BTS' 'Arirang' nabs double crown on Oricon's first-half rankings
Key takeaways
Quick summary- 1Its fifth studio album “Arirang” topped both the Album Ranking and Combined Album Ranking charts.
- 2The septet topped the Album Ranking chart for the second time, a first for an international grou
- 3BTS nabbed two top spots on Oricon’s First-Half Rankings 2026, published on Thursday.

BTS
nabbed two top spots on Oricon’s First-Half Rankings 2026, published on Thursday. Its fifth studio album “Arirang” topped both the Album Ranking and Combined Album Ranking charts. The septet topped the Album Ranking chart for the second time, a first for an international group. The album also surpassed 700,000 in sales, a first for an international male artist in 22 years since Queen’s compilation album “Jewels.” BTS
is the first-ever non-Japanese musician to sit atop the Combined Album Rank
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BTS (방탄소년단) is a South Korean K-pop group formed by BigHit Music and debuted on June 13, 2013. The group consists of seven members: RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook. Known for their powerful performances, meaningful lyrics, and strong connection with fans, BTS has become one of the most successful and influential music groups in the world. Their music explores themes such as youth, self-discovery, mental health, love, and personal growth, helping them build a dedicated global fanbase known as ARMY. Since their debut, BTS has achieved record-breaking success across the global music industry with hit songs such as “Dynamite,” “Butter,” “Spring Day,” “Boy With Luv,” and “Fake Love.” The group has earned numerous awards, topped charts in multiple countries, sold millions of albums, and helped introduce K-pop to a broader international audience. Through their artistry, cultural impact, and worldwide influence, BTS continues to inspire fans and shape the future of global pop music.
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