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News18
02-07-2025
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BTS ARMY Floods Social Media As OT7 Confirms 2026 Reunion: ‘There Are Tears In My Eyes'
Last Updated: BTS began their military hiatus in late 2022, when Jin enlisted first. He was followed by J-Hope, then Suga, RM, V, Jungkook, and Jimin. BTS has officially confirmed their reunion plans, and the BTS ARMY can't hold back their joy. The seven-member global phenomenon will return with a new group album and world tour in 2026, marking their first full-group activity since BE in 2020. The announcement was made earlier this week through a livestream on WeVerse, where all seven members — RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook — appeared together. The moment instantly sent shockwaves through the fandom, as fans around the world took to social media to express their happiness, relief, and disbelief. Twitter exploded with emotional posts. @_luvkookie wrote, 'bts in the same they're real we saw them together again.. like this is not a dream.. they're back… they're gonna prepare an album.. then a world tour.. next year it's so gonna be full.. WE ARE SO BACK LETSGOO." Another user, @hueningiemoa, added: 'bts are really reunited now there are tears in my eyes." BTS IS COMINGCONTACT CONCEPT PHOTOPERMISSION TO DANCE LIVE ALBUM #BTS #방탄소년단 #PTD_ON_STAGE_LIVE — hope⁷ (@winnttaebear) July 2, 2025 Some described the reunion as healing. 'btsreunion month healed me fr," tweeted @bts_jinergy07. On Instagram, fans were equally moved. A popular fan account, @.goldenmaknae., shared, 'Omg! Omg! I am crying out of happiness first 2025 OT7 reunion pic & entire live. My boys are so back." The WeVerse announcement was particularly touching, as the group confirmed: 'We'll be releasing a new BTS album in the spring of next year. Starting in July, all seven of us will begin working closely together on new music… We're also planning a world tour alongside the new album. We'll be visiting fans all around the world, so we hope you're as excited as we are." The reunion marks the end of a significant chapter. BTS began their military hiatus in late 2022, when Jin enlisted first. He was followed by J-Hope, then Suga, RM, V, Jungkook, and Jimin. As of late June 2025, all seven members have completed their mandatory military service in South Korea. J-Hope, in an interview with Rolling Stone, reflected on his enlistment: 'The thoughts I had during those times have become an inseparable part of me… Ultimately, they have influenced the stories I tell, the music I aspire to create." With OT7 finally reunited, ARMY is now counting down to 2026 which promises to be filled with music, memories and milestones. First Published: July 02, 2025, 23:06 IST
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
BTS Army Celebrate Group's Reunion: ‘There Are Tears in My Eyes'
BTS have confirmed plans to officially return in 2026 and fans are delighted. Earlier this week, the seven-piece supergroup announced the first BTS studio album since Be, which arrived in 2020, as well as the follow-up to their Permission to Dance On Stage Tour. Since the announcement, which took place in a collective WeVerse stream, the BTS Army has been celebrating the news on social media. Many fans have shared deep emotions about the reunion, which comes after all of the members completed their mandatory military service in South Korea. More from Rolling Stone BTS Confirm 2026 Reunion With New Music and Tour BTS Army Documentary 'Forever We Are Young' Sets Theatrical Release Date BTS' Suga Pens Message to Fans as Military Service Officially Ends: 'I Really Missed You' In sheer shock, @_luvkookie wrote: 'bts in the same they're real we saw them together again.. like this is not a dream.. they're back… they're gonna prepare an album.. then a world tour.. next year it's so gonna be full.. WE ARE SO BACK LETSGOO.' Meanwhile, @hueningiemoa gushed: 'bts are really reunited now there are tears in my eyes.' Other fans marked the reunion by sharing how restorative the moment was, with one fan, @bts_jinergy07 declaring: 'btsreunion month healed me fr' 'This BTS reunion picture is giving me all the feels!' celebrated @UarmyUniversx_7, in a repost of a screenshot from the reunion video. 'When the members went to serve, I was like What am I going to do now now as they are a big part of my life. But now that they're all back together, my heart is full.' Fans on Instagram also celebrated, the moment with fan account @.goldenmaknae. writing: 'Omg! Omg! I am crying out of happiness first 2025 OT7 reunion pic & entire live. My boys are so back.' Countless others expressed their relief for not missing out on the long-awaited reunion, with @armyworld0077 reposting a reunion photo an echoing the sentiment of many: 'The BTS reunion we've been waiting for.' The news was unexpected for fans, but seems like the next big step in BTS' career. 