As HYBE hints at 2026 reunion of BTS, let's take a look at all seven members' military service status
BTS announced their temporary hiatus in 2022 to focus on individual activities, including mandatory military enlistment in the South Korean Army. Fans confused the temporary hiatus with a permanent disbandment and flooded social media with grim messages. HYBE had then stepped up and announced that the group would reunite in 2025
Fans may have to wait a little longer for the BTS reunion. After a report by The Camp recently revealed that RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook have completed 60 per cent of their mandatory military service, fans were excited with just seven months to go for the highly-anticipated reunion of the popular group. However, as per a new report by allkpop.com, HYBE, the agency that manages BTS, has hinted at a delay in plans.
HYBE to discuss activities with BTS in 2026
HYBE's CFO. Lee Kyung Joon, announced during their Q3 earnings call that the company is discussing potential activities with BTS members for 2026. While a full-group comeback would undoubtedly generate significant revenue, Lee noted that it won't contribute as heavily to their earnings as it did during their pre-military era. This shift is largely due to the company's diversification efforts, with other artists and new ventures contributing to the company's growth.
HYBE earlier confirmed group will reunite in 2025
BTS announced their temporary hiatus in 2022 to focus on individual activities, including mandatory military enlistment in the South Korean Army. Fans confused the temporary hiatus with a permanent disbandment and flooded social media with grim messages. HYBE then stepped up and announced that the group would reunite in 2025 after completing their military service. However, with only Jin and J-Hope having finished their service, and the rest set to wrap up by June 2025, HYBE now hints at a 2026 reunion instead.
About BTS
BTS, a South Korean boyband comprising seven members - RM, Jin, Suga, J-hope, Jimin, V, and Suga - made their musical debut in 2013 with their album 2 Cool 4 Skool. The supergroup, known for their crazy fan following across the globe, is credited for paving the way for Korean pop to the global music sphere.
What's BTS members' military status?
Jin
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Jin, the eldest member of BTS, completed his military service in June 2024 and is now set to release his first solo album Happy in November 2024. He became the first member of the boyband to enlist for military service on December 13, 2022, at the Yeoncheon army base in North Gyeonggi Province.
J-Hope
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Finished his 18-month military service in October 2024, becoming the second BTS member to complete his service. He enlisted for his mandatory military service on April 18, 2023.
Suga
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The lead rapper of the group was exempted from mandatory military service due to a soldier injury and was instead appointed as a social service agent. He began his service on September 22, 2023, and is scheduled to be discharged on June 21, 2025.
RM & V
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RM, the leader of the group, enlisted with band member V on December 11, 2023. They are expected to be discharged on June 6, 2025.
Jimin & Jungkook
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The duo enlisted together on December 12, 2023, and will likely be discharged on June 11, 2025.
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