Music, releases "BTS Lyrics Inside" today, a 184-page officially licensed hardcover breaking down the meaning, stories and personal messages behind 10 BTS songs spanning "The Most Beautiful Moment in Life" era through the 2022 anthology album "Proof," including "Boy With Luv," "Life Goes On," "Magic Shop" and "Spring Day." The book includes full Hangul lyrics, romanized lines, official English notes, explanations of Korean expressions, and interviews and commentary from all seven members, RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook, on the songwriting behind their catalog.
BTS Named No. 1 Boy Group in September 2026 Brand Reputation Rankings
Soompi reports that the Korean Business Research Institute released its September 2026 brand reputation rankings for boy groups on September 12, with BTS, including Jin, taking first place with a brand reputation index of 6,633,651. High-ranking keywords tied to the group included "ARIRANG," "ARMY," and "North American tour," while related terms included "record," "sold out," and "long run"; the group's positivity-negativity analysis showed 93.91% positive reactions.
BTS Announces First-Ever Live Cinema Broadcast From South America for "ARIRANG" World Tour
Big Hit Music announced that BTS, including Jin, will hold their first-ever live cinema broadcasts from South America as part of the "ARIRANG" World Tour, screening the October 24 Buenos Aires concert at Estadio Único Diego Armando Maradona in La Plata (Argentina's first-ever BTS show) and the October 30 São Paulo concert at Estádio MorumBIS in roughly 3,800 theaters across about 80 countries and regions. Tickets for the live viewings go on sale September 17 at 9 a.m. ET via the official event website.
Jin Wishes RM a Happy Birthday on Instagram, Continuing His Yearly Tradition
On September 12 (RM's birthday in Korea), Jin posted on his personal Instagram account with the caption "생축" ("congrats"), featuring the message "해피벌스데이 브로" ("Happy Birthday Bro") for BTS leader RM. Jin is known for being among the first to publicly wish his fellow members a happy birthday each year, and this post quickly gathered over 2 million likes from fans.
Jimin Tops UPICK's "October Birthday Idol" Vote for the Fourth Consecutive Year
Sports Khan (Kyunghyang Shinmun) reports that BTS member Jimin won global fandom platform UPICK's "October Birthday Idol" vote for the fourth year running, beating out competitors including Evan and Cortis' James when the poll closed on September 9. Fans have dubbed October "Jimtober" in his honor, and as a reward he'll receive a congratulatory digital billboard at Seoul's Hongik University subway station featuring videos from fans worldwide. The news comes as BTS, including Jin, wrapped their "ARIRANG" World Tour's North American leg, which drew 1.92 million fans.
BTS Official Instagram Shows Jin Gifting Tuna and Flounder Sashimi He Caught to Members and Staff
BTS' official Instagram posted photos on September 9 (Korean time) showing tuna and flounder sashimi, caught by Jin during a fishing trip in Los Angeles, laid out in the group's concert waiting room dining area, captioned "Hyung-nim Jin caught flounder and tuna—please enjoy them!" Jin reportedly had the fish prepared as sashimi specifically so members and crew could enjoy it during meals on the "ARIRANG" World Tour stop, with staff later sharing photos confirming they'd tried it.
BTS, Including Jin, Land Back Home at Incheon Airport After Wrapping US Leg of ARIRANG World Tour
StarNews reports that all seven BTS members, including Jin, arrived at Incheon International Airport on the afternoon of September 8 after completing the North American leg of their "ARIRANG" World Tour in the United States. The group's return follows the sold-out four-night finale at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, with the world tour set to resume in South America starting October 2 in Bogotá.
BTS Wraps Up ARIRANG World Tour's North American Leg With 31 Sold-Out Shows and 1.92 Million Fans
South Korean outlets including Segye Ilbo, Hankyung and Munhwa Ilbo report that BTS, including Jin, wrapped up the North American leg of their "ARIRANG" World Tour with all 31 shows across 12 cities sold out, drawing a combined 1.92 million fans. The four-night Los Angeles finale at SoFi Stadium (September 1, 2, 5 and 6) alone attracted about 282,000 spectators, giving BTS the record for both the most concerts (eight total since 2021) and the largest cumulative audience (roughly 496,000) ever held at the venue; the final show was livestreamed via Weverse to 177 countries. The Los Angeles Times and Forbes both highlighted the tour's cultural impact on the city, which had declared September 1-8 "BTS Week." BTS' world tour continues in South America, kicking off October 2 in Bogotá.
BTS Wins Album of the Year for "ARIRANG" at 2026 SPOTV K-Pop Awards
Soompi and Yahoo News report that BTS, including Jin, won Best Album of the Year (Daesang) for "ARIRANG" at the 2026 SPOTV K-Pop Awards, held September 6 at KINTEX in Ilsan; the group also received the shared Artist of the Year (Bonsang) honor alongside six other acts. AND2BLE was the night's most-decorated act with five trophies, while KiiiKiii took Best Song of the Year and AKMU won Best Artist of the Year.
Jin Shares Happy Fishing Trip Photos on Instagram, V Jokes He's Taking Credit for the Captain's Catch
On his personal Instagram, Jin posted photos from a day out fishing at sea, smiling as he posed with his catch; fans in the comments said he looked especially happy and at peace doing what he loves. Fellow member V commented within minutes, jokingly accusing Jin of posing with the boat captain's fish rather than one he caught himself. The post was picked up by fan-tracking outlet PTKOREA amid BTS' ongoing "ARIRANG" World Tour stop in Los Angeles.
Jin Tops MY1PICK Chart for 131 Consecutive Weeks and 32 Straight Months
StarNews reports Jin remained No. 1 on the fan-voting platform MY1PICK's K-Pop individual weekly ranking for the fourth week of August (August 23-30) with 15,602,580 votes, extending his streak to 131 consecutive weeks at the top. He also topped the August monthly ranking with 61,815,534 votes, marking 32 consecutive months at No. 1, and reached No. 1 a total of 28 times in July's Pick Chart K-Pop (Solo) category while topping both seasons of the "2026 2nd Season Chart" K-Pop (Solo) category. Jin remains on the road with BTS for the "ARIRANG" World Tour, currently in Los Angeles.
BTS Tops September 2026 Advertising Model Brand Reputation Rankings
The Korean Institute of Corporate Reputation's September 2026 advertising model brand reputation rankings placed BTS, including Jin, in first place, ahead of Risenne in second and singer Lim Young-woong in third, according to a report by South Korea's Kyunghyang Shinmun (Sports Khan). The analysis measured roughly 34.9 million pieces of big data collected between August 3 and September 3, evaluating participation, media, communication and community indices; BTS' brand reputation index rose 10.70% from August to 3,932,230, driven by a 93.09% positive sentiment ratio tied to keywords around fan identity and global recognition.
Fans Demand Action After Video Appears to Show Jin Sprayed With Water During "Fake Love" at SoFi Stadium
Sportskeeda reports that fan-recorded clips circulating from the second "ARIRANG" World Tour show at SoFi Stadium on September 2 appear to show water directed at Jin from the crowd during "Fake Love." In the videos, Jin keeps singing while repeatedly pointing toward the audience in a "put it down" motion, with droplets visible in the air near him; some viewers describe the object as a water gun rather than a thrown bottle. It echoes a similar incident during the tour's Munich stop in July 2026, and fans are calling for tighter bag checks and closer barrier monitoring. No one in the clips has been identified, and neither HYBE nor SoFi Stadium has issued a public statement.
Coachella Reportedly in Intense Talks to Book BTS for 2027 Lineup
The Korea Herald reports that Coachella organizer Goldenvoice is reportedly in intense negotiations to secure BTS, including Jin, for its 2027 lineup, according to industry outlet Hits Daily Double. Goldenvoice president Paul Tollett reportedly attended BTS' full-group comeback concert in Seoul in March 2026, and the report follows earlier talks in January between HYBE, Goldenvoice and AEG Presents. Coachella 2027 is set for April 9-11 and 16-18 in Indio, California; neither HYBE nor Coachella has officially confirmed a booking, and fan reactions are mixed, with some excited and others questioning whether BTS has outgrown the festival format.
