Let’s be real, ARMY. We’ve been counting down the days, and finally, the light at the end of the military service tunnel is here. According to The Korea Herald (and basically every K-pop stan account on Twitter), BTS is officially gearing up for their full-group comeback in March 2026. That’s right—RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook are reuniting, and the global music industry better brace itself.
Now, before we all lose our collective minds, let’s break this down—because Variety dropped some juicy details, and HYBE’s strategy here is fascinating.
The Official Timeline: March 2026 (Mark Your Calendars)
First, the facts:
- Suga is the last member to complete his military service (he’s done this Saturday).
- HYBE’s CEO, Lee Jae-sang, has been hinting at this comeback for months, telling shareholders earlier this year that the group would need time to “prepare and create” post-military.
- A HYBE insider confirmed to The Korea Herald that March 2026 is locked in—which means we’re looking at about eight months of studio time, rehearsals, and (probably) a lot of spoilers from the members themselves.
But here’s where it gets really interesting…
HYBE’s Master Plan: BTS & TXT Combo Attack?
So, Variety’s report mentions something sneaky: BTS’ comeback might be synced up with Tomorrow X Together (TXT).
Yep. HYBE’s two biggest boy groups dropping new music in the same month? That’s not just a power move—that’s genius marketing.
- One source told The Korea Herald: “I heard BTS is returning in the same month as their brother group TXT. It could be BTS first, then TXT—or the other way around.”
- Meanwhile, Enhypen (another HYBE group) was planning a March comeback but shifted to January to avoid the BTS storm. Smart move.
This tells us two things:
- HYBE knows exactly how to dominate the charts. Dropping BTS and TXT back-to-back means ARMYs and MOAs (TXT’s fandom) will be in a constant streaming frenzy.
- They’re not rushing BTS. The members have been out of the military, but they’re taking their time to craft something big—no rushed comebacks here.
But Wait—What About Jin’s Solo Tour?
Here’s the one wild card in HYBE’s plan: Jin’s massive solo tour.
The eldest BTS member is kicking off his “Runseokjin_EP.Tour” in late June, with 18 shows across nine cities (including the U.S., Japan, London, and Amsterdam). That means he’ll be busy until August 10—which leaves just seven months before the group comeback.
Now, Jin’s obviously a pro, and HYBE wouldn’t schedule this if they didn’t think he could handle it. But it does make you wonder:
- Will the tour give us hints about BTS’ new sound?
- Are the other members working on music behind the scenes while he’s touring?
- Or is HYBE just making sure Jin gets his solo moment before the group takes over again?
Either way, this tour is gonna be emotional—imagine Jin performing solo, knowing ARMY is this close to having all seven back together.
What Can We Expect from the Comeback?
Okay, let’s speculate (because that’s half the fun).
BTS’ last group release was 2022’s Proof—an anthology album that felt like both a celebration and a “see you later.” Since then, we’ve gotten insane solo projects (Jungkook’s Golden, Jimin’s FACE, V’s Layover, etc.), but the group dynamic has been missed.
So, what’s next?
- A full album? Probably. HYBE isn’t gonna waste this comeback on a single.
- A world tour? Almost definitely. BTS’ last tour was cut short by the pandemic, and they’ve got years of pent-up energy.
- A new sound? Maybe. Military service changes people—will their music reflect that?
One thing’s for sure: This is a reset for BTS. They’re not just returning as K-pop idols; they’re returning as veterans (literally), global icons, and artists who’ve had years to reflect on their next move.
The K-Pop World Isn’t Ready (?)
BTS’ hiatus was necessary—for the members, for their artistry, and honestly, for the rest of the industry to try and keep up. But now?
- Spotify records are about to be shattered.
- HYBE’s stock is gonna skyrocket.
- And ARMY? We’re gonna lose our damn minds.
March 2026 can’t come soon enough.
What do you think? Will this be BTS’ biggest era yet? Or are you still recovering from Jungkook’s “Golden” era?
Adreena is a writer from Nagano, Japan, but is now residing in Singapore. She mostly writes music news and reviews, but in her spare time, she likes writing fiction and poems.