BTS comeback drives S. Korean newspapers to print special editions | Yonhap News Agency

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OK SEOUL, March 21 (Yonhap) -- South Korean newspapers released special weekend editions on Saturday, targeting fans arriving for K-pop giant BTS' first full-group concert after nearly four years. BTS fans receive extras and special editions of South Korean newspapers at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul on March 21, 2026, ahead of a concert at the venue to mark the K-pop giant's long-awaited comeback. (Yonhap) Several papers that do not normally run Saturday editions, such as the Kyunghyang Shinmun, Hankyoreh, Seoul Shinmun, and Segye Times, also joined the print run. BTS fans receive extras and special editions of South Korean newspapers at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul on March 21, 2026, ahead of a concert at the venue to mark the K-pop giant's long-awaited comeback. (Yonhap) Publishers said the single-run papers were intended as collectible merchandise to appeal to a fanbase recognized for its enthusiasm and purchasing power. BTS fans receive extras and special editions of South Korean newspapers at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul on March 21, 2026, ahead of a concert at the venue to mark the K-pop giant's long-awaited comeback. (Yonhap) sshim@yna.co.kr (END) Related Articles (Yonhap Feature) BTS fans come out early to get close to concert stage (LEAD) Security heightened at Gwanghwamun Square as fans gather for BTS comeback concert Seoul glows red as fans gather to celebrate new BTS album 'Arirang' BTS to stage concert in Seoul's Gwanghwamun to mark long-awaited return BTS fans flock to Seoul overnight to get glimpse of K-pop megastar's comeback concert Police boost security at Gwanghwamun Square amid festive mood over BTS' comeback concert Anticipation builds in Seoul as global BTS fans flock to Gwanghwamun ahead of concert MORE (+2) CLOSE Keywords #newspapers #BTS #fans #special editions Articles with issue keywords Most Liked Netflix, BTS to turn Seoul into world's 'biggest watch party' Four decades of Damien Hirst on display at MMCA, from shark to cherry blossoms (LEAD) FM Cho sidesteps questions on whether U.S. asked Seoul to send warships to Middle East Ex-U.S. officials voice concerns about Trump gov't 'vacating' deterrence assets from Indo-Pacific amid Iran war Korean Pavilion at Venice Biennale seeks comfort through art, with Han Kang's sculpture of blackened trees Most Saved Netflix, BTS to turn Seoul into world's 'biggest watch party' (LEAD) FM Cho sidesteps questions on whether U.S. asked Seoul to send warships to Middle East Four decades of Damien Hirst on display at MMCA, from shark to cherry blossoms Korean Pavilion at Venice Biennale seeks comfort through art, with Han Kang's sculpture of blackened trees Ex-U.S. officials voice concerns about Trump gov't 'vacating' deterrence assets from Indo-Pacific amid Iran war Most Viewed All Categories (LEAD) At least 50 injured in fire at Daejeon car parts plant (LEAD) Downtown Seoul braces for massive crowd at BTS comeback concert (2nd LD) 53 injured, 14 unaccounted for in fire at Daejeon car parts plant (LEAD) S.