BTS Opens Second of Four Sold-Out ARIRANG World Tour Shows at SoFi Stadium
SoFi Stadium confirms BTS, with all seven members including Jin, returns to the Inglewood venue tonight, September 2, for the second of four sold-out "ARIRANG" World Tour concerts, following the LA run's opening night on September 1 and with two more shows still to come on September 5 and 6. Gates open at 6 p.m. with the show starting at 8 p.m.; resale tickets remain available through Ticketmaster Verified Resale and other secondary platforms after all four nights sold out instantly back in January.
Los Angeles Officially Declares "BTS Week," Lights City Hall Red for ARIRANG Tour Stop
StarNews reports that the City of Los Angeles officially proclaimed September 1-8 "BTS Week" to welcome the group, including Jin, for their four sold-out "ARIRANG" World Tour shows at SoFi Stadium. A proclamation ceremony was held on August 31 at City Hall with city council members, the tourism office and Big Hit Music representatives, and City Hall was lit up in red on September 1 to match the key color of BTS' album "ARIRANG." Mayor Karen Bass said the declaration "reflects our belief that arts and culture foster mutual understanding," celebrating the group's achievements as they return to Inglewood for the first time since December 2021.
Jin Leaves Playful Weverse Comment for Jungkook's 29th Birthday
Jungkook turned 29 on September 1, a day after surprising ARMY with a solo cover of Justin Bieber's "Lifetime" recorded in his hotel room and shared on Weverse. Jin left a congratulatory comment on the post to celebrate his youngest bandmate's birthday, joining fellow member Jimin in the well-wishes, as fan clubs marked the day with digital billboards in Seoul, Times Square and 11 Chinese cities, plus LED truck ads circling near SoFi Stadium where BTS is currently playing its "ARIRANG" tour stop.
BTS Opens First of Four Sold-Out ARIRANG World Tour Shows at LA's SoFi Stadium
ABC7 Los Angeles reports that BTS, with all seven members including Jin, kicks off a four-night run of sold-out "ARIRANG" World Tour shows tonight at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, with additional concerts following on September 2, 5 and 6. Fans lined up outside the venue for merchandise ahead of the first show, with gates opening at 6 p.m. and the concert starting at 8 p.m.; resale tickets remain available through Ticketmaster Verified Resale after the shows sold out. The Los Angeles run closes out BTS' second North American leg of the tour, which began in April following the members' return from mandatory military service.
Jin's "Sold-Out King" Streak Continues: Pink Bean Hairband from Chicago Show Sells Out Twice
StarNews reports that Jin triggered another sold-out crisis during the second "ARIRANG" World Tour show at Chicago's Soldier Field on August 29, wearing a Pink Bean hairband featuring a MapleStory character. The hairband, sold exclusively at Lotte World Seoul and online, sold out the same day, restocked on August 30, and immediately topped the real-time, daily, weekly and monthly sales charts before selling out again. It follows the Gucci Primavera jacket and the LLEGE T-shirt Jin wore in Chicago, both of which also sold out within 24 hours.
"Face of Gucci" Jin Becomes World's Most Searched Person on Google for Gucci's Primavera Campaign
StarNews reports that Jin topped global Google Trends searches tied to Gucci's "Primavera" campaign, ranking as the most frequently mentioned celebrity and lead global ambassador for the campaign's keywords, ahead of fellow ambassadors Kate Moss, Johan Renck, Shawn Mendes and Tom Brady. Since Gucci unveiled the campaign on August 25, Jin has been featured on the brand's official global homepage with large-scale advertisements deployed internationally, and the roughly 13.8-million-won ($9,900) jacket he wore in the campaign sold out within 24 hours, with hashtags and references to Jin dominating social media discussion of the campaign.
Jin's "Sold-Out King" Streak Continues: Chicago Encore T-Shirt Sells Out After ARIRANG Show
StarNews reports that Jin continued his run as K-pop's "sold-out king" during the ARIRANG World Tour's Chicago stop at Soldier Field on August 28, where he debuted a custom Black outfit before changing into a white and blue LLEGE T-shirt for the encore; the shirt sold out in every color and size on the official store shortly after. During the show, Jin gifted a Black shirt he had worn to a fan in the crowd and closed with his trademark hand-kiss, telling the audience "I really had fun today." The appearance, following his back-to-back Toronto shows on August 23-24, drove hashtags like "#JIN_IN_CHICAGO_D1" to trend worldwide, on top of the Gucci Primavera campaign jacket he wore that already sold out in under 24 hours.
Jin Shares Playful "Gen Z Shot" Selfie With Jungkook Backstage After Chicago Show
On his personal Instagram, Jin posted photos with Jungkook taken backstage in their encore outfits after a "ARIRANG" World Tour show at Chicago's Soldier Field. In the Korean caption, Jin joked he was trying the trending "MZ shot" style where half the forehead shows through the hair ("이게 요새 유행하는 mz샷이라는거지. 이마가 반이네"). Fans in the comments noted the pair appeared to have grabbed pizza together right after the show.
Illinois Governor Declares "BTS Day" as ARMY Fandom Unites Ahead of Chicago Shows
WBEZ Chicago reports that Illinois Governor JB Pritzker officially declared August 27 and 28 "BTS Day" statewide, following a petition from a local Chicago ARMY fan group and the HANA Center immigrant advocacy nonprofit, honoring the group's messaging around mental health awareness and self-love ahead of their two sold-out "ARIRANG" shows with all seven members, including Jin, at Soldier Field. The city marked the occasion with the Willis Tower lit purple each night and a wave of fan-organized events, including a trivia night at Replay Lincoln Park where longtime ARMY members described how the fandom helped them build lasting friendships during the group's four-year hiatus.
Jin's Gucci Ambassador Photos Draw Backlash Amid Alleged Fan Dispute With Xiao Zhan
Koreaboo reports that comments under Jin's Gucci "Primavera" campaign photos were flooded with backlash after some fans reacted angrily to fellow Gucci ambassador Xiao Zhan receiving more prominent brand promotion. The dispute reportedly escalated when someone posted Xiao Zhan's private information online; some Seokjinnies say trolls impersonated Jin fans to stir conflict, while a Weibo-based Jin fanclub publicly apologized to Xiao Zhan and his team pursued legal action against users who shared his personal data. Neither Jin, HYBE nor Gucci have commented publicly.
Gucci Leather Jacket Worn by Jin Sells Out Across Europe in Under 24 Hours
The Korea Herald reports that the $9,900 black leather jacket Jin wore in Gucci's "Primavera" campaign, the debut ready-to-wear collection from creative director Demna, sold out across Europe in less than 24 hours, with only two of nine sizes still available in the US and Korea. Jin's Milan show appearance for Gucci reportedly triggered over 1 million posts on X within 24 hours.
BTS' "SWIM" Earns Gold Certification from France's SNEP
The Korea JoongAng Daily reports that Big Hit Music announced "SWIM," the lead single from BTS' fifth album "ARIRANG," has been certified Gold by France's SNEP (Syndicat National de l'Édition Phonographique) after passing 15 million cumulative streams, downloads and sales. It becomes the group's tenth French Gold-certified single, joining "Dynamite," "Butter," "Boy With Luv" and "Fake Love," with all seven members including Jin currently on the road for the tour.
BTS' ARIRANG World Tour Lands at Chicago's Soldier Field for Two Nights
Time Out Chicago reports that all seven BTS members - RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook - will play two sold-out shows at Soldier Field on August 27 and 28 as part of the "ARIRANG" World Tour, with less than 1% of resale tickets remaining and fans across the city gearing up for celebrations around the venue.
