BTS builds excitement for their comeback with a new album, sharing practice photos that showcase their energy and unity as a group.
November/26/2025 12:14
BTS (Bangtan Sonyeondan) is raising expectations ahead of their comeback as a complete group. On the 24th, RM posted a photo on his social media with the caption 'running cult club.' The photo shows the members gathered in a practice room, aligning their choreography, and their appearance together in the practice room after a long time has attracted explosive interest from fans. In the released photo, the members are seen bowing their heads and placing their fists at their waists, showing intense energy. Despite being a simple practice scene, it captivated fans' attention, raising expectations about what kind of concept song and performance will be born. Fans have shown various reactions like 'I can feel the power of the complete group' and 'My heart races even with just one photo,' already boosting the atmosphere for the comeback. BTS had paused their activities as a complete group for a while due to military service, starting with the enlistment of the oldest member, Jin, in 2022. However, this June, with SUGA's release from service, all members have fulfilled their national defense duties and are accelerating their activities as a complete group. Notably, they are preparing for a new album and large-scale activities aimed for next spring, which is significant as it marks their first comeback after the military hiatus. The members' decision to share their practice process is seen as a signal flare for fans who have waited a long time. As the resumption of activities as a complete group approaches, interest is gathering on how the upcoming teaser content and comeback schedule will be revealed.
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