🌍 A Global Tribute to ARMY Hits Theaters
A powerful new documentary spotlighting the global phenomenon that is BTS’s fanbase—ARMY—officially hits theaters worldwide today. Titled “BTS ARMY: Forever We Are Young,” the film is screening in major cinemas including CGV, Megabox, and Lotte Cinema across Korea from July 30 to August 5.
Directed by Peabody Award-winner Grace Lee and K-pop scholar Patty An, the film isn’t just about fandom—it’s about how ARMY became a cultural force, building community, empathy, and resilience in ways that have transformed the global music landscape.
🎥 Stories From Seoul to Mexico City: ARMY, The Heart of It All
The documentary takes viewers into the lives of BTS fans around the world. From a dance instructor in Seoul teaching BTS choreography, to fans attending concerts in Mexico City and LA, to the grassroots online communities formed back in 2013, the film paints an intimate picture of ARMY’s diverse, passionate, and socially conscious universe.
This isn’t just about loving a group—it’s about what that love inspires. The directors emphasize:
“There is no BTS without ARMY, and no ARMY without BTS.”
🏆 From SXSW to Global Theaters: A Film With Global Momentum
The film made its premiere earlier this year at South by Southwest (SXSW) in Texas and has since been screened at Copenhagen, Mexico, Hawaii, and Los Angeles international film festivals, garnering global praise for its heartfelt storytelling and community-driven message.
Whether you’re a day-one fan or a newcomer curious about K-pop’s cultural impact, this documentary promises to leave you inspired by ARMY’s unwavering energy and connection.
🎟️ Where and When to Watch
- Title: BTS ARMY: Forever We Are Young
- Release: July 30, 2025
- Theatrical Run: Through August 5
- Theaters: CGV, Megabox, Lotte Cinema (Korea)
- Language: Multiple, with subtitles available
Article Source: 보도자료, “BTS 팬덤 다큐 영화 ‘방탄소년단 아미: 포에버 위 아 영’, 오늘 개봉,” KBS News, July 30, 2025.
Alt Text: BTS Jin smiling at the press conference for “Kian’s Bizarre B&B” in April 2025.
Caption: BTS Jin at the “Kian’s Bizarre B&B” press event in Seoul, captured during his official appearance in April 2025. Image not directly related to the concert tour; included for illustrative purpose only.
Image Source: Image via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0
