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BTS is back in South Korea, working on recording new songs. J-Hope shares studio photos, hinting at a pre-release single ahead of the 2026 album.
J-Hope headlined Lollapalooza Berlin on July 13. (Photo Credit: Instagram)
BTS is officially back home. After spending nearly two months in Los Angeles, RM, Jin, SUGA, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook have returned to South Korea to continue work on their highly anticipated album, set for a spring 2026 release. Fans are already speculating about a possible pre-release single, following hints from the group and their individual activities.
During a recent fan interaction, Jungkook addressed a question about whether the group had completed all their tracks. He clarified that while the songs have been composed, the recording process is still underway, which will likely take place now that the members are back in South Korea.
J-Hope Drops Studio Updates
Adding fuel to the excitement, J-Hope shared a glimpse of BTS’ progress via his Instagram story on September 3. The photos, taken inside a recording studio at HYBE, show him in casual attire with a headset on, signaling that music production is in full swing. The images sparked speculation that BTS may already be working on a pre-release single ahead of the full album launch in 2026, rumored to drop in March.
In another selfie, J-Hope flaunted his fit with a half-worn T-shirt over a vest, denim shorts, a beanie, sliders, and a luxury watch. Fans also noticed that the singer celebrated his solo win at the Korean Broadcasting Awards, marking his first individual accolade in nine years since BTS’ 2021 group win. J-Hope took a moment to thank fans for the recognition, further cementing his milestone moment.
Fans Excited for BTS’ Next Moves
Jungkook previously shared during a livestream ahead of his 28th birthday that their stay in the U.S. focused heavily on production, while the recording process is now expected in South Korea. Reports indicate that BTS will return to the U.S. shortly to shoot a music video for a new single, with concepts and plans already in place.
As anticipation builds, fans are eagerly watching BTS’ every move, from casual studio updates to award celebrations. The combination of J-Hope’s posts and Jungkook’s insights confirms that BTS is actively preparing for a major musical comeback while teasing exciting pre-release material for 2026.
Shrishti Negi is a journalist with over eight years of experience in the media industry. She leads the Entertainment desk at News18.com. She writes breaking news stories, generates feature ideas, edits copies, …Read More
Shrishti Negi is a journalist with over eight years of experience in the media industry. She leads the Entertainment desk at News18.com. She writes breaking news stories, generates feature ideas, edits copies, … Read More
