The group posted the video at midnight on the 29th on its official YouTube channel. It was filmed at Seonhyewon, pairing a traditional setting with the modern choreography of “SWIM.”
Instead of elaborate stage effects, the clip relies on lighting to highlight the group’s dance lines and the space itself. Lighting designed to evoke flowing water adds to the sense of immersion, and the members’ live vocals — down to audible breathing — are captured clearly.
BTS released its fifth full-length album, “ARIRANG,” on the 20th. Using “Arirang,” a song widely associated with Korea, as the title, the group said the album expresses its roots and the emotions felt by the seven members in 2026. The album also reflects a hope that, like the folk song that has endured across generations, the new release will resonate widely and be remembered for a long time.
“ARIRANG” has gained traction on major charts worldwide. On Hanteo Chart, it set a new BTS record with first-week sales of 4,169,464 copies. The title track, “SWIM,” held No. 1 for eight straight days (20-27) on Spotify’s Daily Top Songs Global chart. On the U.K. Official Charts, “ARIRANG” debuted at No. 1 on the Official Albums Top 100 (March 27-April 3), and “SWIM” reached No. 2 on the Official Singles Top 100, setting another group record.
BTS is continuing promotions with appearances on YouTube channels including “Insaeng 84” (Jin), “Hot Issue Ji” (Jimin), “Finding Kani” (j-hope), “Epic Kase” (RM, Suga) and “Ppadeoneoseu” (RM, V). At 5 p.m. on the 29th, an episode of “Fairy Table” featuring V will be released.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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