ARMY’s get ready! The comeback of the century is officially happening as global K-Pop sensation BTS announces their upcoming 5th studio album and world tour.
The best is yet to come, indeed, as BIGHIT MUSIC reveals more details on BTS’ fifth album via Weverse. Dropping on Mar. 20, 2026 (1 PM, KST), it marks the first record released by the group in almost four years, after having gone through mandatory military service and various solo projects.
The announcement came with a red and white title teaser, which fans have already started decoding. Some believe it’s titled “Hello” through a Korean-English bilingual wordplay, while others decoded the three circles as “hae” — the Korean word for “sun,” sparking a solar-themed concept that also matches the sunset color of the new comeback installation at Seoul’s Sejong Centre stairs.
The label also revealed that the album will have 14 tracks and that the members have been deeply involved in the music creation, taking inspiration from their personal journeys.
“The album is packed with honest stories that BTS wants to share with ARMY, who have been waiting for their pm comeback as a whole group. Filled with the music that’s most true to BTS, the album is their heartfelt way of saying thank you to ARMY, who have been there this whole time,” the label said.
ARMYs who have waited patiently to see all seven members together again will also be thrilled to know that a massive world tour will follow the album release. The tour schedule will go live at midnight on Jan. 14 (KST). Additionally, you can pre-order the new album starting Jan. 16, 11 AM KST.
BTS is a seven-member South Korean boy band composed of Jin, RM,Suga,J-Hope,Jimin,V, and Jungkook. The global superstars debuted in 2013 and are known for mega hits like “Butter,” “Dynamite,” and “MIC Drop.” They’re also one of the K-Pop acts that influenced the global music industry, particularly in the acceptance and rising popularity of K-pop in Western markets.
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