BTS closes iHeartRadio Music Festival Day 1 with high-energy set

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LAS VEGAS — K-pop supergroup BTS closed the first day of the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival with a high-energy performance at T-Mobile Arena on Friday, Sept. 18, delivering hits from their latest album, “Arirang.”

Jin, Suga, RM, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jungkook took the stage in Las Vegas, energizing the crowd with songs from their latest release.

The septet opened their set with “Swim” before performing “2.0.” They continued with “Mic Drop” and “FYA,” drawing louder reactions from the audience.

The festival shared clips from BTS’ performance and portions of the group’s backstage interview on its social media accounts.

BTS headlined the first day alongside other performers, including Cardi B, Zara Larsson and Goo Goo Dolls.

The festival will continue with its second day on Saturday, Sept. 19, in Las Vegas, which falls on Sunday, Sept. 20, in the Philippines.

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