BTS’ V and Jungkook to attend Met Gala 2026?
BTS members, RM, Jin, Suga, J-hope, Jimin,
V, and
Jungkook, have yet to make an appearance at the
Met Gala. Despite ongoing speculation, possible scheduling conflicts, and collaborations with their fashion brands, the group has not officially graced the red carpet at the Metropolitan Museum of Art due to their often-busy touring commitments. While fans have speculated that
BTS might show up at Met Gala 2026, a widely shared post suggested that Jungkook and V, who were reportedly invited, will not be attending the event. The group is currently engaged in a world tour celebrating their latest album, ARIRANG.
BTS’ Jungkook and V won’t attend Met Gala 2026
A widely circulated post on Instagram reportedly claimed that BTS’
Jungkook and V received invitations to the Met Gala 2026. However, the post indicated that they will not be present, citing their ongoing world tour as a potential reason. Although there has been no official confirmation from Met Gala organizers, the post has gained significant traction on social media, prompting reactions from fans.
ARMYs reaction to viral post
Some fans noted that Jungkook and V’s absence is due to their demanding tour schedules, while others expressed excitement at seeing their names mentioned.
Meanwhile, the viral post titled ’10 Celebrities Who Won’t Be at the Met Gala 2026′ included names such as Kanye West, Blake Lively, Ariana Grande, Nicki Minaj, Ice Spice,
Kim Taehyung (V), Nina Dobrev, Bella Hadid, Jungkook, and Demi Lovato.
Met Gala 2026 viral post
In the caption, the poster noted that some celebrities are occupied, others were not invited, and a few have faced restrictions.
Meanwhile, BTS World Tour ARIRANG in El Paso, Texas, is scheduled for May 2 and 3. Following this, the group will travel to Mexico City. The Met Gala 2026 is set to occur on May 4.
About BTS and ARIRANG
Released on March 20, 2026, ARIRANG marks the highly anticipated return of BTS. This album represents their first full-group release in nearly four years after a voluntary hiatus for mandatory military service. The 14-track album combines traditional Korean elements with dynamic hip-hop, aiming to “reclaim” their artistic expression and cultural identity.
Additionally,
Run BTS 2.0 has also made a comeback, with 2 episodes already released. This series features all seven members with a travel-themed concept. The new season highlights the members’ natural chemistry through games and lively adventures, available on BANGTANTV YouTube and Weverse. Early episodes showcased BTS’s trip and room assignments, capturing moments of leisure and unexpected, lively interactions. Episode 3 is set to premiere on May 5 at 9 PM KST (5:30 PM IST).
