K-pop sensation BTS commenced their highly anticipated two-night engagement on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Wednesday, March 25. All seven members – RM, Jin, Suga, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook – participated in an interview, following a pre-taped performance of their song “SWIM” at the iconic Guggenheim Museum in New York City. Billboard was present for both the interview and the performance, reporting an electrifying atmosphere in Studio 8H, filled with the enthusiastic cheers of the ARMY.

Breaking from traditional guest entrances, BTS made their way to the stage from behind the audience, engaging with fans along the aisle. The show also featured a unique pre-recorded segment where fans, after singing “SWIM” – the lead single from BTS’ recently released sixth album, ARIRANG – were surprised by Fallon and the band members waiting on the other side of the recording booth, leading to moments of shock and delight.

During the interview, several memorable moments emerged from the individual members:

RM: When asked if anyone had ridden in a car with RM since he recently obtained his driver's license, V humorously interjected with