BTS confirm return as full group, new album release date and world tour

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BTS have officially confirmed their return for 2026 with plans for a new album and world tour.

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“March 20 comeback confirmed,” the K-pop group’s agency Big Hit Music said in a new post on X, marking their first studio album since 2020’s ‘Be’ and their first record since their anthology LP ‘Proof’ was released in 2022.

Ahead of the official confirmation, all seven members teased their return in handwritten notes sent to their fansbase 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.