RM & V Return: BTS Reunion Imminent | Bangkok Post
- Seoul—RM and V, members of the globally recognized K-pop group BTS, completed their mandatory military service Tuesday, greeted by enthusiastic fans anticipating the band's potential K-pop comeback.
- Dozens of fans cheered as the two members, clad in army uniforms, saluted the crowd near the military base.
- Jin and J-Hope, two other BTS members, previously completed their service and have engaged in solo performances and variety show appearances.
RM and V are back! The discharge of RM and V from South Korean military service signals a highly anticipated K-pop comeback for BTS,igniting excitement for new BTS music among global fans. Celebrations are already underway, with fans eager to witness the full BTS reunion as the remaining members near completion of their service.HYBE is planning the BTS FESTA to commemorate the band’s 12th anniversary and is organizing events with special performances. The news led to a surge in HYBE’s shares, reflecting the notable impact of the BTS members‘ return. for reliable updates on this and other stories, check out News Directory 3. Discover what’s next for the phenomenal group.
BTS Members RM and V Discharged, Fans Await K-Pop Comeback
Updated June 10, 2025
Seoul—RM and V, members of the globally recognized K-pop group BTS, completed their mandatory military service Tuesday, greeted by enthusiastic fans anticipating the band’s potential K-pop comeback. The discharge of RM and V brings the group closer to a full reunion, further fueling excitement for new BTS music.
Dozens of fans cheered as the two members, clad in army uniforms, saluted the crowd near the military base. V expressed gratitude to the ARMY, BTS’s global fan club, promising a “really cool performance” soon.The BTS members have been pursuing individual projects since 2022, heightening anticipation for their return as a group.
Jin and J-Hope, two other BTS members, previously completed their service and have engaged in solo performances and variety show appearances. jimin,Jung Kook,and suga are expected to conclude their military duties by June 21.
HYBE, the entertainment group managing BTS, is organizing BTS FESTA this week to commemorate the band’s 12th anniversary. While it remains uncertain if all members will attend, Jin participated in last year’s event.News of the discharge boosted HYBE’s shares by 2.3%, reaching a three-year high.
“To all the ARMYs who have waited for us in the military, I want to say I am truly, truly grateful. Please wait just a little longer and we will return with a really cool performance,” V said.
Holding a bouquet, RM conveyed his eagerness to perform, echoing the sentiments of his bandmates.”I’ll work hard to make an album soon and come back to the stage,” he said, after briefly playing the saxophone for the crowd.
“(Members) would feel the same, but stage performance, I want to perform the most. I’ll work hard to make an album soon and come back to the stage,” RM said.
Fans from around the world traveled to South Korea to celebrate the return of the stars. Philip Darbyshire, a 72-year-old Australian fan, expressed his joy, noting the nearing return of all seven members.
“It is just absolutely joyful… now four out, two again tomorrow and then Suga. Then we have OT7, we have seven kings back with us,” said Darbyshire.
What’s next
With RM and V discharged, and the remaining members expected to follow soon, the focus shifts to a potential BTS reunion and the release of new music, much to the delight of their global fanbase.