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RM Says BTS Were in a 'Bad Mental State' Before Reuniting

His account shows internal strain pushed him to take stronger leadership, a shift that helped shape the group's creative comeback.

Overview

  • RM disclosed on Thursday that when Jin left the military the members gathered at Jimin’s home and were “in a bad mental state.”
  • He said the reunion dinner turned emotional with tears and that the moment made him resolve to “work harder to hold this team together.”
  • The comments add personal context to the group’s recovery from a multi-year, military-enforced hiatus and their decision to regroup privately before returning publicly.
  • BTS released the album ARIRANG in March 2026 and have been touring worldwide in support of the record, with packed stadium shows and a Netflix-streamed free concert in Seoul.
  • Industry reporting notes the tour and related activity could generate more than $1 billion across tickets, merchandise, licensing and streaming as the band balances public success with renewed attention to members’ mental health.