BTS Reunion: RM and V's Heartfelt Return from Military Service

On June 10, 2025, BTS members RM (Kim Namjoon) and V (Kim Taehyung) finished their mandatory military service, bringing the group one step closer to a full reunion. The two, who began their service in December 2023, stepped out of their military base in Chuncheon, South Korea, greeted by a wave of excitement from fans, known as ARMY, and eager media. The moment was filled with warm hugs, big smiles, and even RM playing a jazzy saxophone rendition of the Detective Conan theme, sparking a social media storm.

• BTS’s RM and V complete military service, sparking global ARMY celebrations
• RM and V return from military duty, inching BTS closer to full reunion in 2025
• BTS fans rejoice as RM and V reunite with heartfelt moments and saxophone magic

Hundreds of fans gathered at the Sports Park in Sinbuk-eup and near HYBE’s headquarters, holding up banners and purple ribbons, turning Seoul into a joyful celebration. Photos and videos of RM and V, with V clutching a bouquet of flowers, spread like wildfire online. On X, ARMYs shared emotional posts, with hashtags like #WelcomeBackTaehyung and #SPRING_ALWAYS_WITH_RM trending worldwide. One fan posted, “Namjoon and Taehyung, you’re finally home!” alongside pictures of the two embracing.

RM, who served in the 15th Infantry Division, and V, part of the 2nd Infantry Division’s Military Police Special Task Force, were praised for their commitment. V, affectionately called “Sergeant Elio,” had previously shared on Weverse his excitement about reconnecting with fans after his discharge.

With Jin and J-Hope already back in 2024, and Jimin and Jungkook set to return on June 11, followed by Suga on June 21, BTS is on the verge of being whole again. Fans are buzzing about what’s next, especially with HYBE’s bold “WE ARE BACK” display hinting at a big FESTA 2025. The event’s theme, “Twelve O’Clock,” feels like a nod to fresh starts for BTS and their fans.

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The emotional return of RM and V has lit a spark of hope for new music and performances, with ARMYs everywhere counting down to BTS’s next chapter on the global stage.