In pictures - K-pop fans unite at BTS Bengal ARMY’s Borahae Bash in Kolkata’s Gyan Mancha
In pictures: K-pop fans unite at BTS Bengal ARMY’s Borahae Bash in Kolkata’s Gyan Mancha
A concert screening, BTS-themed stalls, cosplay contests and a DJ night marked the city's tribute to the band’s 13-year journey
Shrestha Mukherjee
Published 21.06.26, 03:30 PM
Kolkata turned purple on the rainy Sunday morning as fans of K-pop sensation BTS came together to celebrate the group’s 13th debut anniversary at Gyan Mancha.
From concert screenings and themed food to exciting goodies and heartfelt moments, the Borahae Bash — organised by members of Kolkata-based community BTS Bengal ARMY — was a vibrant celebration of music, friendship and fandom. Here are glimpses from the fan meet-up.
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Embracing the Bong ARMYs, the auditorium resonated with the heartfelt tunes of the K-pop band’s latest Arirang World tour concert
Photos: Soumyajit Dey
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Apart from the concert screening, the venue had other attractions, including instant photography against a photobooth, multiple stalls showcasing BTS merchandise and goodies
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Fans pose for pictures at a BTS-themed photobooth
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During the concert screening, fans sang along and danced to the beats of their favourite BTS chartbusters, turning the venue into a mini concert arena
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Dozens of BTS ARMYs gathered in Kolkata for Borahae Bash, organised by BTS Bengal Army to celebrate BTS’s 13th debut anniversary. “Many fans told us they had never experienced such a lively BTS event in Kolkata before,” said Kinkini Dasgupta, organiser and founding member of BTS Bengal ARMY
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On June 13, PVR Inox screened the live screening of a special Busan concert in the theatres around Kolkata as a part of BTS Festa
