Admittedly, I don't know too much about BTS other than the fact that the group is riding the Korean Wave of popularity, the group's fandom is appropriately called ARMY, and the members are currently taking a break to complete their mandatory military service.
I do know this though: BTS is unbelievably popular even in the wake of its hiatus.
I've seen the ARMY fandom all over the internet hyping BTS up, I've continuously had friends and colleagues recommend both the group and its members' solo endeavors, and I've even heard my dad listening to "My Universe" during his late-night music binges.
Likewise, even after group members started their military service, BTS and its individual members have continued to be nominated for MAMA and Grammy awards, and they've released their concert movie, a soundtrack, and a 10th anniversary single.
Plus, like other international artists, BTS has managed to foster diplomacy through the positive messages they send on the international stage, which has earned them special recognition from both the South Korean government and other international diplomatic organizations.
BTS' ARMY continues to grow strong even in its absence, and I look forward to seeing how much more growth occurs when the group has made its intended return.
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