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SEOUL, March 21 (Yonhap) -- South Korean newspapers released special weekend editions on Saturday, targeting fans arriving for K-pop giant BTS' first full-group concert after nearly four years.
Major publications, including the Chosun Ilbo and Donga Ilbo, printed dedicated issues featuring its seven members, details about its new album, information regarding the concert venue at Gwanghwamun Square, and global fan interviews.
BTS fans receive extras and special editions of South Korean newspapers at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul on March 21, 2026, ahead of a concert at the venue to mark the K-pop giant's long-awaited comeback. (Yonhap)
Several papers that do not normally run Saturday editions, such as the Kyunghyang Shinmun, Hankyoreh, Seoul Shinmun, and Segye Times, also joined the print run. The Kyunghyang Shinmun dedicated a page to the lyrics of "Swim," the lead track from BTS' new album, and its fandom's own way of cheering for the group during concerts. The Seoul Shinmun began distributing copies of a special edition in the Gwanghwamun area on Friday.
Business dailies and English-language publications, including the Korea Herald, also produced similar BTS-themed editions.
BTS fans receive extras and special editions of South Korean newspapers at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul on March 21, 2026, ahead of a concert at the venue to mark the K-pop giant's long-awaited comeback. (Yonhap)
Publishers said the single-run papers were intended as collectible merchandise to appeal to a fanbase recognized for its enthusiasm and purchasing power.
Near the concert venue, both domestic and international fans were spotted forming lines at newsstands to purchase a 12-page special issue from Ilgan Sports, sold for 1,000 won ($0.66).
BTS dropped its fifth studio album "Arirang" on Friday and is scheduled to stage a free open-air concert at the square at 8 p.m. to mark the long-awaited comeback. Police expect the concert will draw about 260,000 people to the area, including 22,000 tickets holders.
BTS fans receive extras and special editions of South Korean newspapers at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul on March 21, 2026, ahead of a concert at the venue to mark the K-pop giant's long-awaited comeback. (Yonhap)
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- Near the concert venue, both domestic and international fans were spotted forming lines at newsstands to purchase a 12-page special issue from Ilgan Sports, sold for 1,000 won ($0.66).
- BTS fans receive extras and special editions of South Korean newspapers at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul on March 21, 2026, ahead of a concert at the venue to mark the K-pop giant's long-awaited comeback. (Yonhap) sshim@yna.co.kr (END) Related Articles (Yonhap Feature) BTS fans come out early to get close to concert stage (LEAD) Security heightened at Gwanghwamun Square as fans gather for BTS comeback concert Seoul glows red as fans gather to celebrate new BTS album 'Arirang' BTS to stage concert in Seoul's Gwanghwamun to mark long-awaited return BTS fans flock to Seoul overnight to get glimpse of K-pop megastar's comeback concert Police boost security at Gwanghwamun Square amid festive mood over BTS' comeback concert Anticipation builds in Seoul as global BTS fans flock to Gwanghwamun ahead of concert MORE (+2) CLOSE Keywords #newspapers #BTS #fans #special editions Articles with issue keywords Most Liked Netflix, BTS to turn Seoul into world's 'biggest watch party' Four decades of Damien Hirst on display at MMCA, from shark to cherry blossoms (LEAD) FM Cho sidesteps questions on whether U.S. asked Seoul to send warships to Middle East Ex-U.S. officials voice concerns about Trump gov't 'vacating' deterrence assets from Indo-Pacific amid Iran war Korean Pavilion at Venice Biennale seeks comfort through art, with Han Kang's sculpture of blackened trees Most Saved Netflix, BTS to turn Seoul into world's 'biggest watch party' (LEAD) FM Cho sidesteps questions on whether U.S. asked Seoul to send warships to Middle East Four decades of Damien Hirst on display at MMCA, from shark to cherry blossoms Korean Pavilion at Venice Biennale seeks comfort through art, with Han Kang's sculpture of blackened trees Ex-U.S. officials voice concerns about Trump gov't 'vacating' deterrence assets from Indo-Pacific amid Iran war Most Viewed All Categories (LEAD) At least 50 injured in fire at Daejeon car parts plant (LEAD) Downtown Seoul braces for massive crowd at BTS comeback concert (2nd LD) 53 injured, 14 unaccounted for in fire at Daejeon car parts plant (LEAD) S.

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- The Kyunghyang Shinmun dedicated a page to the lyrics of "Swim," the lead track from BTS' new album, and its fandom's own way of cheering for the group during concerts.
- Police expect the concert will draw about 260,000 people to the area, including 22,000 tickets holders.
- BTS fans receive extras and special editions of South Korean newspapers at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul on March 21, 2026, ahead of a concert at the venue to mark the K-pop giant's long-awaited comeback. (Yonhap) sshim@yna.co.kr (END) Related Articles (Yonhap Feature) BTS fans come out early to get close to concert stage (LEAD) Security heightened at Gwanghwamun Square as fans gather for BTS comeback concert Seoul glows red as fans gather to celebrate new BTS album 'Arirang' BTS to stage concert in Seoul's Gwanghwamun to mark long-awaited return BTS fans flock to Seoul overnight to get glimpse of K-pop megastar's comeback concert Police boost security at Gwanghwamun Square amid festive mood over BTS' comeback concert Anticipation builds in Seoul as global BTS fans flock to Gwanghwamun ahead of concert MORE (+2) CLOSE Keywords #newspapers #BTS #fans #special editions Articles with issue keywords Most Liked Netflix, BTS to turn Seoul into world's 'biggest watch party' Four decades of Damien Hirst on display at MMCA, from shark to cherry blossoms (LEAD) FM Cho sidesteps questions on whether U.S. asked Seoul to send warships to Middle East Ex-U.S. officials voice concerns about Trump gov't 'vacating' deterrence assets from Indo-Pacific amid Iran war Korean Pavilion at Venice Biennale seeks comfort through art, with Han Kang's sculpture of blackened trees Most Saved Netflix, BTS to turn Seoul into world's 'biggest watch party' (LEAD) FM Cho sidesteps questions on whether U.S. asked Seoul to send warships to Middle East Four decades of Damien Hirst on display at MMCA, from shark to cherry blossoms Korean Pavilion at Venice Biennale seeks comfort through art, with Han Kang's sculpture of blackened trees Ex-U.S. officials voice concerns about Trump gov't 'vacating' deterrence assets from Indo-Pacific amid Iran war Most Viewed All Categories (LEAD) At least 50 injured in fire at Daejeon car parts plant (LEAD) Downtown Seoul braces for massive crowd at BTS comeback concert (2nd LD) 53 injured, 14 unaccounted for in fire at Daejeon car parts plant (LEAD) S.
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