BTS have confirmed plans to release their fifth full-length album, marking their first full group comeback since completing mandatory military service. The announcement was shared by BIGHIT MUSIC on 5 January 2026 at 12:00 am KST, and was immediately met with global attention. Titled BTS The 5th Album, the record is scheduled for release on 20 March and will feature 14 tracks.
The album reunites RM, Jin, SUGA, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jungkook following a military participation hiatus that lasted nearly four years. This will be the group's first album release in three years and nine months.
