Jimmy Fallon Guests April 14, 2026

Episode clips

BTS

BTS reunites to discuss the album ARIRANG, the emotions behind its title and their upcoming world tour, while sharing what they missed about one another and their time recording together. They also unpack new songs, answer fan questions, surprise ARMY members and perform “SWIM.”

Interview

BTS Listens to "SWIM," "2.0" and "NORMAL" and Reveals the Meaning Behind Each Song | Tonight Show

BTS listens to tracks from its number-one album, explaining “SWIM” as a message about moving forward and “2.0” as a statement of confidence. The group also discusses the more personal “NORMAL” and reacts to fans already knowing the words despite the record’s recent release.

Interview

BTS Reveals What They Really Missed About Each Other During Break, Talks ARIRANG World Tour

BTS discusses reuniting after military service and the Korean roots and universal emotions behind the new album ARIRANG. The members joke about what they missed about one another and Jung Kook’s unpacked luggage while recalling living together in Los Angeles to record. They also preview their world tour and a performance of “SWIM.”

Interview

BTS Answers Burning Fan Questions About Jin's Butt Theory, RM's Driving Skills and More

BTS answers fan questions by recommending songs for new listeners, debating Jin’s theory that people have two butts and teasing RM about his newly acquired driver’s license. The group also calls ARMY “love,” assigns Jimmy Fallon dance practice as a prospective eighth member and promotes ARIRANG and “SWIM.”

Musical Performance

BTS: SWIM | The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

BTS performs the new song “SWIM” at New York’s Guggenheim Museum.

Monologue

Iran Rejects Trump's "Excessive" 15-Point Peace Plan; BTS Makes Their Late-Night Return

Jimmy Fallon jokes about President Trump’s 15-point plan to end the war with Iran, Iran’s rejection of it as excessive and Pakistan’s offer to mediate. He also celebrates BTS’s return with a new album, concert documentary and world tour before noting the start of the Major League Baseball season.

Game/Bit

BTS and Jimmy Surprise Unsuspecting Fans While They Sing "SWIM" | The Tonight Show

BTS and Jimmy Fallon surprise fans who think they are recording themselves singing “SWIM” for the show. After the room transforms around each group, the fans exit the booth to find BTS waiting for them.

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Jimin Fallon breaks down the difference between him and #BTS’ #Jimin 🤣 #FallonTonight #BTSonFallon

#BTS shares what they missed most about each other while being apart 🥹 #FallonTonight #BTSonFallon

#BTS performs “SWIM” at the #Guggenheim!  #FallonTonight #BTSonFallon

FAQ

Who were the guests on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Apr 14, 2026?

Ariana DeBose and BTS were the guests on this episode. The episode originally aired on Mar 25, 2026.

When did this episode air?

This was a rerun broadcast on Apr 14, 2026. The episode originally aired on Mar 25, 2026.