Seoul, South Korea — Global K-pop sensation BTS has confirmed its highly anticipated return, announcing new music and a world tour set for spring 2026 during a livestream event Tuesday on Weverse. This marks the first time in nearly a year that all seven members—Jung Kook, V, Jimin, Suga, Jin, J-Hope, and RM—have participated in a joint broadcast, drawing a massive audience of over 7.3 million viewers.
After a two-year hiatus for solo projects and military service commitments, the group expressed enthusiasm for their upcoming endeavors. “We’ll be releasing a new BTS album in the spring of next year,” the members shared, emphasizing their collaborative approach. “Starting in July, all seven of us will begin working closely on new music. This album will reflect each of our thoughts and ideas, similar to how we approached our earlier work.”
New music production is set to begin in the United States next month, with plans for a “massive” world tour coinciding with the album’s release. The members noted their eagerness to reconnect with fans worldwide: “We’ll be visiting fans all around the world, so we hope you’re as excited as we are.” The group’s last tour, “BTS: Permission to Dance on Stage,” wrapped up almost four years ago, bringing together more than four million attendees over its run.
While reports from the Korea Herald earlier this month suggested a March 2026 return, the group did not specify an exact date during the livestream. Their last album, “Proof,” debuted in 2022, following which each member embarked on solo musical journeys. Jung Kook released “Golden” in 2023, V followed with “Layover,” and Jimin has put out two albums, “Face” and the forthcoming “Muse.” Suga’s “D-Day” and Jin’s EPs, “Happy” and “Echo,” also garnered attention, alongside J-Hope’s “Jack in the Box” and RM’s albums “Indigo” and “Right Place, Wrong Person.”
Fans have eagerly awaited this moment, and the livestream provided a sense of nostalgia as the members reminisced about their earlier days together. Their commitment to returning as a group reflects a shared vision rooted in collaboration and connection, resonating with their global fanbase known as ARMY.
As the world anticipates their return, excitement is building for BTS’s next chapter in music and live performances. The group aims to maintain the essence of what brought them together in the beginning while innovating and evolving with their artistry. With this long-awaited announcement, BTS is poised to reclaim their place at the forefront of the music industry.