BTS Gears Up for ARIRANG World Tour Amid Collaboration Speculations

BTS is gearing up for their much-anticipated ARIRANG World Tour, marking their return after a four-year break. While excitement builds for their new album, rumors of potential collaborations with international artists have left many fans feeling uneasy. They express a strong desire for the album to remain a true representation of BTS, rather than featuring other performers. The tour is set to begin on April 9, 2026, and will include live streaming events in cinemas worldwide. Fans are eager to see their favorite group perform live after such a long wait.

By Narendra Chaudhary Feb 25, 2026, 21:22 IST

BTS's Anticipated Comeback with ARIRANG

The excitement surrounding BTS's upcoming album, ARIRANG, is palpable as the renowned K-pop group prepares for their return after a four-year hiatus due to military service. The band is set to embark on a world tour, performing tracks from their fifth album, crafted by members RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook. However, a recent Reddit post has stirred concern among fans, suggesting potential collaborations with various international artists during the tour.

Speculations on Collaborations for ARIRANG

BTS ARIRANG Album Collaboration Details Leaked?

According to the Reddit discussion, HYBE has been in talks to feature artists like Megan Thee Stallion, Halsey, Swae Lee, Laufey, NIKI, and Sabrina Carpenter since last November. This collaboration could enhance the appeal of the world tour to a broader audience.

Despite the potential excitement, many BTS fans, known as ARMY, have expressed their discontent regarding these rumors. They are vocal about their desire for the album to remain a true representation of BTS, rather than a compilation of collaborations. One fan even pleaded with the organizers to avoid featuring artists from other countries.

Another fan reiterated the sentiment, emphasizing the wish for ARIRANG to be a pure BTS album.

As the anticipation builds, fans are eager to see BTS perform live after such a lengthy wait.

Details of the ARIRANG World Tour

About ARIRANG World Tour

The ARIRANG World Tour is scheduled to kick off on April 9, 2026, in Goyang, with performances extending into 2027. The tour will cover over 82 dates across 34 cities in 23 countries, although India is notably absent from the itinerary. This tour marks BTS's largest undertaking to date. Additionally, organizers have arranged for live streaming of the ARIRANG World Tour in cinemas worldwide, with bookings already open. The live viewing will commence with a concert in Goyang on April 11, 2026, at 7 PM (KST), followed by a performance in Tokyo on April 18.