Jin Named Global Ambassador in Gucci's New "Primavera" Campaign
Gucci unveiled its "Primavera" campaign on August 25, marking creative director Demna's first advertising campaign for the house following his debut runway collection in Milan. Photographed by Michal Chelbin against vintage-inspired backdrops, Jin appears as one of Gucci's Global Brand Ambassadors alongside stars such as Shawn Mendes, Tom Brady, aespa's NINGNING and Xiao Zhan.
BTS' ARIRANG World Tour Heads to Gillette Stadium for Two-Night Boston Run
Fresh off their sold-out MetLife Stadium run, BTS - Jin included - are set to bring the "ARIRANG" World Tour to Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts for two shows on August 5-6, marking the venue's first-ever K-pop headline concerts with its signature 360-degree in-the-round stage.
Korea Daily: BTS Draws 157,000 Fans Across Sold-Out MetLife Stadium Run
The Korea Daily reports that 157,000 fans attended BTS' two sold-out "ARIRANG" World Tour shows at MetLife Stadium on August 1-2, with all seven members including Jin performing. Hip-hop legend Nas attended as a special guest, and RM shared an emotional moment saying performing in front of his teenage idol "feels absolutely incredible," with the crowd joining in a massive sing-along during "SWIM" and the folk song "Arirang."
Billboard Recaps BTS' 15 Best Moments from Full ARIRANG Show at MetLife Stadium
Billboard publishes a recap of BTS' opening MetLife Stadium concert, highlighting 15 standout moments from the full "ARIRANG" World Tour show, including RM honoring Nas (who attended the show) and the setlist mixing new tracks like "Hooligan" and "SWIM" with classics such as "Butter," "IDOL" and "Fire," with Jin among all seven members performing.
NJ Arts Reviews BTS' Return to MetLife Stadium After Seven-Year Hiatus
NJ Arts reviews BTS' opening MetLife Stadium show, noting the group's return after a seven-year gap since their last New Jersey concert, with all seven members including Jin appearing older and more self-possessed, and a 360-degree rotating stage inspired by traditional Korean architecture built around the new "ARIRANG" album.
BTS Opens First of Two Sold-Out ARIRANG World Tour Shows at MetLife Stadium
MetLife Stadium confirms BTS takes the stage tonight, August 1, for the first of two sold-out "ARIRANG" World Tour concerts in East Rutherford, New Jersey, with a second show following on August 2. All seven members, including Jin, perform after arriving in the US last week.
Jin Departs Incheon Airport for the US Ahead of MetLife Stadium Shows
Korean entertainment outlets report that Jin departed Incheon International Airport alongside fellow BTS members RM, SUGA, Jimin, and V, heading to the United States ahead of the group's two sold-out ARIRANG World Tour shows at MetLife Stadium on August 1-2.
Jin Tops MY1PICK Chart for 126th Consecutive Week and 31st Straight Month
StarNews reports Jin remained No. 1 on the fan-voting platform MY1PICK's K-Pop individual weekly ranking for the fourth week of July with 7,569,239 hearts, extending his streak to 126 consecutive weeks at the top. He also topped the July monthly ranking with 30,902,767 votes, marking 31 consecutive months at No. 1.
Jin Wins Star Planet's June Idol Ranking for the 9th Consecutive Time
StarNews reports Jin topped global fan platform Star Planet's "June Idol Ranking" with 117,362 votes, his ninth consecutive first-place finish since January 2025. His mini-album "Echo" has surpassed 980 million cumulative Spotify streams, and his personal Spotify follower count has exceeded 10 million.
BTS Announce They Will Not Submit Music for Grammy Consideration
All seven BTS members, including Jin, simultaneously posted an identical statement on their personal social media accounts announcing they will not submit their music for Grammy consideration this year. Soompi reports the decision comes in response to the Recording Academy's introduction of new categories such as Best Asian Pop Music Performance, which the group and critics say effectively segregates Asian music from top all-genre awards. The members wrote they hope music "will be heard and loved for what it is, rather than being categorized by region or language," and thanked ARMY for their support.
"ARIRANG" Re-Enters Top 10 of Billboard 200 After FIFA World Cup Final Performance
BTS's album "ARIRANG" jumped 17 ranks to No. 9 on the Billboard 200, marking its 18th consecutive week on the chart, following the group's co-headlining performance at the halftime show of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. Soompi reports the album earned 40,000 equivalent album units for the week ending July 23, boosted by a Limited Edition Picture Disc Vinyl released to mark BTS's 13th debut anniversary.
"BTS THE CITY ARIRANG" Takes Over New York Ahead of MetLife Stadium Shows
BTS kicked off a citywide takeover of New York on July 24, running through August 3, ahead of two sold-out ARIRANG World Tour concerts at MetLife Stadium on August 1-2. The initiative transforms landmarks like Grand Central Terminal, Rockefeller Center, and the Korean Cultural Center in the tour's signature red, with ARMY Madang gathering spaces, a stamp rally benefiting the financial-literacy charity Hope Delivered, and pop-up collaborations with local restaurants and brands.
Gucci Spotlights Jin as "Le Petit Prince de Paris" During ARIRANG Tour
STARNEWS reports that Jin captivated fans during BTS's "ARIRANG" world tour stops at Stade de France in Paris on July 18-19, where he displayed a sketchbook message thanking the crowd and drew roughly 92,000 attendees per show. Gucci's official social media highlighted its global brand ambassador wearing custom Gucci looks during the concerts, and French media dubbed him "Le Petit Prince de Paris," recalling his earlier role as a torchbearer for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Jin Ranks Third Among Male Idols in Latest Star Ranking Poll
Jin placed third among male idols in the 247th Star Ranking poll, which ran from July 16 to July 23, earning 16,194 votes. BTS bandmate Jimin took first place with 62,130 votes, followed by actor Lee Jun-ho in second with 46,795 votes; fellow member Jungkook came in fifth.
Jin Returns to South Korea with V at Incheon Airport
Jin was spotted returning to South Korea on July 21, 2026, arriving at Incheon International Airport in the morning after completing his overseas schedule. Photos captured Jin, both alone and alongside fellow BTS member V, confirming their return to the country. Fans were excited to see Jin back in Korea as he continues his solo activities post-military discharge.
Jin Arrives at Incheon Airport After Overseas Schedule
BTS member Jin arrived at Incheon International Airport on July 21 morning after completing his overseas commitments. This marks another active period for Jin as he continues to balance international and domestic activities. Fans greeted him warmly at the airport.
Jin Captured Maskless at Airport, Proving Worldwide Handsome Status
Photos of Jin without a mask at Incheon Airport on July 21 quickly spread across social media, with fans marveling at his visuals. The images show Jin looking refreshed and stylish, reinforcing why he's known as "Worldwide Handsome." ARMY trended various hashtags celebrating his return.
V and Jin's Visual Two-Shot Steals Hearts at Airport
V and Jin were photographed together at Incheon Airport on July 21, creating a visual two-shot that has ARMY swooning. The two members, known for their close friendship, displayed their signature chemistry in the candid airport photos, which have since gone viral on various fan platforms.
In a surprise move, Jin has released a new digital single titled "Eternity" as a thank you gift to ARMY for their continuous support. The emotional ballad, written and composed by Jin himself, features heartfelt lyrics about the eternal bond between the artist and his fans. The song is now available on all major streaming platforms.
BTS Break Concert Attendance Record With 184,000 Fans in Paris
BTS wrapped up the European leg of their "ARIRANG" world tour with two sold-out shows at Stade de France, drawing a combined record-breaking crowd of 184,000 fans across the two nights (July 17-18). French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron were among the attendees. The figure marks the largest audience for a single BTS concert run to date.
