BTS – ‘THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER’ 2019 Magazine Cover

In 2019, BTS graced the cover of The Hollywood Reporter, marking another significant milestone in their global domination. The cover featured all seven members—RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook—posing with effortless charisma, further solidifying their presence in Western media. As one of the most influential music groups of the decade, their appearance in The Hollywood Reporter was a testament to their unparalleled success and impact on the entertainment industry. The cover highlighted their rise from a small South Korean boy band to a global sensation, emphasizing their groundbreaking achievements in music, philanthropy, and cultural influence.

Inside the feature, BTS opened up about their journey, discussing the struggles and triumphs they faced while breaking into the American market. They reflected on their experiences navigating fame, their deep connection with ARMY, and the challenges of maintaining their authenticity in an ever-changing industry. The article also touched upon their historic achievements, including their record-breaking albums, sold-out stadium tours, and their collaboration with international artists. BTS’s ability to seamlessly blend their Korean roots with global appeal was a key theme in the article, showing how they defied language barriers and cultural differences to connect with millions worldwide.

Their Hollywood Reporter cover was more than just another magazine feature—it was a symbol of their growing influence beyond music. It recognized BTS as not only chart-topping artists but also cultural ambassadors reshaping the global entertainment landscape. The feature reinforced their impact on Western media, proving that their success was not a passing trend but a lasting movement. As BTS continued to make history, this cover stood as a reminder of their journey and their role in revolutionizing the industry on a worldwide scale.

On the other hand, they couldn’t be any more human when dealing with fans, even if the vast majority of their interaction happens on social media. Although their social footprint is colossal — they have three of the top 25 most retweeted Twitter posts of all time; only Barack Obama has as many — they will sometimes dive into their feeds, post little home movies of themselves (Bangtan Bombs, they’re called) and even personally respond to comments. “We do it because we really like it,” says Jin. The Hollywood Reporter

Bang allows them a longer leash than most K-pop managers — unlike rival groups, they write many of their own songs, release solo singles and mixtapes and are free to improv emotional monologues at shows, revealing their deepest fears and desires to 45,000 screaming fans, turning their concerts into gigantic group therapy sessions. – The Hollywood Reporter

“As long as our bodies hold up, we’ll be doing the same thing in 10 years.” Suga

Oct. 10 BTS to perform at the King Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The appearance comes at the request of Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman.

“I wouldn’t say it was easy,” RM says “But we were officially invited. It’s been a while since we’ve performed in the Middle East — I guess the last time was 2015 in Dubai.” Adds Jimin: “To put it simply, if there’s a place where people want to see us, we’ll go there. That’s really how we feel.”

“We’re not really compelling each other to keep this going,” says Jimin, polishing off the last of the pork belly. “It’s nothing like that. We just have so much fun together singing and dancing that we want it to continue.”

SUGA concurs, echoing the party line: “As long as our bodies hold up, we’ll be doing the same thing in 10 years.”