'We'll be releasing a new BTS album in the spring of next year. Starting in July, all seven of us will begin working closely together on new music,' the group shared. 'Since it will be a group album, it will reflect each member's thoughts and ideas. We're approaching the album with the same mindset we had when we first started … We're also planning a world tour alongside the new album. We'll be visiting fans all around the world, so we hope you're as excited as we are.' In March 2022, BTS announced an extended hiatus, which made time for V, Suga, Jin, Jungkook, RM, Jimin, and J-Hope to complete their mandatory military service in South Korea and pursue solo endeavors as musicians. Jin was the first to enlist in December 2022 and the first to be discharged last June. A few months later, J-hope was discharged as well, telling Rolling Stone that the time away was 'invaluable.' He said, 'The thoughts I had during those times have become an inseparable part of me, nurturing and shaping who I am today. Ultimately, they have influenced the stories I tell, the music I aspire to create.' In early June 2025, RM and V completed their service, followed by Jungkook and Jimin. Suga was discharged just a few days later. Best of Rolling Stone Sly and the Family Stone: 20 Essential Songs The 50 Greatest Eminem Songs All 274 of Taylor Swift's Songs, Ranked


News18
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
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BTS' V Teases A Massive Post-Military Project; ARMY Says It's Squid Game 3
Last Updated: BTS' V teased a big post-military project during his WeVerse live. Fans suspect he's joining Squid Game 3, but he's keeping it a mystery. BTS member Kim Taehyung, popularly known as V, has sent the internet into overdrive with hints about his upcoming project following his military discharge. The singer, who recently completed his service, went live on WeVerse and teased something 'huge" coming up, without revealing any names, but fans think they've cracked the code. V said during the live, 'This is probably… Maybe if we wait a little longer, I think it'll come out. But it's not really a big deal. Oh, but to me, it's actually a huge deal." His cryptic words were enough to send ARMYs into detective mode. The most popular theory? That V might be part of Netflix's Squid Game franchise, possibly even the upcoming Squid Game 3. If he appears in Squid Game tomorrow… I think everyone will lose their minds😭🛐❤️ #SquidGameS3 #V — Diana, ????????ꪜ girl (Taylor's Version)✨ (@thVscenery_95) June 26, 2025 Squid Game Season 3 is going to be released tomorrow‼️Even the thought of possibly seeing Taehyung in the series makes me die from verve and excitement.I would say there is a 40% chance that he might be in it. — Stigma★ (@nxtarrv) June 26, 2025 The speculation isn't new. During BTS' Permission to Dance on Stage concert, V surprised fans by donning a guard costume reminiscent of Squid Game complete with a mask he removed dramatically. Many took it as an Easter egg hinting at a future collaboration. The buzz gained momentum when Squid Game actors Lee Jung-jae (Player 456) and Wi Ha-joon (Jun-ho) were asked about V's involvement during an interview with BuzzFeed UK in January. While neither confirmed anything, their silence only added fuel to the fire. Jung-jae said, 'I can't say anything about that," while Ha-joon added, 'No comment." Meanwhile, the final season of Squid Game is all set to premiere this Friday on Netflix. Its creator Hwang Dong-hyuk has already teased that the show will not have a 'happy ending", heightening curiosity even further. If V does make an appearance, it would mark his official acting debut in a major global series, a monumental crossover for both K-drama fans and ARMYs. V has previously expressed his love for the show, calling himself a fan. And although he's chosen to remain tight-lipped for now, his live has certainly reignited hope that he may step into a dramatic, dystopian world next. First Published:


News18
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
BTS Reunion 2025: Why SUGA Served As Social Worker While Others Joined Combat Duty In Military
Last Updated: With SUGA's return imminent and March 2026 firmly on the horizon, ARMY can finally look forward to seeing BTS reunited on stage once again. BTS fans around the world are preparing for SUGA's military discharge, marking the end of an era and setting the stage for BTS' highly anticipated comeback. Following Jin, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook, SUGA is now the final member of BTS to complete his mandatory military service. In a post shared on WeVerse, BTS' label Big Hit Music announced, 'We are excited to bring you the news of SUGA's upcoming Social Work discharge. SUGA is close to completing his service as a Social Work Personnel and will soon be discharged." The label also urged fans to refrain from visiting the discharge site, citing safety concerns, and encouraged them to send their support through heartfelt messages instead. 