Fans of BTS can finally start counting down the days. After nearly four years without a full group release, the seven-member K-pop sensation has officially confirmed a brand new album. The news has sparked excitement worldwide, with ARMY already gearing up for the big comeback.
The wait has been long, but BTS has remained active during the hiatus. Between solo projects and individual endeavors, RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook have continued to experiment with their music while keeping the bond with fans alive. Yet nothing compares to the anticipation of a full group reunion.
The announcement was delivered in a personal and thoughtful way. BTS sent handwritten letters to select members of their official fan club, BTS ARMY. Each letter included a membership card revealing the release date of the album, March 20, 2026. Fans quickly shared the news online, creating waves across social media and K-pop communities.
BTS confirms new album release and return to music
In the letters, RM wrote in Korean that he had been “waiting for (this comeback) more than anyone else,” while Jimin shared, “the year we’ve been waiting for has finally arrived.” The messages highlight just how meaningful this album is for both the members and their global fan base.
Media outlets in South Korea, along with Variety, have independently confirmed the announcement, signaling that BTS is officially preparing to release new music as a unit. This news comes after the group’s last full album, Proof, released in June 2022, before the members began fulfilling their mandatory military service in South Korea.
Even during the hiatus, the group remained visible. Each member pursued solo music projects and collaborated with other artists, keeping the essence of BTS alive in the public eye. Fans have been patient, waiting for the moment the group would come together again.
Gold membership armys recieved handwritten letters from bts with a date on it?!? bts said the announcement better go to armys first like through mail with handwritten letters, THIS IS LOVE 😭 pic.twitter.com/eS7hpyH8U5
— ⁷ bts year ²⁰²⁶ (@Inmagicshop___) December 31, 2025
The sense of a reunion began to build in July 2025 when BTS held a group livestream for the first time in nearly three years. During the broadcast, the members confirmed that new music was in progress, though no specific release date was provided at the time.
Now, with March 20 officially marked on the calendar, the global K-pop community is buzzing with excitement. Fans are ready to celebrate the return of BTS as a full group, marking a new chapter in the careers of one of the most influential bands in modern music. The album promises to be a major event in the world of rap, hip hop, and pop culture worldwide.