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BTS’s J-Hope Hints at a 2025 Reunion With The Group After Enlistment
Updated on: 29 April, 2025 12:05 PM IST |Amruta Karulkar
J-hope of BTS
The anticipation surrounding the return of the global K-pop superstars BTS is palpable. While the group paused activities for mandatory military service, the wait is nearing its end. Jin completed his service in June 2024, followed shortly by J-Hope. Now, fans eagerly await June 2025, when RM, Suga, V, Jimin, and Jungkook are set to finish their enlistments.
J-Hope, for instance, recently concluded his successful North American tour, "Hope on the Stage," captivating audiences with solo hits like “MORE” and “Daydream.” Yet, a unique excitement filled the arenas when he performed iconic BTS tracks like “Mic Drop,” highlighting the irreplaceable synergy the seven members create together – the very energy that propelled them to global dominance.
The members have certainly evolved. RM explored existential hip-hop, Jin embraced pop ballads, Suga focused on sharp rap and production, J-Hope delved into old-school hip-hop, V explored jazz and R&B, Jimin experimented with electronica-pop, and Jungkook delivered catchy, radio-ready hits.
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J-Hope confirmed the members are just as eager as their fans, known as ARMY, for the reunion. “I look forward to June when our members will have completed their service,” he stated. Crucially, he revealed their immediate plans post-service: “We will quickly get together and talk about what BTS can do in the future. I think it’s going to be a massive energy.”
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However, HYBE CEO Lee Jae Sang indicated that preparation time will be necessary before activities resume, allowing the members to deliberate on their future direction. This might mean new music isn`t immediate in 2025, but it ensures a thoughtful return. As RM previously reflected, after achieving immense success, the core focus returns to "the music.”
The stage is set for a highly anticipated reunion. With individual growth fuelling their return, the next chapter for BTS promises to be powerful, driven by renewed energy and a shared vision for the future.
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Navigating the Hiatus: Solo Successes and Group Energy
Though BTS hasn`t released music as a full group since 2020`s Be, their presence has remained strong. Each member pursued solo projects, showcasing their individual colours and musical styles.J-Hope, for instance, recently concluded his successful North American tour, "Hope on the Stage," captivating audiences with solo hits like “MORE” and “Daydream.” Yet, a unique excitement filled the arenas when he performed iconic BTS tracks like “Mic Drop,” highlighting the irreplaceable synergy the seven members create together – the very energy that propelled them to global dominance.
The members have certainly evolved. RM explored existential hip-hop, Jin embraced pop ballads, Suga focused on sharp rap and production, J-Hope delved into old-school hip-hop, V explored jazz and R&B, Jimin experimented with electronica-pop, and Jungkook delivered catchy, radio-ready hits.
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J-Hope on BTS`s Future
In a revealing interview on Apple Music 1`s The Zane Lowe Show, J-Hope shared his thoughts on the group`s next chapter. “I think that over time, we each refined our unique identities as each of us works on their own music, comes out with their solo projects and does their own thing,” he explained. “The funny thing for me is when our identities, which have taken shape in various ways, come together as BTS, I`m curious to see what it`ll look like.”J-Hope confirmed the members are just as eager as their fans, known as ARMY, for the reunion. “I look forward to June when our members will have completed their service,” he stated. Crucially, he revealed their immediate plans post-service: “We will quickly get together and talk about what BTS can do in the future. I think it’s going to be a massive energy.”
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However, HYBE CEO Lee Jae Sang indicated that preparation time will be necessary before activities resume, allowing the members to deliberate on their future direction. This might mean new music isn`t immediate in 2025, but it ensures a thoughtful return. As RM previously reflected, after achieving immense success, the core focus returns to "the music.”
The stage is set for a highly anticipated reunion. With individual growth fuelling their return, the next chapter for BTS promises to be powerful, driven by renewed energy and a shared vision for the future.
Also Read: HYBE Confirms BTS’ 2026 Comeback as Members Complete 60 Percent Military Service
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