🎤 BTS Reunion Deep Dive: From Military Hiatus to Global Comeback

🎤 BTS Reunion Deep Dive: From Military Hiatus to Global Comeback

Executive Summary

After nearly two years of staggered enlistments for mandatory military service, BTS—the seven-member South Korean group that spearheaded the global Hallyu wave—is set to reunite in Summer 2026. Their hiatus, while required by national law, catalyzed individual growth and solo achievements for each member. This report expands on the historical context of KPOP’s global ascent, details each member’s military timeline and personal reflections, analyzes solo ventures with precise metrics, incorporates industry expert commentary, presents comprehensive fan reaction data, and reveals early plans for new music, tours, and multimedia collaborations.

1. Background: BTS and the Hallyu Wave

1.1 Origins and Rise (2013–2018)

Debut: June 13, 2013, under Big Hit Entertainment (now HYBE) with “2 Cool 4 Skool,” a debut track that blended youth angst with hip-hop influences.

Breakthrough...