Singer Charlie Puth recently clarified why he was seen spending time with members of BTS in Los Angeles, despite not appearing on the group’s upcoming album ARIRANG. The sightings had sparked widespread speculation among fans, many of whom believed the American singer might be collaborating with the K-pop group on their highly anticipated comeback project.

Charlie Puth on hanging out with BTS members 

The rumours began after photos and videos surfaced online showing Charlie Puth hanging out with several BTS members during their studio sessions in Los Angeles. In one clip, he was seen joking around with Jungkook while playing with a fidget spinner, while other moments showed him casually spending time with the group. Some members, including J‑Hope and V, also shared glimpses of their meet-up on social media, which further fuelled speculation about a possible collaboration.