BTS demonstrated its unrivaled global influence by gracing the covers of fashion magazines in 15 countries/regions.
BTS was chosen as the cover model for the March issue of GQ. It took the covers of editions in 15 countries/regions, including Korea, the United States, the United Kingdom, Japan, Mexico, Germany, Thailand, Spain, Italy, India, Taiwan, France, South Africa, the Middle East and Australia. This is the first time a Korean artist has simultaneously done covers in so many regions.
In the cover photos released on the 13th, BTS imprints the presence of a "world star" receiving the spotlight around the globe. The scene surrounded by numerous microphones symbolically shows the public's interest and expectation to hear their voices. The seven members naturally synchronize their breathing while each expressing their own individuality. In a video posted on GQ's official social media, delicate movements timed to camera shutters and deep gazes complete an intense atmosphere. With a full-group activity teased after about 3 years and 9 months, the group photo raised anticipation for their comeback even higher.
In the interview, they conveyed honest feelings felt while preparing the new release. The members said, "We all value the team more than ourselves as individuals. We debuted as a team, and that is our identity." They also showed deep love for ARMY. "The love is so great it's hard to measure. BTS and ARMY have a mutual relationship that influences each other. Every time we feel this, we deeply consider what message we should convey. We want to have a positive influence," they added.
Meanwhile, BTS will release "ARIRANG" at 1 p.m. on Mar. 20. The new album contains a total of 14 tracks that showcase the team's identity and the "current BTS." On the 21st, they will hold "BTS comeback live: ARIRANG" (BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE｜ARIRANG) at Gwanghwamun Square, and the stage will be broadcast live on Netflix.
[Photo] Provided by GQ
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