RM (Namjoon) is out here in Los Angeles, setting things up for BTS’s 2026 comeback like the quiet king he is, and ARMY is collectively losing its mind.
In a recent update that felt casual but was definitely not casual, RM revealed he’s currently in the US, “alone,” handling something ahead of BTS’s full-group album comeback slated for 2026. Because, of course, while the rest of us are barely managing our daily tasks, Namjoon is busy orchestrating the return of the world’s biggest group.
During a candid conversation, Namjoon shared that he’s been spending time in LA, hinting that he’s “setting things up” in preparation for BTS’s next era. He emphasized that while he’s enjoying some quiet time, he’s also taking these moments to prepare for the upcoming group album, making it clear that he’s always thinking ahead—not just for himself but for all seven.
It’s giving “leader energy” in the most Namjoon way possible: calm, methodical, and deeply intentional. We all know how much Namjoon loves art walks and museum days, but apparently, he’s mixing those with meetings to pave the way for BTS’s next chapter.
He didn’t spill every detail (because when does he ever?), but the mere mention of “setting things up” was enough for ARMYs to pull out the detective boards, theorizing collaborations, potential producers, studios he might be visiting, and concepts he might be brainstorming for the group’s next album.
Let’s not forget that BTS’s return in 2026 is not just a comeback; it’s the comeback the world has been waiting for, with the group reuniting after military service to reclaim their spot, not because they need to, but because they can.
And if anyone was wondering whether BTS would ease into this next chapter slowly, Namjoon’s quiet hustle in LA should be the answer: they’re not playing around. The man who helped lead BTS to global domination isn’t sitting in Los Angeles for nothing; he’s laying the groundwork for an era that will remind everyone why BTS is, and always will be, in a league of their own.
ARMYs are buzzing with excitement, expressing gratitude for Namjoon’s dedication while also gently reminding him to please drink water and get enough sleep between meetings and museum strolls. Because while we appreciate the hustle, we also want our leader healthy and well.
And let’s be real: it’s so very BTS that even during a “quiet period,” they’re still working to give us something monumental, proving that their connection with ARMY isn’t a marketing strategy but a genuine bond they consistently honor with their efforts.
So here’s to RM, for handling business like the leader he is, for taking walks under the LA sun while planning BTS’s future, and for giving us hope and excitement as we count down to 2026.
Whatever he’s cooking, we’re ready. And we already know it’s going to be legendary.