Jin Shares Playful Sunset Photos With V at the Eiffel Tower
Jin posted a set of selfies on his personal SNS captioned "Photos taken by Taehyung," showing him striking cheerful poses in front of a red sunset with the Eiffel Tower in the background. The backlit silhouette shots, taken during BTS's Paris tour stop, highlighted Jin's playful and down-to-earth charm and quickly spread among fans online.
Following the massive success of his solo album and the sold-out Seoul concerts, Jin has officially announced the "Moonchild Era" World Tour! The tour will kick off in Los Angeles on September 15, 2026, and will visit 12 cities across North America, Europe, and Asia. Presale tickets will be available starting July 25 for ARMY fan club members.
Jin's solo album "The Astronaut" has debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 chart, making him the first Korean solo artist to achieve this feat in 2026. The album also topped charts in over 80 countries worldwide. Jin celebrated the achievement on social media, thanking ARMY for their support.
Jin's Solo Album "The Astronaut" Breaks First-Day Sales Record
Jin's highly anticipated solo album "The Astronaut" has officially been released! The album broke the first-day sales record for a solo K-pop artist, with over 2.5 million copies sold in its first 24 hours. The album features 8 tracks, including the lead single "Supernova" and the collaboration "Starlight" with Chris Martin. Critics are calling it Jin's best work yet.
Jin Appears on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert"
Jin made a special appearance on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert", marking his first US TV appearance since military discharge. He performed "Moonchild" live and participated in a fun interview segment. Stephen Colbert praised Jin's charisma and talent, and the performance received a standing ovation from the audience.
Jin Releases Second Teaser for "The Astronaut" Album
A second teaser video for Jin's upcoming album "The Astronaut" has been released, giving fans another glimpse into the space-themed concept. This teaser focuses on the emotional ballad "Supernova", which Jin wrote about the bond between him and ARMY. The album is set to release on July 15, 2026.
"Welcome Back, Worldwide Handsome" Fan Meeting a Huge Success
Jin's special fan meeting "Welcome Back, Worldwide Handsome" took place at Blue Square Mastercard Hall with 1,000 lucky ARMY in attendance and thousands more watching via livestream. The event featured games, Q&A sessions, and emotional moments where Jin shared stories from his military service. Fans trended #WelcomeBackJin worldwide on Twitter.
Jin posted an emotional letter to ARMY on Weverse expressing his gratitude for their unwavering support during his military service. He wrote: "Every letter, every message, every thought from ARMY gave me strength. I'm back now, and I promise to work even harder to repay your love." The post received over 10 million likes within hours.
Tickets for "Moonchild Era" Concert Sell Out in 10 Minutes!
The highly anticipated tickets for Jin's "Moonchild Era" concert went on sale at 8 PM KST and sold out completely within just 10 minutes! The demand was so high that the official ticketing website crashed momentarily. Big Hit Entertainment announced that additional dates may be considered due to overwhelming demand.
Jin graces the cover of Vogue Korea's July 2026 issue in his first major photoshoot since military discharge. The magazine shared stunning behind-the-scenes photos showing Jin in various elegant outfits. In the accompanying interview, Jin discusses his growth during military service and his plans for the future.
Jin Confirms Collaboration with Coldplay's Chris Martin
In a surprising announcement, Jin revealed that he has been working on a special collaboration with Coldplay's Chris Martin. The song, titled "Starlight", will be included in Jin's upcoming album "The Astronaut". Chris Martin praised Jin's vocal abilities and creativity in a recent interview.
Jin has started intense rehearsals for his upcoming solo concert "Moonchild Era" scheduled for August 15-16. Photos shared on Weverse show Jin practicing dance routines and vocal exercises. He posted: "Working hard to prepare the best performance for ARMY. Can't wait to see you all!"
Jin has officially announced his first solo concert since completing his military service! The concert, titled "Jin: Moonchild Era", will take place at Seoul's Olympic Gymnastics Arena on August 15-16, 2026. Tickets will go on sale on July 1, 2026, at 8 PM KST. This will be Jin's first major solo performance since his discharge from the military in May 2026.
Jin's first solo single after military service, "Moonchild", has broken multiple records! The song reached #1 on iTunes in 103 countries, making it the most successful solo debut by a K-pop artist in 2026. The music video also surpassed 50 million views on YouTube within the first 24 hours of release, setting a new personal record for Jin.
Official photos from Jin's military discharge ceremony have been released by the South Korean Ministry of National Defense. The photos show Jin in his military uniform receiving his honorable discharge certificate. Jin was seen smiling and greeting fans who gathered outside the base. He also shared a heartfelt message thanking everyone for their support during his service.
Jin Reunites with BTS Members for First Time Post-Discharge
Jin had an emotional reunion with his BTS bandmates at the HYBE headquarters in Seoul. Photos and videos shared on Weverse show the members hugging and laughing together. RM posted on Weverse: "Jin is finally back with us. The group feels whole again." Fans are eagerly awaiting official announcements about BTS activities.
A new teaser for Jin's upcoming solo album "The Astronaut" has been released! The 30-second teaser video shows Jin in a space-themed concept, with stunning visuals and a snippet of the title track. The album is scheduled for release on July 15, 2026, and will feature 8 tracks, all written or co-written by Jin himself during his military service.
In a heartwarming moment, Jin visited RM's cat, Super Tuna, immediately after his military discharge. RM shared photos on Instagram showing Jin playing with Tuna, who seemed to remember him well. This moment brought joy to ARMY worldwide as Super Tuna is beloved by the fandom.
Jin's Fan Meeting "Welcome Back, Worldwide Handsome" Announced
Jin will hold a special fan meeting to celebrate his return from military service. The event, titled "Welcome Back, Worldwide Handsome," will take place on July 5, 2026, at the Blue Square Mastercard Hall in Seoul. 1,000 lucky ARMY members will have the chance to attend in person, with a live stream available for international fans.
Jin's highly anticipated solo single "Moonchild" has been released to the world! The song is a beautiful ballad that Jin wrote during his military service as a gift to ARMY. The music video features stunning cinematography and has already received critical acclaim from music critics worldwide.
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Infobae reports that the Academic Vice-Deanery of the Faculty of Education at Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos (UNMSM) announced that undergraduate activities at the University City will be held remotely from Tuesday, October 6, to Friday, October 9. The measure responds to the road closures around Estadio San Marcos, located on the campus, for Jin and BTS' concerts on October 7, 9 and 10, and aims to keep the academic calendar on track. The Physical Education Professional School, located in La Victoria outside the restricted zone, keeps in-person classes.
Infobae reports that, one day before BTS' first Lima concert, an informal market has formed outside Estadio San Marcos, with vendors charging S/200 to S/250 for a spot in the queue. ARMY have been waiting for days with tents, chairs and umbrellas to secure the best entry positions. On secondary markets, resale tickets for the sold-out October 7, 9 and 10 shows range from about S/1,500 to S/7,115, with the highest prices in the Occidente section.
Infobae reports that the concert production released a new batch of tickets for Jin and BTS' October 7, 9 and 10 shows at Estadio San Marcos through Ticketmaster Peru. Sales opened on October 6 at 5 p.m. on a first-come, first-served basis, with limited inventory for each date and a virtual queue opening 30 minutes earlier. Prices listed: Tribuna Norte/Sur S/483, Tribuna Oriente/Occidente S/667 and Campo S/851. Entry requires the dynamic QR code in the Quentro app (screenshots and PDFs are not valid), and fans are warned against resale scams. Each concert starts around 8 p.m.
Just hours before Jin and BTS take the stage in Lima, a fake document began circulating claiming that Estadio San Marcos would be temporarily closed ahead of the group's October 7, 9 and 10 concerts. On October 6, the Municipalidad Metropolitana de Lima officially denied it, stating that the document was not produced by the institution and contained false information. The municipality confirmed the concerts remain scheduled as planned, said inspections and coordination continue to ensure all authorizations and safety measures are in place, and announced it is working with Peru's National Police to identify those who created and shared the fake notice using its institutional branding.
