Overview

• SUGA, whose given name is Min Yoon-gi, was officially discharged on June 21 after completing alternative military duties approved for health reasons.
• The completion of all seven members’ service ends their nearly three-year hiatus and clears the way for new recordings, performances and global tours.
• Each member renewed their contract with HYBE in 2023, signaling their collective intent to continue as a group.
• On Weverse, SUGA apologized for his September e-scooter drunk-driving incident and expressed gratitude to fans for their patience.
• Industry analysts describe BTS’s return as a boon for the K-pop sector, citing the group's past 0.2% contribution to South Korea’s GDP and its global activism.