BTS, an acronym of Bangtan Sonyeondan or “Beyond the Scene”, is a seven-member South Korean boy band under Big Hit Entertainment. Debuting in 2013 with their single album, “2 Cool 4 Skool”, the group, consisting of members RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook, has gained a steady following, both domestically and internationally, capturing the heart of their fans with their authentic music, social conscious, and stellar performances. Breaking several records and winning numerous awards, with their chart-topping songs and sold-out shows, BTS has become a global icon. In 2018, “Time” magazine named them one of the 25 most influential people on the internet, while “Forbes” Korea Power Celebrity named them one of the most influential celebrities of Korea. In 2019 the group was named one of “Time 100”’s most influential people.

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Who is the most beloved K-pop artist or group based on global fan votes?

The “2018 Soribada Best K-Music Awards” is a global fandom awards program that picks the most beloved K-pop artist or group based on fan votes from around the world! The voting was held between July 20, 2018, and August 24, 2018, and the awards program was held on August 30, 2018, at the Olympic Park Gymnastics Stadium in Seoul.

With top contenders like EXO, BTS, Hwang Chi Yeul, GOT7, Wanna One, BLACKPINK, WINNER, MAMAMOO, MONSTA X and many more of your favorites, who will take home the coveted prize?

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Although the members of BTS are global superstars now, they were also once a freshly debuted rookie group. Channel BTS is a broadcasting channel dedicated to BTS to allow the members to show all of their talents and charms. Here, the members challenge themselves to try different show styles and show off talents that have never been seen on TV before. Get ready to dive into the BTS members\u2019 unique charms as artists and as people.

Rookie King: Channel BTS

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K-pop fans around the world, unite and watch Weekly Idol! See a new side to your favorite idol group members with exciting segments where they participate in challenges, take on intriguing competitions, and show us their best moves as they dance to their debut songs. Weekly Idol is the first Korean variety show for K-pop fans, by K-pop fans. Hosts Hwang Kwang Hee and Eunhyuk guide fans through all the irresistible charms of idol groups.

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