Infobae reports that, after Jin and BTS landed in Lima, crowds of ARMY gathered outside the group's hotel in Miraflores from around 5 p.m., chanting "BTS, BTS, BTS" and holding signs and gifts in the hope of a glimpse of the members. Police reinforced security around the area, and several false alarms broke out when production staff were mistaken for the members. The gathering came despite the fan club's request to respect the artists' privacy and personal space. "We have faith that they're going to come out," one mother told reporters. BTS perform at Estadio San Marcos on October 7, 9 and 10.
Infobae reports that the Municipality of Santiago de Surco has symbolically renamed Calle Sacramento as "Av. BTS" from October 5 to 11 to welcome Jin, BTS and their ARMY to Lima. The special signage gives fans a new photo spot during concert week. The initiative was coordinated with the BTS Perú Fan Club and accompanies activities at Parque de la Amistad, including a symbolic key-of-the-city presentation to the fan club.
Infobae reports that RM, Jin, SUGA, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jungkook arrived at Jorge Chávez International Airport on Monday, October 5, touching Peruvian soil for the first time after their two concerts in Bogotá. The members left their charter flight through a special area of the terminal under a large security operation, with motorized police clearing the route to their hotel in Miraflores. BTS will perform at Estadio San Marcos on October 7, 9 and 10, while ARMY continue to queue outside the venue.
El Comercio reports that intensive work is underway at Estadio San Marcos, where a 360-degree stage is being installed for BTS' three concerts on October 7, 9 and 10. Trucks have delivered structures and equipment, and the Lima Metropolitan Municipality scheduled technical inspections on October 2, 5 and 6 to check temporary structures, audio and video towers, electrical installations and evacuation routes. More than 52,000 fans are expected each night for Jin and BTS' first-ever meeting with Peruvian ARMY, with shows starting around 8 p.m. and lasting about three hours.
Star News reports that BTS took first place in the Korea Business Reputation Research Institute's advertising model brand reputation analysis for October 2026, with a brand reputation index of 4,009,253, up 1.96% from the previous month. The ranking comes as Jin and the members continue the "ARIRANG" World Tour in Latin America.
Infobae reports that around ten tents have been set up by ARMY at Gate 1 of Estadio San Marcos in Lima, even as Peru holds municipal elections, with some fans having reserved their spots nearly a month ago. Families and fans take turns to keep their places. BTS will play their first-ever concerts in Peru on October 7, 9 and 10 at 8:00 p.m. as part of the "ARIRANG" World Tour; soundcheck ticket holders must enter by 2:00 p.m., field access opens at 4:00 p.m. and stands at 5:00 p.m.
El Comercio reports that during BTS' second and final concert at Bogotá's El Campín on October 3, Jin bid farewell to Colombian ARMY in Spanish: "Gracias por reír, cantar y llorar mientras suenan nuestras canciones. Ustedes son lo máximo. Voy a guardar todos estos sentimientos en mi corazón y vamos a volver de nuevo." After the two Colombian shows, the "ARIRANG" World Tour now heads to Peru for three sold-out concerts at Lima's Estadio San Marcos on October 7, 9 and 10.
Star News reports that Jin took first place in MyOnePick's "Who is the Favorite Battle Champion?" poll with 14,472 votes, a 48% share. As the winner's prize, an advertisement featuring Jin will run for five days in October on a large electronic billboard on Gangnam-daero in Seoul. The article also notes Jin's recent wins in IdolChart polls for "Star Best Suited for a Beer Commercial" and for turning airport lobbies into runways with his airport fashion, while BTS continue the "ARIRANG" World Tour in Bogotá.
BTS played their second and final Bogotá concert on Saturday, October 3, at a full Estadio El Campín, closing the Colombian stop of the "ARIRANG" World Tour. Semana reports that Jin greeted the crowd with "Hola Bogotá. Es mi primera vez en Bogotá, por eso aprendí un poco de español", before shouting the Colombian expression "¡Hágale pues!" and signing off with a laughing "y ya, bye bye". The members promised to speak much better Spanish next time they return. According to Infobae, around 45,000 fans attended the show, which started at 8:00 p.m. and lasted about two hours, with songs including "Hooligan", "FAKE LOVE", "MIC Drop", "Butter" and "Dynamite".
Semana reports on the members' closing messages at BTS' first Bogotá concert on October 2. j-hope asked "Why hadn't we come to Colombia before?", Jimin said Colombian ARMY's voices were the loudest he had heard, SUGA promised "We'll come more often", V tried out his Spanish and asked fans to help him improve, RM said Bogotá was as beautiful as he had been told, and Jungkook said Colombia is a country they want to return to regularly. Jin closed the show with an enthusiastic "let's go!" shouted in Spanish, drawing cheers across the stadium. El Colombiano adds that one member even used the local slang "qué chimba" on stage. The second Bogotá show takes place tonight, October 3.
El Tiempo reports that BTS held their first-ever concert in Colombia on Friday, October 2, at Estadio Nemesio Camacho El Campín in Bogotá, as part of the "ARIRANG" World Tour. The show began around 8:00 p.m. in front of a sold-out stadium, with Colombian ARMY singing so loudly they nearly drowned out the band. Jimin greeted the crowd in Spanish ("es nuestra primera vez en Bogotá"), and the group performed "I'm Fine" as a surprise song for the South American leg, amid lights and fireworks. Semana adds that thousands of fans without tickets gathered around the stadium, and that TransMilenio temporarily closed the El Campín station for crowd safety. The second Bogotá show takes place tonight, October 3.
Pulzo reports that more than 400 fans set up makeshift camps and slept in the streets around Estadio El Campín to secure the first spots in line for BTS' opening "ARIRANG" World Tour concert in Bogotá on October 2, followed by a second show on October 3. Around 53,000 people are expected each night. According to figures shared by the city, the two concerts are projected to generate more than 99 billion Colombian pesos for Bogotá, with 18.4% of tickets bought from abroad (mainly Ecuador, Mexico and Venezuela) and air bookings to the capital up 46.6% compared with last year.
PTKOREA reports that Jin is the cover star of Esquire Korea's Wellness Book Issue 03 (October 2026), a pictorial created in collaboration with premium lifestyle brand ALO, for which Jin is ambassador. "Esquire Wellness, your guide to a healthy body and mind and a balanced lifestyle, is back. This time, in collaboration with BTS Jin," the magazine announced. The issue comes in five cover versions (A to E), and the shoot is Jin's third major pictorial campaign this year after Gucci and Fred.
Latin Times reports that Jin and BTS launch the Latin American leg of the "ARIRANG" World Tour on October 2 in Bogotá, with 14 stadium shows across five countries — three more than originally announced, after extra dates were added in Lima, Santiago and Buenos Aires. The tour has grossed $433.2 million across 38 shows through mid-August, surpassing BLACKPINK's "Born Pink" as the highest-earning concert run by a Korean act, with projections above $700 million by its end in early 2027. BTS become the first Korean act to headline venues in Bogotá and Buenos Aires, and Colombia, Peru and Argentina will host the full seven-member group for the first time.
Colombia One reports that Bogotá Mayor Carlos Fernando Galán has declared BTS Honorary Guests of the Colombian capital, just before the group's two sold-out "ARIRANG" World Tour concerts at El Campín Stadium on October 2 and 3. The Mayor's Office highlighted "the group's career since its debut in 2013, as well as its contribution to the international promotion of South Korean music." More than 100,000 fans are expected, and the city has planned special TransMilenio service, road closures, Korean cultural activities and purple illuminations of landmarks such as Torre Colpatria.
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GMA Network reports that BTS released a YouTube teaser for an upcoming two-part Toronto episode of "Run BTS". The preview shows Jin and the members hanging out at a park, having a picnic, playing various active games and trying pickleball. The first Toronto episode premieres on October 6, followed by the second on October 11, on Weverse and the BANGTANTV YouTube channel. The variety show returned in April after a three-year hiatus.