'No special events are planned on the day of SUGA's discharge. Overcrowding can pose safety risks, and we sincerely request our fans not to visit the sites in person," Big Hit stated. 'Please convey your warm regards and encouragement in your hearts." Due to ongoing health concerns, including surgeries on his shoulder and ear, Suga was reportedly deemed 'unfit for regular combat duty" and was assigned a less physically demanding role in the South Korean military. Rather than serving on the front lines in the event of a conflict, he contributed in an alternative capacity. Following the conclusion of his Agust D world tour on August 7, 2023, Suga officially began his mandatory military service as a social service agent on September 22, 2023. This announcement comes hot on the heels of multiple reports indicating BTS is planning a full group comeback in March 2026. The Korea Herald cited a HYBE official confirming the timeline, which would mark almost four years since the group announced a hiatus to fulfill military obligations and focus on solo projects. J-Hope, who completed his service in October 2024, reflected on the transformative journey in an interview with Rolling Stone: 'The thoughts I had during those times have become an inseparable part of me… They have influenced the stories I tell, the music I aspire to create." As excitement builds, longtime BTS producer Pdogg spoke about the process behind the group's music. 'I communicate directly with the members as their tracks and albums often center around their personal stories," he told Rolling Stone. 'I spend a lot of time talking to each member and communicating about what they're thinking." However, producer Slow Rabbit, a regular collaborator, confirmed he won't be involved in the upcoming BTS album. 'I am also looking forward to BTS' comeback, but I will be focusing on my role as the main producer for TOMORROW X TOGETHER," he said. With SUGA's return imminent and March 2026 firmly on the horizon, ARMY can finally look forward to seeing BTS reunited on stage once again. First Published:


News18
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
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Jungkook Apologises For Wearing 'Make Tokyo Great Again' Cap At BTS Festa: 'I Was Careless'
Last Updated: The slogan has also been adopted in Japan by political figures like Tokyo Governor Koike Yuriko, often used in the context of nationalism and reportedly anti-Korean sentiments. BTS' Jungkook sparked backlash after being spotted in a controversial cap during rehearsals for the 2025 BTS Festa. The black hat featured the phrase 'Make Tokyo Great Again" – a slogan that echoes Donald Trump's 2016 campaign line 'Make America Great Again." The slogan has also been adopted in Japan by political figures like Tokyo Governor Koike Yuriko, often used in the context of nationalism and reportedly anti-Korean sentiments. Given the sensitive political implications, the hat's appearance on Jungkook stirred immediate criticism, particularly among Korean netizens who felt the phrase was offensive and careless. The phrase's historical and political baggage has made it controversial in both Western and Asian contexts. BTS Jungkook seen wearing a 'Make Tokyo Great Again' cap — pannchoa (@pannchoa) June 13, 2025 Following the online outrage, Jungkook took to WeVerse to issue a heartfelt apology. 'Hello, this is Jung Kook," he began. 'I feel heavy to write this after meeting you after a long time. I sincerely apologize for the disappointment and inconvenience caused to many people by the phrase on the hat I wore during rehearsals today." He further acknowledged his mistake, stating, 'I take it seriously that I have been disappointed and hurt by my lack of wearing it without fully confirming the historical and political meaning of the phrase. There is no excuse. I wasn't good enough; I was careless." i respect jungkook for handling it so maturely, the fact that he didn't even wait for a statement but he addressed it HIMSELF, apologized and let it stop here rather than letting it escalate from people assuming anything from wearing the hat, he's always so sincere and genuine. — i love 정국♡⁷ (@giantpopjeon) June 13, 2025 Jungkook added that the hat was immediately disposed of and promised to be more mindful going forward: 'From now on, I will think more deeply and act one by one. I will humbly accept both the criticism and criticism of my mistake. Once again, I'm sorry." The apology was met with a mix of relief and understanding from ARMYs, with many praising Jungkook for his prompt and sincere response. Meanwhile, Jungkook's return to the stage after completing his military service created massive buzz. He joined J-Hope and Jin during the Hope On The Stage finale, creating a mini BTS reunion that left fans emotional. Adding to the excitement was Jungkook's vibrant new look as fans noticed a fresh chest tattoo peeking through his outfit. The visible ink quickly became a trending topic online, as ARMYs reacted with enthusiasm and surprise. First Published: June 13, 2025, 23:29 IST