BTS, 'Liberation Day Filial Piety' Moves... 'Arirang' Remains on UK Official Album Chart for 21 Consecutive Weeks

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BTS's "Arirang" has once again shattered its own record on the UK Official Charts, marking a meaningful event on Liberation Day.

According to the latest UK Official Charts (August 14–20), BTS's fifth full-length album "ARIRANG" entered the Official Albums Chart Top 100 at No. 59, marking its 21st consecutive week on the chart. This surpasses the previous record of 19 weeks set by their sixth mini-album "MAP OF THE SOUL : PERSONA," as the group continues to break its own weekly records. "ARIRANG" has remained on the charts for the second-longest duration among all albums released in 2026, trailing only Harry Styles' "Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally." (23 weeks). That album was released two weeks earlier, on March 6.

"Arirang" also posted consistent results across the sub-charts. It ranked 22nd on the "Official Physical Albums," while placing 24th each on the "Official Scottish Albums" and "Official Album Sales." It also appeared on the "Official Vinyl Albums" at 37th and the "Official Album Streaming" chart at 75th.

On Spotify's "Weeekly Top Albums Global" (collection period: August 7–13), the group secured third place for a second consecutive week. Even nearly four months after its release, it continues to firmly hold its position in the top ranks, oscillating between first and third. The title track "SWIM" reached number 10, maintaining its spot within the top 10 for 21 weeks. Other tracks also charted: "NORMAL" at 49th and "Body to Body" at 197th.

Meanwhile, according to a survey conducted by global music data company Luminate in the second quarter of this year targeting U.S. music consumers, BTS's local recognition reached 42%. This figure is significantly higher than the average recognition rate of 24% for all artists, demonstrating their overwhelming popularity and influence.

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