El Comercio reports that BTS arrived in Bogotá on September 30 to launch the Latin American leg of their "ARIRANG" World Tour, with concerts on October 2 and 3 at Estadio Nemesio Camacho El Campín. Jin, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jungkook had been seen leaving Incheon Airport, while RM and SUGA travelled separately. Colombian ARMY asked media not to reveal the members' locations for safety reasons, and Bogotá officials estimate an economic impact of about $25 million. The tour then continues to Lima, Santiago, Buenos Aires and São Paulo through October 31.
Koreaboo reports that Jin drew attention on September 30 when he arrived at Incheon International Airport wearing a T-shirt printed with a photo of Jungkook. The members were amused by the shirt, and Jin was later seen copying the pose printed on it while V helped make sure the angle was right, a moment that quickly went viral among fans.
El Colombiano and El Tiempo report that a very limited number of additional tickets for BTS' two "ARIRANG" World Tour concerts at Bogotá's El Campín stadium on October 2 and 3 went on sale on September 29 at 3:00 p.m. via Ticketmaster Colombia. The new seats come from production adjustments and from cancelled purchases that broke the terms of sale, with a limit of four tickets per person per date. Prices range from about 300,000 COP to a 2,953,000 COP VIP Sound Check package. These will be Jin and BTS' first-ever concerts in Colombia.
El Universal (Colombia) reports that Bogotá's Nemesio Camacho El Campín stadium closed to sporting activities from September 23 to October 16 to allow construction of the stage for BTS' two "ARIRANG" World Tour concerts on October 2 and 3, forcing the Women's League final to be postponed. The build includes a 14.7-meter main tower, a 50-million-pixel LED screen, roughly 9.5 kilometers of cabling, and a design inspired by Gyeongbokgung Palace, mobilizing over 1,000 international specialists and 164,500 kg of equipment for what will be the group's first-ever performance in Bogotá, with Jin and all seven members set to take the stage.
LANEIGE US's official Instagram posted a new set of campaign photos captioned "A few fresh-faced moments with Jin," continuing his role as the brand's first male global ambassador. The post promotes the wider October 6 rollout of the Bouncy & Firm Cooling Hydrogel Eye Patches across Sephora and Amazon, following their limited September 17 debut.
StarNews reports that overseas music outlets praised BTS' September 18 iHeartRadio Music Festival set for seamlessly linking four songs into a single visual narrative. Singapore's Bandwagon described it as "one evolving visual world" moving from an underwater setting through an industrial warehouse, outer space and finally a burning desert, while US outlet Headline Planet called it a symbol of "growth, liberation, and progression," crediting the strong song transitions and the choreography of all seven members, including Jin, for carrying the stage.
StarNews reports that at the press conference for Netflix variety show "Gianjang 2," which premiered September 22, producer Lee So-min confirmed that Season 1 cast member Jin was unable to join this season, with actor Lee Jun-ho brought in as his replacement since host Gian84 remains fond of working alongside celebrity guests.
StarNews reports that during BTS' September 19 (KST) appearance at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Jin drew widespread praise after a loud sound rang out from the press area during the group's photo wall session and he immediately asked in English if everyone was okay. The moment, alongside his powerful high notes on "SWIM," "2.0," "MIC Drop" and "FYA," fueled hashtags including #JinxiHeartFestival and "JIN ROCKS IHEARTFESTIVAL" trending across multiple countries on X.
TOPStarNews reports that a delayed streaming of Jin and BTS' September 6 "ARIRANG" World Tour finale at Los Angeles' SoFi Stadium aired on September 20 at 7pm KST, capping a North American leg that drew roughly 282,000 fans across 4 LA shows and 31 concerts in 12 cities overall. The group's next stop is South America, opening October 2-3 at Bogotá's Estadio El Campín before continuing to Lima, Santiago, Buenos Aires and São Paulo, with all seven members including Jin set to perform.
NewSen reports that BTS members Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V and Jungkook returned to Korea through Incheon International Airport on September 20 following their performance at the iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas, with the group greeting fans and wishing them a happy Chuseok holiday.
StarNews reports that in an interview following their September 18 headlining set at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas, their first appearance at the festival in six years, BTS, including Jin, praised their fandom, saying, "They are truly the best fans in the world. It is incredibly amazing that they sing along to every Korean lyric." The "BTS 2.0"-themed set featured the group performing "SWIM" from their new album alongside elaborate LED screens, lighting design and pyrotechnic effects.
StarNews reports that Jin topped MyOnePick's weekly K-Pop (Solo) category ranking for the 133rd consecutive week, securing 10,684,578 votes during the September 6-13 voting period. He also holds 32 consecutive months as the platform's monthly No. 1 in the category, reached No. 1 for the 28th time overall in July's OnePick Chart K-Pop (Solo) section, and claimed first place in both Season 1 and Season 2 of the "2026 2nd Season Chart" K-Pop (Solo) category.
Soompi reports that at the 2026 The Fact Music Awards ceremony held September 19 at Busan Asiad Main Stadium, Jin became the inaugural winner of the newly created FANNSTAR MYSTAR (Male) award, topping a fan vote among 20 male finalists that included fellow BTS members. BTS as a group also won the FANNSTAR CHOICE (Group) award as well as Best Music honors for both Spring and Summer, while the ceremony's four Daesang grand prizes went to ATEEZ, NMIXX, RIIZE and CORTIS.
StarNews reports that the Korea Corporate Reputation Institute released its September 2026 boy group individual brand reputation rankings, with Jin placing fifth overall with a brand reputation index of 2,873,340, up 0.74% from the previous month. BTS' Jimin topped the list at 3,905,514, followed by BIGBANG's G-Dragon and ATEEZ's San, with the analysis evaluating participation, media, communication and community indices across 755 individual boy group members using roughly 69.6 million data points.
NewBeauty reports that Jin is the face of LANEIGE's debut eye patch product, the Bouncy & Firm Cooling Hydrogel Eye Patches ($27), marking his second campaign as the brand's first-ever male global ambassador. The double-sided patches feature microneedling-inspired embossed designs with plant-derived PDRN, caffeine, and niacinamide, with clinical testing showing 100% of subjects experienced reduced under-eye puffiness after just 20 minutes of use. The patches launch exclusively on TikTok Shop and LANEIGE.com, expanding to Sephora.com and Amazon on October 6, followed by physical Sephora stores on October 9.
StarNews reports that BTS, including Jin, became the first Asian artist in history to surpass 9 billion Spotify streams within a single calendar year, racking up 9.04368153 billion cumulative streams in 2026 alone and breaking the group's own previous record of 8.65 billion streams set in 2017. All 149 BTS songs have individually passed 100 million cumulative Spotify streams, making BTS the only group in Spotify's history to reach that mark across its entire catalog. The milestone landed on September 18, exactly nine years after the September 18, 2017 release of "Love Yourself 承 'Her,'" the album containing "DNA," BTS' first entry on the Billboard Hot 100.
StarNews reports that Jin shared a set of seaside photos on his personal Instagram, posing in a hat, black sleeveless top and jeans by the ocean, drawing praise from fans for his effortless visuals. The post comes as BTS' "ARIRANG" World Tour is set to continue in South America, with the group's first-ever concerts at Bogotá's Estadio El Campín on October 3 and 4 (Korean time).
StarNews reports that all seven BTS members, RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jungkook, departed through Incheon International Airport on the afternoon of September 17 bound for the United States, where they are set to headline the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas on September 18 local time.
StarNews reports that Jin secured first place in Idolpick's weekly male idol individual vote for the 69th consecutive week, drawing 52,500 votes during the September 7-13 voting period and also topping the overall cross-category ranking. He additionally won August's Best Artist selection and the 188th round of the platform's billboard support vote, earning reward advertisements set to air September 23-25.
