BTS Gets a Big Skinner from the Korean Government
In a dazzling move that’s as thrilling as a last‑minute touchdown, Korea’s top music power‑house, BTS, is about to snag the nation’s rarest cultural trophy.
World‑Bang Hits and New‑York Nights
Just over the weekend, the boy band shattered the New York case record, rocking the 40,000‑strong crowd at Citi Field—the first Asian act to do so. The fan frenzy was so intense that the subway’s midnight line stretched out, ensuring that every ticket‑punching fan could get home safely.
Why It Matters
The Order of Cultural Merit is the crown jewel for anyone who helps spread the Korean Wave (Hallyu) and pushes pop culture forward. BTS is the first and the youngest idol group to get the Hwagwan Order, joining a prestigious line that includes the 40‑year‑old veteran actor Lee Sun‑Jae.
Headline‑Making Achievements
- topped the US Billboard 200
- crowned the best social artist at the Billboard Music Awards
- smashed the charts globally and made appearances on Jimmy Kimmel Live and Ellen
With this new honor, BTS is not only getting a shiny medal but also cementing its status as the world’s most successful K‑pop act.
Sources
Original article by AsiaOne/MM2 Entertainment – contact: [email protected]
