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BTS is dropping new music in march — and heading out on tour

This marks the K-pop band's first studio album since 2020’s 'Be'

BTS is dropping new music in march — and heading out on tour

BTS members Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook are ready to tour.

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By Cheyenne RoundtreeJan 02, 2026
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BTS is returning from a multi-year hiatus with a new album followed by a world tour, according to Reuters.

“March 20 Comeback Confirmed,” the K-pop group’s agency Big Hit Music said in a post Thursday, marking the boy band’s first studio album since 2020’s Be.

Before the official confirmation, the seven members teased their return in handwritten notes sent to some special fans to celebrate the New Year. In the messages, they hinted at being reunited soon with their loyal ARMY fanbase, cryptically writing the date March 20, 2026.

“We’ve waited more earnestly than anyone else,” RM wrote. “The year we’ve been waiting for has finally arrived,” Jimin added. “In 2026, we’ll make even more good memories, so look forward to it!” V said.

The band has been back in the studio together working since July, promising an album that will “reflect each member’s thoughts and ideas.”

“We’re approaching the album with the same mindset we had when we first started,” BTS said in a statement last year. “We’re also planning a world tour alongside the new album. We’ll be visiting fans all around the world, so we hope you’re as excited as we are.”

In the time since their break, the members of BTS completed South Korea’s mandatory military service and pursued solo projects. Jimin and Jung Kook teamed up for the Disney+ series Are You Sure?!, with the second season airing in December; Jin premiered a concert film about his debut solo tour last month; and V was tapped to be the first brand ambassador for Korean beauty brand, TIRTIR.

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