StarNews reports that Jin's solo track "Don't Say You Love Me" has officially been inducted into Spotify's "Billions Club," a list reserved for songs that surpass 1 billion cumulative streams, just 1 year and 3 months after its May 16, 2025 release. Spotify's official announcement praised the track, stating "a good song never goes out of style," placing it alongside milestone songs from artists like Michael Jackson, Frank Ocean and 3 Doors Down. The single has also charted at No. 90 on the Billboard Hot 100, peaked at No. 1 on Spotify's Global Chart, and ranked 63rd on Japan's Billboard mid-year singles chart, the highest placement among K-pop solo artists.
StarNews reports that Jin's solo track "Don't Say You Love Me" reached No. 1 on Mexican station House Radio's "Ranking House" chart on September 12, marking his third consecutive week at the top and extending a run of over a year on local radio charts; House Radio also named Jin among its "2025 K-POP Artists" for the second year running, with the track recognized as its "2025 K-POP Song." The achievements come alongside a three-category sweep at the Brazil SEC Awards 2026 (International Male Artist of the Year, Asian Artist of the Year, and International Music of the Year for the song), plus "Don't Say You Love Me" surpassing 1 billion cumulative Spotify streams and Jin's personal Spotify following topping 10 million.
Hachette Book Group's Running Press, in partnership with Big Hit Music, releases "BTS Lyrics Inside" today, a 184-page officially licensed hardcover breaking down the meaning, stories and personal messages behind 10 BTS songs spanning "The Most Beautiful Moment in Life" era through the 2022 anthology album "Proof," including "Boy With Luv," "Life Goes On," "Magic Shop" and "Spring Day." The book includes full Hangul lyrics, romanized lines, official English notes, explanations of Korean expressions, and interviews and commentary from all seven members, RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook, on the songwriting behind their catalog.
Soompi reports that the Korean Business Research Institute released its September 2026 brand reputation rankings for boy groups on September 12, with BTS, including Jin, taking first place with a brand reputation index of 6,633,651. High-ranking keywords tied to the group included "ARIRANG," "ARMY," and "North American tour," while related terms included "record," "sold out," and "long run"; the group's positivity-negativity analysis showed 93.91% positive reactions.
Big Hit Music announced that BTS, including Jin, will hold their first-ever live cinema broadcasts from South America as part of the "ARIRANG" World Tour, screening the October 24 Buenos Aires concert at Estadio Único Diego Armando Maradona in La Plata (Argentina's first-ever BTS show) and the October 30 São Paulo concert at Estádio MorumBIS in roughly 3,800 theaters across about 80 countries and regions. Tickets for the live viewings go on sale September 17 at 9 a.m. ET via the official event website.
Sports Khan (Kyunghyang Shinmun) reports that BTS member Jimin won global fandom platform UPICK's "October Birthday Idol" vote for the fourth year running, beating out competitors including Evan and Cortis' James when the poll closed on September 9. Fans have dubbed October "Jimtober" in his honor, and as a reward he'll receive a congratulatory digital billboard at Seoul's Hongik University subway station featuring videos from fans worldwide. The news comes as BTS, including Jin, wrapped their "ARIRANG" World Tour's North American leg, which drew 1.92 million fans.
BTS' official Instagram posted photos on September 9 (Korean time) showing tuna and flounder sashimi, caught by Jin during a fishing trip in Los Angeles, laid out in the group's concert waiting room dining area, captioned "Hyung-nim Jin caught flounder and tuna—please enjoy them!" Jin reportedly had the fish prepared as sashimi specifically so members and crew could enjoy it during meals on the "ARIRANG" World Tour stop, with staff later sharing photos confirming they'd tried it.
StarNews reports that all seven BTS members, including Jin, arrived at Incheon International Airport on the afternoon of September 8 after completing the North American leg of their "ARIRANG" World Tour in the United States. The group's return follows the sold-out four-night finale at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, with the world tour set to resume in South America starting October 2 in Bogotá.
South Korean outlets including Segye Ilbo, Hankyung and Munhwa Ilbo report that BTS, including Jin, wrapped up the North American leg of their "ARIRANG" World Tour with all 31 shows across 12 cities sold out, drawing a combined 1.92 million fans. The four-night Los Angeles finale at SoFi Stadium (September 1, 2, 5 and 6) alone attracted about 282,000 spectators, giving BTS the record for both the most concerts (eight total since 2021) and the largest cumulative audience (roughly 496,000) ever held at the venue; the final show was livestreamed via Weverse to 177 countries. The Los Angeles Times and Forbes both highlighted the tour's cultural impact on the city, which had declared September 1-8 "BTS Week." BTS' world tour continues in South America, kicking off October 2 in Bogotá.
Soompi and Yahoo News report that BTS, including Jin, won Best Album of the Year (Daesang) for "ARIRANG" at the 2026 SPOTV K-Pop Awards, held September 6 at KINTEX in Ilsan; the group also received the shared Artist of the Year (Bonsang) honor alongside six other acts. AND2BLE was the night's most-decorated act with five trophies, while KiiiKiii took Best Song of the Year and AKMU won Best Artist of the Year.
StarNews reports Jin remained No. 1 on the fan-voting platform MY1PICK's K-Pop individual weekly ranking for the fourth week of August (August 23-30) with 15,602,580 votes, extending his streak to 131 consecutive weeks at the top. He also topped the August monthly ranking with 61,815,534 votes, marking 32 consecutive months at No. 1, and reached No. 1 a total of 28 times in July's Pick Chart K-Pop (Solo) category while topping both seasons of the "2026 2nd Season Chart" K-Pop (Solo) category. Jin remains on the road with BTS for the "ARIRANG" World Tour, currently in Los Angeles.
The Korean Institute of Corporate Reputation's September 2026 advertising model brand reputation rankings placed BTS, including Jin, in first place, ahead of Risenne in second and singer Lim Young-woong in third, according to a report by South Korea's Kyunghyang Shinmun (Sports Khan). The analysis measured roughly 34.9 million pieces of big data collected between August 3 and September 3, evaluating participation, media, communication and community indices; BTS' brand reputation index rose 10.70% from August to 3,932,230, driven by a 93.09% positive sentiment ratio tied to keywords around fan identity and global recognition.
The Korea Herald reports that Coachella organizer Goldenvoice is reportedly in intense negotiations to secure BTS, including Jin, for its 2027 lineup, according to industry outlet Hits Daily Double. Goldenvoice president Paul Tollett reportedly attended BTS' full-group comeback concert in Seoul in March 2026, and the report follows earlier talks in January between HYBE, Goldenvoice and AEG Presents. Coachella 2027 is set for April 9-11 and 16-18 in Indio, California; neither HYBE nor Coachella has officially confirmed a booking, and fan reactions are mixed, with some excited and others questioning whether BTS has outgrown the festival format.
SoFi Stadium confirms BTS, with all seven members including Jin, returns to the Inglewood venue tonight, September 2, for the second of four sold-out "ARIRANG" World Tour concerts, following the LA run's opening night on September 1 and with two more shows still to come on September 5 and 6. Gates open at 6 p.m. with the show starting at 8 p.m.; resale tickets remain available through Ticketmaster Verified Resale and other secondary platforms after all four nights sold out instantly back in January.
StarNews reports that the City of Los Angeles officially proclaimed September 1-8 "BTS Week" to welcome the group, including Jin, for their four sold-out "ARIRANG" World Tour shows at SoFi Stadium. A proclamation ceremony was held on August 31 at City Hall with city council members, the tourism office and Big Hit Music representatives, and City Hall was lit up in red on September 1 to match the key color of BTS' album "ARIRANG." Mayor Karen Bass said the declaration "reflects our belief that arts and culture foster mutual understanding," celebrating the group's achievements as they return to Inglewood for the first time since December 2021.
