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See - Sada Elbalad
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
A New BTS Documentary Is on the Way
Yara Sameh A new feature-length documentary spotlighting the historic fandom of global South Korean K-pop group BTS— called the ARMY — is set to hit theaters worldwide this July. Titled "Forever We Are Young", the film centers on ARMY, BTS's devoted global fanbase, and will arrive in cinemas on Wednesday, July 30 via Trafalgar Releasing. Tickets will be available beginning July 2 at . Directed by award-winning filmmakers Grace Lee and Patty Ahn, "Forever We Are Young" explores the passion, creativity, and activism that define BTS ARMY. From Seoul to Los Angeles, Lewisville to Mexico City, the film follows fans across continents who share one powerful connection: their love for BTS. The project dives into the fan-led movements that helped launch BTS into superstardom and reflects on how ARMY has become a global symbol of unity, inclusion, and collective strength. 'There is no BTS without ARMY and no ARMY without BTS,' said co-directors Lee and Ahn in a joint statement. 'We're excited for audiences to go on an emotional journey and meet a fandom that made us laugh, cry, and think.' "Forever We Are Young" made its world premiere at SXSW 2025 in Austin, Texas, to sold-out audiences and standing ovations, followed by screenings in cities like Copenhagen, Mexico City, and Los Angeles. The film features stories from ReactorCon in Texas, dance cover groups in South Korea, and longtime fans who have organized and mobilized ARMY since BTS's 2013 debut. Produced by Eurie Chung, Grace Lee, Nora Chute, and Patty Ahn, and executive produced by Oscar winner Morgan Neville (20 Feet From Stardom), Caitrin Rogers, and James Shin, the film blends personal stories with global milestones to illustrate ARMY's profound cultural impact. Oscar Vazquez and Aldo Velasco serve as editors, with original music by Andrew Orkin and cinematography by Jerry Henry. BTS, whose name stands for 'Bangtan Sonyeondan' (Beyond the Scene), debuted in 2013 and has since become one of the most successful acts in pop history. With six Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 hits and millions of albums sold globally, the group's cultural influence extends well beyond music. ARMY, short for 'Adorable Representative M.C. for Youth,' now boasts over 90 million members worldwide. Trafalgar Releasing has a long history of distributing BTS content, including record-breaking concert films and live event broadcasts. 'The global impact of BTS is undeniable,' said Kymberli Frueh, SVP of Content Acquisitions and Programming at Trafalgar Releasing. 'We are proud to bring this film to big screens across the globe to celebrate the impact of the fans themselves.' Select theaters will feature limited-edition posters and themed concessions for the release. "Forever We Are Young" opens worldwide on July 30. For updates and tickets, visit . read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream News Shell Unveils Cost-Cutting, LNG Growth Plan Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean
Time of India
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
A documentary on BTS made by their fans, ‘Forever We Are Young' gets release date – Deets inside!
BTS' fandom, ARMY , has proved their strength and togetherness yet again. A fan-made documentary titled 'Forever We Are Young' is all set to release theatrically on a global level! The film will be released for viewing in limited and select theatres across the globe. Find out how you can watch the movie and get tickets for its screening. A fan-made documentary about BTS is to get a global theatrical release According to reports from the group's management, the film 'Forever We Are Young' is going to be released theatrically in some theatres all across the globe on July 30. The film tracks the group's success from the time they debuted to the present and how everything has been from the viewpoint of the fans. Directed by Grace Lee ('The Silencers' and 'Too Hot To Handle') and Patty Ahn, the film explores fans from different regions of the world. From Seoul to New York, the film aims to show the connection that connects everyone, regardless of boundaries and language barriers. The film is said to explore the passion, creativity and activism that BTS ARMY share. As per Billboard, both of the directors issued a statement regarding the release of the film, stating that, 'There is no BTS without ARMY and no ARMY without BTS. We're excited for audiences to go on an emotional journey and meet a fandom that made us laugh, cry, and think.' The debut happened at SXSW 2025 The film made its official debut at the 2025 South by Southwest Film & TV Festival, better known as SXSW 2025. The film festival was held in March earlier this year in Austin, Texas. This is not the first BTS-related film to be released on a global level. Previous titles include 'Burn the Stage: The Movie', 'Love Yourself in Seoul', 'Bring the Soul: The Movie', and 'Break the Silence: The Movie'. Solo concert films of the members have also been released online. How to purchase tickets and check availability? The film is only going to be released in select theatres around the world. For updates regarding the film, the official website has been established for fans to access. Since the film has officially been set for a July 30 release, the tickets for the screenings will go live on the same websites from July 2 onwards.
