Some nights belong to one act, and this was BTS’s. At the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, the group won every award they were nominated for, and one win made history. ARMY has plenty to celebrate.
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BTS: The Big Sweep
The ceremony took place on September 27, 2026, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. BTS (Jin, V, J-Hope, SUGA, Jimin, Jungkook and RM) went three for three:
| Award | Result |
|---|---|
| Song of the Year (SWIM) | Won |
| Best K-Pop (SWIM) | Won |
| Best Group | Won |
Why This Win Is Historic?
The headline is Song of the Year. BTS are the first K-pop group ever to win the category, which makes SWIM a landmark track in their catalogue.
Best Group was also a milestone. It was their fifth win in that category, after four straight wins from 2019 to 2022.
BTS Thank ARMY
Through their agency BIGHIT MUSIC, the members thanked their fans for their constant love and support. They called ARIRANG a new beginning for the group, which made the awards feel even more meaningful.
They also said the Song of the Year win came from everyone who loved their music. Looking ahead, they promised that all seven members will keep delivering great music and performances together.
What It Means?
A sweep is rare in any awards season, much like a team winning every match in a tournament. It shows that BTS’s global pull hasn’t faded, and that the ARIRANG era is off to a strong start. For more entertainment and sports stories, keep reading TechnoSports.
FAQs
What did BTS win at the MTV VMAs 2026?
They won Song of the Year and Best K-Pop for SWIM, plus Best Group.
Why is the Song of the Year win historic?
BTS are the first K-pop group to win that category at the VMAs.
