BTS set to return in 2026: A reunion filled with nostalgia and excitement
BTS set to return in 2026 and the entire ARMY fandom is holding its breath. As the seven members officially reunite after completing their military service, the group has confirmed a brand-new group album and an upcoming world tour. While the news itself feels like a celebration, J-Hope’s recent reflections have brought an emotional twist to the announcement.
In a recent Teen Vogue interview, J-Hope shared a deeply personal memory from his early trainee days, offering a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse of life before fame. “It was December 24, 2010, my first day as a trainee. I arrived in Seoul, walked into the dorm, and expected everything to be clean and organized. But it was actually messy,” he laughed. “Still, it felt real. That’s when it hit me this is where my life starts.”
J-Hope’s candid moments: From dance lessons to dorm rules
What made his first day memorable wasn’t music or practice it was tidying up the dorm. “Before starting anything, you need to get your space in order. So, I just cleaned everything,” he added.BTS set to return in 2026
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He also reflected on the group’s dynamics in those early days. “I was a dancer, so naturally, I started teaching some of them to dance. But it wasn’t just about moves. When Jung Kook first joined, I showed him the house rules. With Jimin, I met him at the bus stop and we talked about what it’s like to be a trainee. Jin was older, so I didn’t feel right teaching him anything. And with Namjoon and Yoongi, I actually learned from them,” J-Hope shared.
It’s this humility and camaraderie that fans believe laid the foundation for BTS’s bond — something that clearly still exists after all these years.
BTS gears up for 2026: Album prep starts soon
With BTS set to return in 2026, the group has confirmed exciting plans ahead. In a recent Weverse live, the members shared that they will start working on a new album this July, and it will be released in spring next year. The upcoming project is said to reflect the thoughts, creativity, and ideas of all seven members similar to the early days of BTS.
This time, however, the group isn’t just stopping at music. A world tour is in the works, marking their first full tour since 2022’s Yet to Come concert in Busan. “We’ll be visiting fans all over the world. We’re as excited as you are,” RM said.
A journey four years in the making
The band’s return comes nearly four years after their last group album, Proof. With all members now discharged from their mandatory military service J-Hope, Jin, RM, Suga, V, Jimin, and Jung Kook this will be their first full reunion since then. The members joked about the long wait, with RM saying, “That’s enough time for four people to finish their military service.”
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While some fans hoped for solo activities, BTS clarified that both group and individual work would continue. Suga added, “It doesn’t feel real yet. The market has changed a lot. But we’ll do our best to stay connected.”
The announcement also follows the release of Permission to Dance On Stage – Live, BTS’s first live album featuring hits like Dynamite and Butter. The album features 22 tracks recorded during their 2021–2022 world tour.
Final thoughts
As BTS set to return in 2026 with a fresh album and an ambitious world tour, the excitement within the fandom is stronger than ever. J-Hope’s emotional trip down memory lane reminds fans just how far the group has come from cleaning messy dorms to performing in sold-out stadiums. With their bond stronger than ever and ARMY by their side, BTS is ready to take over the world again.