News18
a day ago
- Entertainment
- News18
BTS ARMY Documentary Forever We Are Young's Theatrical Release Date Announced
Forever We Are Young is going to centre on the ARMY, who have been devoted to the band and its seven members. BTS has become one of the most popular boy bands in the last few years. The K-pop band's journey from a rookie to a global phenomenon is inspiring, and the fans have been a massive part of their success. Known as ARMY, BTS fans transcend borders, languages and cultures. To give back to the loyal ARMY, BTS is gearing up to release a new documentary titled Forever We Are Young. Forever We Are Young is going to centre on the ARMY, who have been devoted to the band and its 7 members, including Jungkook, V, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin and RM. The documentary is set to make a special theatrical release worldwide on July 30 via Trafalgar Releasing. ARMY can book their tickets from July 2 at The documentary film is helmed by award-winning directors Grace Lee and Patty Ahn. The film explores and highlights the passion, activism and creativity that defines the BTS ARMY. The film follows fans across continents, from Seoul to Mexico City and Lewisville to Los Angeles, as these fans share one mutual connection – their love for BTS. The documentary further highlights the fan-led movements as well as explores how ARMY has become a global symbol of unity and collective strength. Additionally, the film features dance cover groups from South Korea, stories from ReactorCon in Texas, and devoted fans who have organised ARMY since the band's debut in 2013. The documentary made its world premiere at SXSW 2025 in Austin, Texas. The premiere was met with sold-out stadiums and standing ovations from the audience. Later, the film was screened in various cities, including Los Angeles, Mexico City and Copenhagen. This documentary film is produced by Eurie Chung, Nora Chute, Grace Lee and Patty Ahn with a bunch of talented executive producers, including Oscar winner Morgan Neville, James Shin and Caitrin Rogers. As per Billboard reports, directors Grace Lee and Patty Ahn stated in a joint statement, 'There is no BTS without ARMY and no ARMY without BTS. We are excited for audiences to go on an emotional journey and meet a fandom that made us laugh, cry and think." First Published: June 25, 2025, 12:24 IST
Pink Villa
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
BTS ARMY documentary Forever We Are Young locks July release date after 2025 SXSW debut, find out how to book tickets
BTS and ARMY are inseparable. Proving once again why the K-pop phenomenon is once in a lifetime the surprising fan created film, Forever We Are Young, is already eyeing a theatrical release. On June 24, it was confirmed that the documentary will be released in limited screens around the world on July 30. The story follows the iconic team's rise to the top of the musical realm through the eyes of their fans. When and where to buy tickets for Forever We Are Young film It is said to be a feature-length documentary and has been contributed to by award-winning directors Grace Lee and Patty Ahn. Trafalgar Releasing is all set to take the ticketing live from Friday, July 2, on 'btsarmymovie' website, with additional information, updates, and official posters being made available for global admirers. Called ARMY- short for Adorable Representative M.C. for Youth, the film considers an audience of about 90 million fans, although realistic numbers could be way beyond that. 'There is no BTS without ARMY and no ARMY without BTS,' said the directors who worked on the film. While taking a look at the group's success, it centers on how their fans enabled such a pandemonium-like fame for the South Korean team, in a never-before-seen way. Previously, Forever We Are Young had its world premiere at the 2025 SXSW in Austin, Texas, earning praise from audiences, including standing ovations that proved the heart that went behind the film's creation, and how it was able to connect with the viewers. It is not known whether BTS is aware of the existence of this movie and if any of the seven members will check it out; however, hopes remain high for the millions of fans who have put in days and nights worth of work to turn the group into the Grammy-nominated act that they are now! Forever We Are Young adds itself to a series of BTS-centered films, including Burn the Stage: The Movie, the concert films Love Yourself in Seoul, Bring the Soul: The Movie and Break the Silence: The Movie, which previously enlightened the fans. Solo member movies and theatre-streamed concerts have also brought on a unique touch to the group's worldwide presence.
