The highly anticipated BTS reunion in 2025 seems to be kicking off ahead of schedule, thanks to the ever-unpredictable and heartwarming antics of the Bangtan Boys. On May 16, 2025, Jin, the eldest member who completed his military service in June 2024, hosted a Weverse live stream to celebrate the release of his comeback album, Echo. What started as a solo interaction with ARMY quickly turned into a chaotic yet delightful reunion as Jimin, Jungkook, J-Hope, and V "hijacked" the live with their playful messages and banter.
As Jin interacted with fans, sharing behind-the-scenes stories about his album and its music video, his bandmates flooded the comment section with their presence. Fans who tuned in felt like they were witnessing a private BTS chatroom conversation unfold in real-time. The members' comments continued even after the live ended, prompting Jin to playfully tell them to leave the chat on Weverse.
J-Hope, currently on his Hope on the Stage tour in Macau, joined in the fun, while V faced some technical difficulties before finally making his presence known. Jungkook even revealed that V had called him and left some "choice words" after he couldn't answer.
The online interaction quickly spread across social media platforms, with fans expressing their excitement and emotions. Many reminisced about the group's chaotic energy and expressed how much they missed seeing them together. The Weverse Live event served as a reminder of the strong bond between the members and their unwavering support for one another.
The complete BTS reunion is slated for mid-2025, with RM and V expected to be discharged on June 10, 2025, followed by Jimin and Jungkook on June 11. Suga, who served via an alternative service route due to a shoulder injury, is scheduled to return on June 21, 2025. J-Hope has teased that the reunion will be "massive".
While ARMY is eagerly anticipating new music and a world tour, HYBE has stated that fans may need to wait a bit longer for a full-fledged comeback, as the members require time for preparation and production. BTS is known for their elaborate and large-scale concerts, so expectations for their return are very high. In the meantime, individual members are keeping busy with solo projects. Jin has been meeting fans and representing South Korea, while J-Hope is continuing his solo music career with a tour.
Despite the wait for their official return, the impromptu Weverse Live reunion has fueled fans' excitement and anticipation for what's to come in 2025. The event highlighted the group's close bond and their ability to bring joy and laughter to ARMY even during their time apart. As one fan put it, "Nothing is more wholesome and chaotic than tannies assembling and using the Weverse live as their personal group chat".
