Lights return to the stage, footsteps gather, and seven paths become one again. After years of silence as a group, the countdown ends this 2026. BTS is back, complete, and ready to begin its next chapter.
Official Comeback Announcement
BigHit Music confirmed on January 1 that BTS will release a new album on March 20, 2026. The project marks the group’s first full-member album in three years and nine months, signaling the end of their long group hiatus.
First Group Release Since Proof
The upcoming album will be BTS’s first release as seven since Proof in June 2022. That album arrived just before the members stepped away from group activities to focus on solo work and fulfill national duties.
Military Chapter Closed
All seven members have now completed South Korea’s mandatory military service. Suga was the final member to be discharged on June 21, 2025, clearing the way for BTS to reunite fully as a group.
A Quiet but Meaningful Reveal
Before the official announcement, BTS revealed the comeback date through handwritten letters sent to selected ARMY members. The letters were gifted to fans who maintained a Weverse membership for three consecutive years and included the date March 20, 2026.
Connection With ARMY
The letters carried personal reflections and gratitude from each member, reinforcing the bond between BTS and their global fan base. Fans who did not receive physical copies will be able to read the messages on Weverse later this month.
Global Stage Returns
After the album release, BTS is set to embark on a world tour, marking a full-scale return to live performances. Additional details about the album and tour plans will be announced in the coming weeks.
