BTS Officially Becomes Their Own Army, Anticipating a Blossoming Return in 2025(Photo: Big Hit Music)BTS has announced it will not submit its blockbuster comeback album ARIRANG for consideration at the 2027 Grammy Awards, rejecting participation after the Recording Academy introduced a new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category. The decision, revealed through synchronized Instagram posts from RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jungkook, marks one of the most significant public challenges yet to the Grammys' evolving approach to recognizing international artists. Their growing presence at the awards helped elevate Korean pop music within the U.S. music industry while expanding the Academy's international reach. Music critic Lim Hee-yun said the boycott reflects BTS' unique standing in the global entertainment industry. The controversy has also drawn attention to broader questions about how international artists should be recognized at major Western awards ceremonies.