Since the announcement of their temporary disbandment in 2022, the members of BTS have been busy with solo endeavors, military service, and a highly anticipated return. Here's a breakdown of each member's activities during their hiatus:
Jin
Jin, the first member to enlist, began his military service on December 13th, 2022. He made a solo debut with the track "The Astronaut" in October 2022, co-written with Coldplay and produced by Kygo. This song marked his first entry on the Billboard Hot 100. Jin served approximately 18 months of military service and was discharged on June 12th, 2024. Post-enlistment, he resumed his solo career, releasing the lead single "I'll Be There" from his debut EP, Happy. Jin's solo journey continued with the release of his second EP, Echo, and a major tour, #RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR, featuring his first-ever solo shows in the US and beyond.
J-Hope
J-Hope, the second member to enlist, began his military service in April 2023. He dropped his debut solo album, Jack in the Box, in July 2022, showcasing a raw and experimental hip-hop sound. J-Hope's solo career kicked off with a headlining set at Lollapalooza in Chicago. He released the single "on the street" with J. Cole before enlistment and later documented his journey in the Disney+ documentary J-Hope in the Box. J-Hope completed his military service on October 17th, 2024, and resumed his solo endeavors, including fashion work and releasing singles like "Sweet Dreams" and "Mona Lisa". He embarked on a massive 2025 solo tour, including arena and stadium shows in the US and a headlining set at Lollapalooza Berlin.
Suga
Suga focused on his Agust D project, releasing his debut solo album, D-DAY, in April 2023. The album combined the raw intensity of his earlier Agust D mixtapes with a rock-tinged sound. Suga embarked on his first-ever solo world tour, SUGA | Agust D TOUR, which kicked off in New York in April 2023 and concluded in Seoul in August 2023, making him the first BTS member to complete a full solo arena tour. He began his mandatory military service on September 22nd, 2023, and completed it on June 21st, 2025, marking the moment all seven BTS members had finished enlistment. During his service, Suga maintained a presence through soundtrack work, production credits, and his talk show Suchwita.
RM
RM, as BTS's leader, took a breath and turned inward during the hiatus. He released his debut solo album, Indigo, in December 2022, framed as a diary of his late 20s. RM didn't mount a formal tour but appeared in smaller venues, museum visits, and long-form interviews. In 2023, he traveled to Spain to work on his second album, Right Place, Wrong Person, which arrived during his enlistment. RM enlisted for his mandatory military service on December 11th, 2023, and completed it in mid-2025. Post-service, he resumed his art world involvement, being announced as a guest curator for the exhibition RM x SFMOMA.
V
V's solo work during the hiatus was all about mood, with his debut solo album, Layover, released in September 2023. The album featured vintage soul, jazz, and soft pop, highlighting his smoky baritone. V kept busy with promotional performances, appearances, and brand work, including campaigns for Celine and Cartier. He released a special duet version of "White Christmas" with Bing Crosby in 2024 while completing his service. V began his mandatory service on December 11th, 2023, and was formally discharged on June 10th, 2025. He has been relatively quiet about future solo activities, but his style suggests a continued jazz-tinged lane.
Jimin
Jimin launched his solo era in 2023 with his debut album, FACE, which provided a new window into his thoughts and insecurities. He enlisted for military service on December 12th, 2023, but continued to release music, including the fan-dedicated single "Closer Than This" and his second solo album, MUSE, while completing his service on July 19th, 2024. Jimin's solo success continued with the single "Who," breaking records for the fastest solo song by a male artist to reach a billion streams on Spotify. He starred in the travel reality series Are You Sure? alongside Jung Kook for Disney+ in 2024.
Jung Kook
Jung Kook wasted no time launching his solo career post-hiatus. He released the single "Dreamers" on the 2022 FIFA World Cup soundtrack and performed it at the tournament's opening ceremony. Jung Kook's debut solo effort, GOLDEN, arrived in November 2023, showcasing his versatile singing voice. He enlisted on December 12th, 2023, and completed his service on June 11th, 2025, returning to the spotlight as an ambassador for brands like Chanel and Hublot. Jung Kook's solo journey continues with new projects and a growing presence in the music industry.
