Following BTS’ hiatus from group activities in June 2022, the members have been focused on their solo ventures. But despite these series of individual releases, ARMYs couldn’t help but miss seeing the seven members together.
On August 12, RM held a livestream wherein he opened up about BTS reconvening as a full group, as well as his thoughts on their hiatus and solo activities.
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— lex⁷ (@prodK0YA) August 12, 2023
RM’s statement came after he read a heartfelt letter from a fan who expressed how BTS meant a lot to them. In their message, the ARMY also shared how they’ll patiently wait for 2025 to see the group as a whole again.
In response, the BTS leader assured the group’s supporters that the members are also looking forward to them reuniting.
“What I’m thinking these days when I’m doing my solo projects is, this is just like a vacation to get back to where I was,” he said. “Which is BTS and ARMY. So all this solo (work) is just a journey.”
But RM also emphasized the significance of these individual ventures. “It is a very important journey for chapter two. But it’s a journey to get back home safe. And eventually, we’ll get back and reunite together in 2025.
“This is just a vacation to get back to where I was, which is BTS and ARMY. So all the solo projects are just a journey, but an important journey for Chapter 2. A journey to get back home safe eventually, when we get back and reunite together in 2025.” – Kim Namjoon, 120823
— bethany erin⁷✨ (@ErinBrownWrites) August 12, 2023
BTS’ love for ARMYs
RM also took the opportunity to convey how BTS never took their fans’ support and love for granted. He added that even with their solo ventures, ARMYs are always put into consideration.
“I hope our songs and solo projects could be another reminder to you guys of how important ARMY was has been, and will be in our lives at the same time,” he said.
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— lex⁷ (@prodK0YA) August 12, 2023
The rapper continued that all the other BTS members are also deeply appreciative of their dedicated throng of supporters.
“This is a greatness of love. When I face this kind of love, I feel like it’s irresistible. And that’s what makes me go through all those trials and hardships and shits happening in life,” RM added.
What the BTS members have been up to
Since June 2022, all seven members of BTS have had their solo releases.
Jin released his single “The Astronaut” in October 2022, while RM released his solo album Indigo in December 2022.
Meanwhile, Jimin featured on BIGBANG Taeyang’s “Vibe” and released his solo debut album Face in March 2023.
On the other hand, Suga started his web talk show Suchwita. He also released the album D-Day in April 2023 and embarked on his solo concert world tour.
As for j-hope, he released Jack In The Box in July 2022 and headlined Lollapalooza festival. After that, a Disney+ documentary series about these solo projects was also released.
Then, Jungkook collaborated with Charlie Puth for “Left and Right.” In July 2023, he released his single “Seven.”
Lastly, member V has participated in series In the Soop: Friendcation and Jinny’s Kitchen. Now, he’s about to make his solo debut with the album Layover, which will be out on September 8.
Also, two BTS members, Jin and j-hope are currently serving in the military. Furthermore, Suga has also started the military enlistment process.
Featured image: BTS during filming ‘Yet to Come’ music video. Credit: Facebook/BTS