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BTS breaks military hiatus with massive 2026 tour announcement

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  • BTS ends hiatus with 2026 World Tour spanning 79 shows across 34 cities, featuring innovative stage design.

  • Member V breaks records on Instagram as demand surges for tour, with presales starting January 22nd.

  • Fanbase proves strength during hiatus, eagerly anticipating historic reunion following successful military service completion.

The global superstar group BTS has officially ended their hiatus by announcing a record-breaking 2026 World Tour that spans 79 shows across 34 cities. This marks the septet’s first full-scale reunion following their mandatory military service, which all members successfully completed by 2025. Kicking off on April 9th in South Korea, the tour will feature an innovative 360-degree “in-the-round” stage design to offer fans an immersive view from every angle.

Momentum for the comeback is already surging, with member V recently shattering history to become the most-followed Korean male solo artist on Instagram. Intense demand is expected for the tour, with presales for ARMY Membership holders set to begin on January 22nd. This historic return proves the fanbase hasn’t just waited during the three-year break, but has grown even stronger.

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