ABC7 Los Angeles reports that BTS, with all seven members including Jin, kicks off a four-night run of sold-out "ARIRANG" World Tour shows tonight at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, with additional concerts following on September 2, 5 and 6. Fans lined up outside the venue for merchandise ahead of the first show, with gates opening at 6 p.m. and the concert starting at 8 p.m.; resale tickets remain available through Ticketmaster Verified Resale after the shows sold out. The Los Angeles run closes out BTS' second North American leg of the tour, which began in April following the members' return from mandatory military service.
StarNews reports that Jin triggered another sold-out crisis during the second "ARIRANG" World Tour show at Chicago's Soldier Field on August 29, wearing a Pink Bean hairband featuring a MapleStory character. The hairband, sold exclusively at Lotte World Seoul and online, sold out the same day, restocked on August 30, and immediately topped the real-time, daily, weekly and monthly sales charts before selling out again. It follows the Gucci Primavera jacket and the LLEGE T-shirt Jin wore in Chicago, both of which also sold out within 24 hours.
StarNews reports that Jin topped global Google Trends searches tied to Gucci's "Primavera" campaign, ranking as the most frequently mentioned celebrity and lead global ambassador for the campaign's keywords, ahead of fellow ambassadors Kate Moss, Johan Renck, Shawn Mendes and Tom Brady. Since Gucci unveiled the campaign on August 25, Jin has been featured on the brand's official global homepage with large-scale advertisements deployed internationally, and the roughly 13.8-million-won ($9,900) jacket he wore in the campaign sold out within 24 hours, with hashtags and references to Jin dominating social media discussion of the campaign.
StarNews reports that Jin continued his run as K-pop's "sold-out king" during the ARIRANG World Tour's Chicago stop at Soldier Field on August 28, where he debuted a custom Black outfit before changing into a white and blue LLEGE T-shirt for the encore; the shirt sold out in every color and size on the official store shortly after. During the show, Jin gifted a Black shirt he had worn to a fan in the crowd and closed with his trademark hand-kiss, telling the audience "I really had fun today." The appearance, following his back-to-back Toronto shows on August 23-24, drove hashtags like "#JIN_IN_CHICAGO_D1" to trend worldwide, on top of the Gucci Primavera campaign jacket he wore that already sold out in under 24 hours.
WBEZ Chicago reports that Illinois Governor JB Pritzker officially declared August 27 and 28 "BTS Day" statewide, following a petition from a local Chicago ARMY fan group and the HANA Center immigrant advocacy nonprofit, honoring the group's messaging around mental health awareness and self-love ahead of their two sold-out "ARIRANG" shows with all seven members, including Jin, at Soldier Field. The city marked the occasion with the Willis Tower lit purple each night and a wave of fan-organized events, including a trivia night at Replay Lincoln Park where longtime ARMY members described how the fandom helped them build lasting friendships during the group's four-year hiatus.
Koreaboo reports that comments under Jin's Gucci "Primavera" campaign photos were flooded with backlash after some fans reacted angrily to fellow Gucci ambassador Xiao Zhan receiving more prominent brand promotion. The dispute reportedly escalated when someone posted Xiao Zhan's private information online; some Seokjinnies say trolls impersonated Jin fans to stir conflict, while a Weibo-based Jin fanclub publicly apologized to Xiao Zhan and his team pursued legal action against users who shared his personal data. Neither Jin, HYBE nor Gucci have commented publicly.
The Korea Herald reports that the $9,900 black leather jacket Jin wore in Gucci's "Primavera" campaign, the debut ready-to-wear collection from creative director Demna, sold out across Europe in less than 24 hours, with only two of nine sizes still available in the US and Korea. Jin's Milan show appearance for Gucci reportedly triggered over 1 million posts on X within 24 hours.
The Korea JoongAng Daily reports that Big Hit Music announced "SWIM," the lead single from BTS' fifth album "ARIRANG," has been certified Gold by France's SNEP (Syndicat National de l'Édition Phonographique) after passing 15 million cumulative streams, downloads and sales. It becomes the group's tenth French Gold-certified single, joining "Dynamite," "Butter," "Boy With Luv" and "Fake Love," with all seven members including Jin currently on the road for the tour.
Time Out Chicago reports that all seven BTS members - RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook - will play two sold-out shows at Soldier Field on August 27 and 28 as part of the "ARIRANG" World Tour, with less than 1% of resale tickets remaining and fans across the city gearing up for celebrations around the venue.
Gucci unveiled its "Primavera" campaign on August 25, marking creative director Demna's first advertising campaign for the house following his debut runway collection in Milan. Photographed by Michal Chelbin against vintage-inspired backdrops, Jin appears as one of Gucci's Global Brand Ambassadors alongside stars such as Shawn Mendes, Tom Brady, aespa's NINGNING and Xiao Zhan.
Fresh off their sold-out MetLife Stadium run, BTS - Jin included - are set to bring the "ARIRANG" World Tour to Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts for two shows on August 5-6, marking the venue's first-ever K-pop headline concerts with its signature 360-degree in-the-round stage.
The Korea Daily reports that 157,000 fans attended BTS' two sold-out "ARIRANG" World Tour shows at MetLife Stadium on August 1-2, with all seven members including Jin performing. Hip-hop legend Nas attended as a special guest, and RM shared an emotional moment saying performing in front of his teenage idol "feels absolutely incredible," with the crowd joining in a massive sing-along during "SWIM" and the folk song "Arirang."
Billboard publishes a recap of BTS' opening MetLife Stadium concert, highlighting 15 standout moments from the full "ARIRANG" World Tour show, including RM honoring Nas (who attended the show) and the setlist mixing new tracks like "Hooligan" and "SWIM" with classics such as "Butter," "IDOL" and "Fire," with Jin among all seven members performing.
NJ Arts reviews BTS' opening MetLife Stadium show, noting the group's return after a seven-year gap since their last New Jersey concert, with all seven members including Jin appearing older and more self-possessed, and a 360-degree rotating stage inspired by traditional Korean architecture built around the new "ARIRANG" album.
MetLife Stadium confirms BTS takes the stage tonight, August 1, for the first of two sold-out "ARIRANG" World Tour concerts in East Rutherford, New Jersey, with a second show following on August 2. All seven members, including Jin, perform after arriving in the US last week.
Korean entertainment outlets report that Jin departed Incheon International Airport alongside fellow BTS members RM, SUGA, Jimin, and V, heading to the United States ahead of the group's two sold-out ARIRANG World Tour shows at MetLife Stadium on August 1-2.
StarNews reports Jin remained No. 1 on the fan-voting platform MY1PICK's K-Pop individual weekly ranking for the fourth week of July with 7,569,239 hearts, extending his streak to 126 consecutive weeks at the top. He also topped the July monthly ranking with 30,902,767 votes, marking 31 consecutive months at No. 1.
Jin was spotted returning to South Korea on July 21, 2026, arriving at Incheon International Airport in the morning after completing his overseas schedule. Photos captured Jin, both alone and alongside fellow BTS member V, confirming their return to the country. Fans were excited to see Jin back in Korea as he continues his solo activities post-military discharge.
BTS member Jin arrived at Incheon International Airport on July 21 morning after completing his overseas commitments. This marks another active period for Jin as he continues to balance international and domestic activities. Fans greeted him warmly at the airport.
Photos of Jin without a mask at Incheon Airport on July 21 quickly spread across social media, with fans marveling at his visuals. The images show Jin looking refreshed and stylish, reinforcing why he's known as "Worldwide Handsome." ARMY trended various hashtags celebrating his return.
V and Jin were photographed together at Incheon Airport on July 21, creating a visual two-shot that has ARMY swooning. The two members, known for their close friendship, displayed their signature chemistry in the candid airport photos, which have since gone viral on various fan platforms.