Updated On: 01 January, 2026 03:47 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
BTS have officially announced their full-group comeback with a new album releasing on March 20, 2026, marking their first release since 2022. Revealed through handwritten New Year letters and a viral group live, the return has thrilled fans worldwide, with a world tour also expected

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Global K-pop superstars BTS have officially confirmed their long-awaited return as a full seven-member group, announcing a new album release slated for March 20, 2026. The comeback marks their first group album in nearly four years, following the release of Proof in 2022 and a hiatus during which the members completed mandatory military service and focused on solo projects.
The announcement came in an emotional and creative way. BTS sent handwritten New Year’s letters to members of their official fan community, ARMY, thanking them for their unwavering patience and support during the group’s break. The letters prominently featured the date “2026.03.20,” sparking immediate excitement and speculation among fans, which was later officially confirmed by their agency, BigHit Music.