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The BTS fans are excited to hear that their long awaited BTS members are set to return from the military in 2025. However, fans have to wait a little longer as HYBE CEO Lee Jae Sang provided an important update regarding the group’s comeback timeline. WIth five BTS members Suga, RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook, are currently on their mandatory military service, the agency clarified that their discharge is expected in June 2025, the process of reuniting and making new music will take time.
On March 31, HYBE CEO Lee Jae Sang, at a press conference in Mapo-gu, Seoul addressed the rumours surrounding BTS’ return. Koreaboo quoted him saying, “The BTS members are set to complete their military service by the end of the first half of this year, and they will need time for preparation and production before resuming activities.” He further said that, “The company is also preparing by discussing with top-tier composers, but the artists (BTS members) themselves need time for deliberation and preparation.
He further explained that the comeback for BTS is not just releasing new songs but involves extensive planning. The CEO said, “Typically, the process involves working on songs, releasing an album, and then going on tour. However, since BTS has already risen to the level of global top artists, they are continuously discussing their vision and their ‘next’ phase.
It is necessary to consider and align with this direction carefully. The BTS members, consisting of RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook, have been on a hiatus as a group since June 2022 to focus on solo projects and fulfill their military duties. RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook all enlisted together in December 2023 and will complete their service in June 2025.
Each member kept fans interested with solo efforts before leaving. While continuing his work with international fashion firms like Celine and Cartier, V made his debut with Layover, Jimin dropped Face, and RM released Indigo. With Golden and his number-one singles Seven and 3D, Jungkook caused a stir.
BTS has officially announced a group hiatus on June 14, 2022, during their annual Festa dinner. Now, as 2025 approaches, HYBE is preparing for the group’s grand return, but the timeline remains uncertain..
