The New Year has brought exhilarating news for the global K-pop community: BTS have officially confirmed their long-awaited return to music, with a full-group comeback scheduled for 20 March 2026. The announcement, shared on 1 January 2026 by BigHit Music via its Korean-language X (formerly Twitter) account, instantly ignited celebrations among fans worldwide.
The brief but emphatic message—“March 20th comeback confirmed”—marks the end of a near four-year hiatus for one of the most influential pop acts of the 21st century. For ARMY, BTS’s vast and devoted fanbase, the confirmation represents the culmination of years of anticipation as the group’s seven members completed South Korea’s mandatory military service.
RM, Jin, Suga, j-hope, Jimin, V and Jungkook have been gradually returning to public life since mid-2025. Jungkook, RM, Suga, V and Jimin were officially discharged from military duty in June 2025, shortly after which they reunited with Jin and j-hope in a filmed appearance confirming that a new BTS album and accompanying world tour were already in development. The group also revealed that studio work would begin immediately, signalling a determined and focused return.
Hints of new music had been surfacing for months. In a November update on Weverse, RM raised expectations by sharing that production was progressing smoothly, writing that the “music is coming out really well” and urging fans to look forward to what was coming. Jungkook further heightened excitement in an interview with Elle Korea, describing the upcoming spring as “more important than ever” and expressing heartfelt hopes for fans to enjoy a safe and joyful season.
During their time apart, each member explored individual creative paths, releasing solo albums, collaborations and experimental projects that broadened their artistic range. Industry observers believe these experiences will enrich BTS’s forthcoming group release, potentially ushering in a more mature and expansive musical chapter.
BTS’s legacy, however, needs little embellishment. The group boasts six No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200, including Be (2020) and the anthology Proof (2022), as well as six No. 1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100. Their global dominance was further cemented when they became the first artist in history to win IFPI Global Recording Artist of the Year in consecutive years, claiming the honour in both 2020 and 2021.
With a new album, a global tour, and renewed unity, BTS’s March 2026 comeback is poised to be more than a return—it promises to be a defining moment in modern pop music.
BTS Comeback at a Glance :
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Comeback Date | 20 March 2026 |
| Hiatus Duration | Nearly four years |
| Members | RM, Jin, Suga, j-hope, Jimin, V, Jungkook |
| Military Discharge | June 2025 (final members) |
| Billboard 200 No.1 Albums | 6 |
| Billboard Hot 100 No.1 Singles | 6 |
| IFPI Global Artist Awards | 2020, 2021 |
| Upcoming Plans | New album and world tour |