Group BTS (RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook) will be taking their second official long-term break since their debut.

Big Hit Music, BTS's agency, announced on December 6th through their official social media channels, "BTS will be taking an official long-term break."

The agency explained, "This long-term break will be a time for BTS, who have been working tirelessly even amidst the pandemic, to recharge and fill themselves with new inspiration and energy as artists and creators. It is also a precious time to spend the year-end and New Year holidays with their families for the first time since their debut."

The agency also stated, "We ask for the fans' utmost consideration during this break so that the BTS members can enjoy a more ordinary and free daily life and have time to focus on themselves."

Their plans for activities after the break were also revealed. The agency stated, "After their break, BTS will focus on preparing for a new album that marks a 'new chapter' and for performances. They are also preparing for an offline concert in Seoul in March to meet fans in person."

Finally, they added, "We express our gratitude to the fans who support BTS, and BTS will repay your love with a healthy and wonderful appearance after the refreshing break."

The following is the official statement from BTS's agency.

Announcement of BTS's Official Long-Term Break


Hello, this is Big Hit Music.

Following "BTS PERMISSION TO DANCE ON STAGE-LA" and the "2021 Jingle Ball Tour," BTS will conclude their official schedule for the year and take their second official long-term break since 2019.

BTS has had a busy schedule in 2020 and 2021, interacting with fans and achieving brilliant results amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, solidifying their position as global top artists.

This long-term break will be a time for BTS, who have been working tirelessly even amidst the pandemic, to recharge and gain new inspiration and energy as artists. It is also a precious time to spend the year-end and New Year holidays with their families for the first time since their debut.

We ask for the fans' utmost consideration during this break so that the BTS members can enjoy a more ordinary and free daily life and have time to focus on themselves.

After the break, BTS plans to focus on preparing a new album that will mark a "new chapter" and on performances. They are also preparing for an offline concert in Seoul in March to directly engage with fans.

We express our gratitude to the fans who support BTS, and BTS will repay your love with a healthy and wonderful appearance after the refreshing break.

Thank you.

These are English translations of articles from our GTTOUR Japanese website.