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If you’re an ARMY who loves McDonald’s, this might just be the best collaboration ever. McDonald’s Happy Meal has always been a nostalgic treat, but now it comes with an extra dose of K-pop magic. The fast-food giant has teamed up with BTS once again, this time bringing back the beloved TinyTAN characters in collectible Happy Meal toys. With limited availability worldwide, fans are already buzzing with excitement about getting their hands on these precious figures.

 

 

Who Are TinyTAN?

 

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TinyTAN are the animated characters inspired by the seven members of BTS. They’re designed to capture the group’s personality in a cute, chibi-like form that fans instantly fell in love with. While BTS has two major collectible character lines – BT21 and TinyTAN – the latter feels especially connected to ARMYs because it reimagines the members themselves.

 

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BT21 was created in collaboration with Line Friends, resulting in adorable original characters like Tata, Koya, RJ, Shooky, Mang, Cooky and Chimmy. TinyTAN, on the other hand, directly transforms RM, Jin, SUGA, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook into their animated counterparts. Each character reflects the idols’ iconic looks and personalities, which makes them a must-have for collectors.

 

 

McDonald’s Previous Collaboration with BTS

 

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This isn’t the first time McDonald’s has partnered with BTS. Back in 2021, the BTS Meal became a global phenomenon, complete with limited-edition packaging and sauces inspired by Korean flavors. Fans lined up around the world, trading photo cards and saving meal boxes as collector’s items. Now, after four years, BTS and McDonald’s are reuniting – this time through the Happy Meal. The connection makes perfect sense: Happy Meal toys are symbols of childhood joy and nostalgia, and adding BTS TinyTAN figures takes that joy to another level for fans across generations.

 

 

Throwback and Encore Editions

 

The new release features a total of 14 different TinyTAN figures, split into two collectible lines:

 

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Throwback Edition: These figures recreate the outfits BTS wore in the famous 2021 “BTS Meal” McDonald’s commercial. For longtime fans, it’s a trip down memory lane and a way to relive the excitement of that first collab.

 

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Encore Edition: In this version, TinyTAN members wear brand-new costumes featuring the McDonald’s logo, making them unique collectibles you won’t find anywhere else.

 

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What makes this launch even more exciting is that customers can choose their preferred figure when purchasing a Happy Meal – no random blind boxes here. That means if you’re hunting specifically for BTS J-Hope TinyTAN or BTS Jungkook TinyTAN, you won’t need to rely on luck.

 

 

Release Dates and Locations

 

The collaboration is rolling out globally, but release dates vary:

 

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Global Schedule

Throwback Edition: September 3, 2025

Encore Edition: September 23, 2025

 

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Korea Release

Starts September 11, 2025, at McDonald’s locations nationwide.

 

Figures will only be available while supplies last, so availability may end earlier depending on stock at each store. Other countries are expected to follow a similar timeline, so ARMYs everywhere should keep an eye on their local McDonald’s announcements.

 

    

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TinyTAN x McDonald’s Happy Meal combines global fast food nostalgia with the Kpop’s biggest boy group BTS, giving fans a tangible way to celebrate their love for this group. Whether you’re collecting all 14 figures, hunting specifically for your BTS bias’ TinyTAN, or simply enjoying a Happy Meal for the first time in years, this release promises joy for both kids and adults.

 

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With the popularity of previous BTS collaborations, it’s safe to say these will sell out quickly. So if you’re an ARMY – or just a fan of K-pop culture – make sure to grab your Happy Meal and secure your TinyTAN before they’re gone.