The wait is over—BTS reunion is officially happening! After years of anticipation and speculation, all seven members of the global K-pop sensation have confirmed their return with a brand-new album and an epic world tour set for 2026. This announcement marks the end of their hiatus following South Korea’s mandatory military service and has reignited excitement among millions of fans worldwide.
The Big Announcement: BTS Reunites
On July 1, 2025, BTS hosted a special Weverse livestream—their first full-group appearance in nearly three years. Over 7.3 million fans tuned in live to witness Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook share the news together.
“Starting in July, all seven of us will begin working closely together on new music. Since it will be a group album, it will reflect each member’s thoughts and ideas. We’re approaching the album with the same mindset we had when we first started.”
What to Expect: New Album in Spring 2026
- Release timeframe: Spring 2026 (exact month not specified)
- Creative process: Recording begins in July 2025, with sessions starting in the United States
- Album style: A true group project, promising to capture the spirit and creativity of BTS’s early years, with each member contributing their ideas and emotions
- First group album since: “Proof” (2022), with their last studio album “Be” released in 2020
The World Tour: BTS Back on the Global Stage
- Tour launch: Spring 2026, in conjunction with the album release
- Scope: Described as a “massive world tour,” this will be BTS’s first global trek since the “Permission to Dance On Stage” concerts, which wrapped up in 2021 and drew over 4 million attendees worldwide
- Fan engagement: BTS promises to visit fans “all over the globe,” with stops expected in major cities and regions, including the Bay Area in the United States.
Why the Wait? Military Service and Solo Projects
BTS’s hiatus was largely due to South Korea’s mandatory military service, which all members have now completed:
| Member | Enlistment | Discharge |
|---|---|---|
| Jin | Dec 2022 | Jun 2024 |
| J-Hope | Apr 2023 | Oct 2024 |
| Suga | Sep 2023 | Jun 2025 |
| RM, V, Jimin, Jungkook | Dec 2023 | Jun 2025 |
During this period, each member pursued solo music and projects, with notable releases such as Jungkook’s “Seven” and RM’s “Right Place, Wrong Person” topping charts worldwide.
What’s Next for BTS and ARMY?
- Live album release: “Permission to Dance on Stage — Seoul” drops July 18, 2025, featuring 22 live tracks from their stadium tour.
- Continued fan communication: BTS will maintain regular updates via Weverse and social media, ensuring fans stay connected as preparations ramp up.
- Solo activities: Members like Jin and J-Hope continue to engage fans with solo tours and festival appearances until the group’s official comeback.