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BAKBING Brief

BTS’s “Swim” is making headlines after being nominated for “Song of the Year” and “Best K-Pop” at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMA). This achievement stems from their work on last year’s animated film *K-Pop Demon* and serves as further proof of BTS’s global popularity. The news has generated great excitement among fans around the world. Key Point: BTS’s nominations further highlight the global influence of K-pop and will be a moment of pride for fans.

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