K-pop band BTS named Time's entertainer of the year

BTS had a record year with two of its songs – 'Dynamite' and 'Life Goes On' – making top debuts on Billboard's main singles chart, the Hot 100. Photo: ABC/AFP

K-pop group BTS was named entertainer of the year by Time magazine, capping a breakthrough year in the United States for the South Korean boy band.

The seven-member band, which made its debut in 2013, has become one of the world's most popular thanks to its upbeat dance-y songs, army of adoring fans, and positive non-controversial messages.