BTS’ RM: “All Members Have Completed Military Service; Full-Group Comeback Planned for Next Spring”

RM of BTS revealed the group’s future plans during a Weverse live broadcast on the 7th. He emphasized BTS’s determination to continue by stating, “The reason we keep this team together is because we have too much love for each other, as well as love and respect for everyone watching this live stream.” BTS completed the military service of all its members over the past year and this year. Starting with lead member Jin and j-hope, RM, V, Jung Kook, Jimin, and SUGA have all finished their service. Although all members have completed their military duties, BTS is preparing a new album with a release target in next spring. Regarding the preparation status of the new album, RM said, “The album is almost done. We practiced together yesterday as well. We’re also filming content and practicing every day.” He promised fans, “We’ll prepare thoroughly and show it to you.” As of now, BTS is continuing with practice and filming even in December. RM hinted at a reason for deciding not to start promotions in the second half of the year but omitted specific details. Instead, he asked for understanding by saying, “We need some more time,” and apologized, “We’re truly sorry for making you wait so long,” while stressing, “However, we will definitely return. We’ll do our best.” RM also mentioned the importance of members’ personal activities and a normal life. He explained, “If one only lives a life in front of cameras and doesn’t live a real life, what flavor can there be in that person’s songs? Members need to have fun and be ordinary people to create good content.” He added, “We who sing have many flaws and shortcomings, but I believe our ‘chaotic energy’ and various qualities will contribute to what we create.” BTS is putting aside past considerations of team dissolution or suspension of activities and preparing to reunite with fans through a full-group comeback next spring.