29 July,2026 03:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
BTS Members (Pic via Instagram)
BTS has reportedly decided not to submit its latest album, Arirang, for consideration at the 2027 Grammy Awards, sparking widespread discussion among fans across social media. The reported move has come as a surprise, especially as the group's highly anticipated comeback project has generated massive global attention.
According to reports, the members and their agency have chosen not to enter Arirang in the Grammy Awards race. While there has been no detailed public explanation regarding the decision, the development has led fans to speculate about the possible reasons behind the group staying away from the awards process.
BTS has had a long and complicated history with the Grammys. The group has received multiple nominations over the years and has performed on the prestigious awards stage, becoming one of the few Korean acts to achieve such recognition. However, despite their global popularity and record-breaking success, the members are yet to win a Grammy Award.
The group was previously nominated in categories including Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for Dynamite, Butter and My Universe, their collaboration with Coldplay. BTS also received a nomination for Best Music Video for Dynamite. Although the group's Grammy appearances were celebrated as major milestones for Korean music, the lack of a win often sparked conversations among fans about the Recording Academy's recognition of international artists.
The reported decision to keep Arirang out of the 2027 Grammy race has now added another chapter to the group's journey with the awards. Several fans have expressed disappointment, saying the album deserved to compete on one of music's biggest platforms. Others, however, have supported the decision and argued that BTS does not need award recognition to validate its influence or success.
Arirang marks an important moment for BTS as the members continue their activities together following a period focused on individual projects and mandatory military service. The album has drawn attention for bringing the seven members back together and opening a new chapter in their career.
As discussions continue online, fans are waiting for an official statement from BTS or its agency regarding the reported decision. Until then, the group's choice has remained a major talking point among the ARMY.
Whether or not Arirang enters the Grammy race, BTS' global impact remains undeniable. The group continues to command an enormous fan base, dominate conversations worldwide and shape the growing international presence of Korean music.
