BTS's RM shares feelings about HYBE's support during a live stream, emphasizing the importance of 2026 and apologizing to fans for concerns raised.
December/22/2025 11:43
BTS's RM revealed his true feelings about their agency, HYBE. On the 21st, BTS held a live stream with all members through the fan community platform Weverse. RM talked about next year's activities, saying, 'Let's make 2026 the year of BTS. Really big things are waiting.' J-HOPE emphasized, '2026 is an important year for us,' expressing disbelief that 2025 has already passed, while Jimin said, 'This time is the hardest.' RM then lamented, 'I wish our company (HYBE) would show us a little more affection.' Jin responded, 'Aren't they doing their best in various ways?' RM replied, 'I don't really know. I don't usually say such things, but I just wish they would embrace us a little more.' Previously, RM had also mentioned in a recent live stream, 'I've thought thousands of times about whether we should disband or pause activities. But the reason we continue as a group is because of the immense love between members and the love and respect for you all.' He added, 'I want you to know that I love you all. Even if that doesn't all come back, I will continue to love in my own way.' After receiving mixed reactions from fans, he later apologized, saying, 'I'm sorry for tiring many ARMYs during the last live stream. I received many messages of concern. I regret not stopping the stream, but my feelings of frustration got ahead of me.' BTS is planning to release a new album and go on a world tour in the first half of next year after all members complete their military service. *This article is based on local media coverage. - BTS's RM apologizes for comments about group disbandment, saying he tired the ARMY. - BTS may soon make a comeback!? All members reunited for a live stream, 'I feel like I'm going crazy wanting to start activities soon.'
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