On February 2, 2026, the seven members of BTS appeared together at Incheon International Airport in South Korea, departing for an overseas trip. The group was reportedly traveling to Dubai on an overseas trip. This is the first time in five years that the entire group has appeared at the airport.

The gang reportedly booked a late-night flight, scheduled to depart at 11:40 pm Korean time, according to news outlet STARNEWS. At around 10:42 pm Korean time, the members arrived at the airport one by one starting from V.

closely followed by SugaJimin, j-hope, Jungkook, RM, and finally Jin. As they gathered together, the group briefly greeted waiting media and fans, waving and acknowledging the cameras as they walked inside.

This group appearance means a lot to fans, as it’s the first time since 2021 that all seven members have been seen heading off to perform overseas together. The group last traveled together on a similar trip overseas in 2021, prior to their hiatus and subsequent enlistment.

Because of this, OT7’s departure attracted strong attention from fans and the media. Photos and videos of their departure quickly spread across social media platforms.

What stands out most to fans is the band’s chemistry. The interactions between the members reminded many of the familiar group dynamics from past overseas trips. Especially the interesting dynamic chemistry between Jungkook and Taehyung attracted attention. The two walked side by side, chatting and laughing with reporters.

At one point, Jungkook took away the camera of a reporter who was doing a live broadcast BTS’s Go out and greet the audience directly. He said: “Nice to meet you”. Taehyung soon joined him and repeated the same words as the youngest member. The two laughed together and returned the camera. The brief exchange went viral almost immediately.

Other members were also seen chatting and joking with each other. Jin and Jimin, V, Jungkook and j-hope, Suga and RM, V and Jimin, and the entire team shared similar moments while walking through the airport. Their interactions with each other and with the media became a major talking point online.

Fans viewed OT7’s departure as a sign of BTS’s return to full-scale group activities. Many people shared clips with emotional reactions. One fan wrote,

“All BTS members showed up at the airport together and made more noise than the Grammy Awards. We’re back.”

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Fans also continued to share their reactions, saying kpop group The members looked really happy as they headed to the airport to prepare for their upcoming trip.

Fans also highlighted the funny moment Jungkook and Taehyung Grabbing a reporter’s camera, he said it showed how excited and optimistic he seemed about his upcoming schedule.

BTS announce new album Arirangfirst world tour in four years, in partnership with Netflix

base station Preparing for a full comeback with a new studio album Arirang. The release will be their first full studio project in nearly four years, following their 2022 anthology album prove. According to their agency, the upcoming album represents a new phase for the band and was created through a process in which all seven members were directly involved in shaping the concept, sound and overall direction.

big music The songs on the album are based on the members’ personal experiences and emotions accumulated over time. These reflections were translated into music designed to reflect where the group is now as artists. Arirang Set to feature 14 songs, it has been described as both a continuation of the group’s identity and a message to the fans who have supported them during their hiatus.

In addition to the album, the agency also confirmed on January 13, 2026, that BTS will embark on their first world tour in four years. The tour plans to hold 82 concerts in 34 cities and regions from 2026 to 2027. The tour will kick off in South Korea on April 9, followed by Japan, the United States and parts of Latin America, with more destinations to be announced later.

Further news, February 3, 2026 Netflix also revealed that it is working with BTS on two projects. The first one is the global live broadcast of BTS The Comeback Live | Arirang Concert is scheduled to be held on March 21, 2026 at Gwanghwamun Plaza in Seoul. While the event will be ticketed on-site, Netflix will broadcast it globally at 8pm Korean time.

The second project is a documentary called BTS: Returnwill provide behind-the-scenes footage of Arirang’s production and preparations for the comeback concert. Directed by Bao Nguyen, the film tells the story of RM, Jin, Suga, j-hope, Jimin, V and Jungkook who reunited in Los Angeles after completing their military service to create new music. BTS: Return It is scheduled to premiere on Netflix on March 27, 2026.