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After nearly three years of anticipation, BTS is officially preparing to make their long-awaited return to the music scene. The group’s leader, RM (Kim Namjoon), has finally confirmed that the band’s next album is slated for release at the end of March 2026, marking a monumental moment in global pop culture.
RM revealed the news while attending W Korea’s “Love Your W” Breast Cancer Awareness event in Seoul on October 15, 2025, alongside fellow members J-Hope and V. His casual yet revealing remarks have sent the global fanbase, known as ARMY, into an emotional frenzy as the countdown to BTS’s comeback officially begins.
RM Confirms BTS’s Comeback Timeline
During the event, RM responded to media questions about BTS’s upcoming plans, delivering the first concrete update since the group went on hiatus. He shared that BTS will soon start full-fledged preparations for their next album — including recording music, filming jacket (cover) photos, and shooting the music video.
The 29-year-old leader then dropped the biggest reveal of the evening:
“Please look forward to it at the end of March next year.”
That single line was all it took for ARMYs across the world to go wild online. For the first time, BTS’s spring 2026 comeback had a specific timeframe, giving fans a clear idea of when the global superstars will reunite on stage.
Behind the Scenes: How BTS Is Preparing for the Comeback
RM elaborated further, explaining that BTS’s production plans are already underway. “We’ll be preparing the album, filming the jacket photos, and shooting the actual music video,” he said, confirming that group activities are resuming in full force.
He also mentioned that he’s personally focusing on improving his dance skills ahead of the comeback. Known affectionately by fans as the “Spoiler King,” RM joked that ARMYs will soon get to see his progress.
At that moment, J-Hope — BTS’s dance maestro — teased him, asking, “Do you want to practice dancing right now?” RM laughed and replied, “I’ll start tomorrow!” before adding, “Fans can check out my moves at the end of March next year.”
V lightened the mood further by playfully dancing beside them, while J-Hope cheered RM on. The trio’s camaraderie reminded fans why they’ve missed seeing BTS together so much.
Meanwhile, Jungkook, who wasn’t present at the event, showed his support from afar. During another artist’s livestream, he dropped the heartfelt comment, “Love you dude.”
[NEWS] #V, #RM and #JHOPE at W Korea’s 20th Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign: Love Your W pic.twitter.com/VpasHHvzzz— BTS Charts Daily (@btschartsdailyc) October 15, 2025
The Event That Sparked the Biggest BTS Spoiler of the Year
RM’s remarks came during a lighthearted red carpet conversation at W Korea’s Love Your W Breast Cancer Awareness event, which took an unexpected turn into breaking news for fans.
When asked about BTS’s end-of-year schedule, RM responded with a smile:
“We’re still preparing the album and filming the music video.”
His answer alone was enough to excite fans — but what followed was an unintentional spoiler that confirmed what millions had been hoping for: the BTS comeback in March 2026.
RM’s playful exchange with J-Hope, where he admitted to practicing dance moves and casually said, “Anyway, please look forward to it at the end of March next year,” sent social media into meltdown. Within minutes, hashtags like #BTSIsComing, #RM, and #March2026 began trending worldwide.
Fans React: “Namjoon Is the Spoiler King!”
ARMYs flooded social media platforms, especially X (formerly Twitter), celebrating the long-awaited confirmation.
One fan wrote:
“Jimin kept the secret his entire life, and it took RM three minutes to spill it!”
Another joked, “Did Namjoon just unintentionally drop the biggest spoiler of 2025?” while another added, “So so excited and emotional, really. Thank you, BTS. Love you forever!”
The fandom also began speculating about the group’s potential sound and theme for the new era, with one user declaring, “I smell banger summer anthems already.”
A Timeline of BTS’s Comeback Journey
BTS’s upcoming album holds historic significance — it will be their first full-group comeback since 2022, and their first project after all members completed mandatory military service.
Here’s a quick timeline of the group’s journey leading up to this moment:
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June 2024: Jin, the eldest member, becomes the first BTS member discharged from the military.
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October 2024: J-Hope completes his service.
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June 2025: RM, V, Jimin, and Jungkook conclude their enlistments.
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June 21, 2025: SUGA officially completes his social service duties.
Just weeks after their reunion, all seven members — RM, Jin, SUGA, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook — appeared together on a surprise Weverse livestream on July 1, 2025. During the live, they confirmed that their next album and world tour would take place in the first half of 2026, officially signaling the start of their comeback preparations.
Since then, reports suggest that BTS has been working on new music in the USA, focusing on crafting songs that reflect their growth and unity after years apart.
What RM’s “March 2026” Hint Really Means
While HYBE and BigHit Music have yet to release an official statement, RM’s comments align perfectly with the group’s previously shared plans. His mention of “the end of March” strongly hints that the comeback album, and possibly a world tour, will kick off around that time.
Music industry insiders have also pointed out that BTS’s promotional cycle traditionally begins with teaser photos and concept videos released weeks before the album. If that pattern continues, fans might start seeing BTS’s first teasers by February 2026.
Given how RM phrased it — “Please look forward to it at the end of March next year” — it’s likely that BTS’s comeback will include an album release, a new music video, and possibly the announcement of live performances.
BTS’s Spring 2026 Comeback: Why It’s So Significant
The Spring 2026 comeback will mark a major milestone for BTS, both emotionally and historically. It will be the first time in nearly four years that all seven members perform together as a full group.
Fans see this era as the beginning of BTS 2.0, where the group reclaims the global stage after their military service and solo ventures.
Since their last group release, Proof (2022), members have explored solo careers, with RM’s Indigo, Jimin’s FACE, SUGA’s D-Day, Jungkook’s Golden, and V’s Layover receiving international acclaim. Their return as a group is expected to merge these individual artistic evolutions into a bold new sound.
BTS World Tour 2026: What We Know So Far
Adding to the excitement, Korean media outlets have reported that BTS is planning a massive world tour following their album release in 2026.
The tour is expected to span Asia, Europe, and North America, potentially drawing millions of fans. Analysts predict it could become one of the biggest and most profitable tours in BTS history, generating record-breaking ticket sales and boosting HYBE’s global reach.
For fans, this tour will be more than just a series of concerts — it represents a long-awaited reunion between BTS and ARMY, a celebration of resilience, unity, and love after years apart.
BTS’s Next Chapter Begins
From a casual red-carpet spoiler to a worldwide trending moment, RM’s offhand remark has reignited the flame of excitement across the fandom.
With music production, choreography training, and visual shoots already in progress, the countdown to March 2026 has officially begun.
While the group’s management hasn’t yet issued an official press release, RM’s confirmation serves as the clearest indicator yet that BTS is gearing up for their grand return.
As ARMYs mark their calendars, anticipation continues to build — not just for the new album, but for the symbolic reunion of seven artists who changed the face of global music.
“Fans can check out my moves at the end of March next year,” RM had said with a grin — and those few words have now become the most exciting promise of 2026.
With inputs from agencies
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