South Korean supergroup BTS has officially confirmed a full-group comeback date of March 20, 2026, marking their first new album release in nearly four years. The announcement came from their agency, BigHit Music, on January 1, 2026, ending widespread speculation and excitement within the global fandom known as ARMY. This comeback follows a lengthy hiatus during which all seven members — Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V and Jungkook — completed South Korea’s mandatory military service and pursued solo projects.

In celebration of the New Year, BTS sent handwritten letters to fans with the date “2026.03.20” included, confirming the timing of their return and expressing gratitude for supporters’ patience over the hiatus. Leader RM and other members reflected on reuniting as a group and shared messages of anticipation for the upcoming year. BigHit Music confirmed the date officially shortly after the letters circulated, and has said further details around the new album and promotional plans will be revealed in the coming weeks.

The March 20 comeback will be accompanied by a large-scale world tour, marking BTS’s first full tour as a complete group since 2022. Fans worldwide have responded with enthusiastic reactions following the announcement, as BTS’s return signals a major new era for the band and their activities in 2026.

This update follows months of rising anticipation, including hints dropped during a Weverse livestream and the mysterious New Year postcards sent to ARMY members, which fueled speculation about a spring return before BigHit’s formal confirmation.