Forbes
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
‘Forever We Are Young'—A Film About BTS Army By Army—Sets Release Date
(L-R) Jimin, Jungkook, RM, J-Hope, V, Jin and SUGA of BTS visited the 'Today' Show in 2020. (Photo ... More by Cindy Ord/WireImage) BTS fans are in for a treat. The feature-length documentary Forever We Are Young by award-winning directors Grace Lee and Patty Ahn will hit theaters on July 30. The film shines a spotlight on the BTS global fandom known as Army—currently at 90 million fans and growing. Army, an intergenerational, culturally savvy and socially active movement is as diverse as the world itself. The film captures the powerful spirit of activism and collectivity that make the fandom a symbol of hope and unity. For more than a decade BTS has been recognized for delivering exceptional music and performances. The South Korean band, composed of RM, Jin, Suga, j-hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook, have collected six No.1 Billboard Hot 100 singles since 2020 and performed multiple sold-out stadium shows across the world. The film debuts on July 30. The five-time Grammy nominees were named Time's Entertainer of the Year in 2020 and earned recognition at the Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards (Artist of the Year 2021) and MTV Video Music Award. BTS is already the subject of a few films but Forever We Are Young is made by Army for Army, as the film centers on the fans themselves and celebrates their creativity, resilience and deep emotional connection to the group. Although rooted in fandom, the film explores universal themes of belonging, identity and self-love. From Seoul to Los Angeles, Texas to Mexico City, BTS Army is everywhere. Forever We Are Young meets fans at locations as diverse as a BTS-focused ReactorCon in Lewisville, Texas, and a Seoul-based dance class that teaches BTS choreography, offering insight into the loyal fandom that helped the k-pop idols dominate the charts. 'Forever We Are Young' celebrates the BTS fandom. 'There is no BTS without Army and no Army without BTS," said the film's co-director and producer Grace Lee. 'We're excited for audiences to go on an emotional journey and meet a fandom that made us laugh, cry and think,' said director and producer Patty Ahn. "We were constantly moved by the fans' power, resilience, creativity and humor and hope audiences will be too' Lee is a Peabody-winning filmmaker, whose directing and producing credits include the documentary series And She Could be Next, Asian Americans; and feature documentaries: American Revolutionary: The Evolution of Grace Lee Boggs, The Grace Lee Project and fiction films Janeane from Des Moines and American Zombie. She is BTS One True 7. Ahn is a filmmaker and professor in the communication department at the University of California, San Diego. Ahn's research and teaching focus on k-pop's growing global influence, especially in the U.S. Ahn's favorite BTS member? It's Jimin. Forever We Are Young is being released by Trafalgar Releasing, which organizes cinema events. It's not the first BTS concert or film they've released. Dedicated BTS fans WatchaGot2Say enthusiastically review every BTS release. 'The global impact of BTS is undeniable, not just as artists, but as a cultural movement," said Kymberli Frueh, senior vice-president of content acquisitions and programming at Trafalgar Releasing. "We are proud to bring this film to big screens across the globe to celebrate the impact of the fans themselves who have supported BTS every step of the way.' Forever We Are Young had its world premiere at the 2025 SXSW in Austin, Texas, with a sold out audience, earning standing ovations and high praise from BTS fans and film lovers. The film then screened at select festivals across the globe including Copenhagen, Mexico, Hawaii and Los Angeles. Tickets for the limited theatrical release go on sale July 2. Select cinemas will offer film branded concessions and official movie posters will be available on the website.
