BTS: Radio host apologises for comparing band to Covid

Matthias Matuschik said he did not intend to "racially insult," adding that making a connection between the band and Covid was "completely wrong".

The incident comes amid an increase in anti-Asian sentiment and racist attacks since the pandemic began.

BTS is one of the biggest bands in the world with an incredibly large and vocal fan base.

Many took to social media to share their outrage at the comments.