SUGA breaks silence at BTS Festa 2025 event, shares heartfelt message for ARMY: 'Spending my time waiting to see you again'
It's been months since BTS rapper Min Yoongi — also known as SUGA or Agust D — has been seen or heard from by the group's devoted fandom, ARMY. Following a wave of trolling and fake news surrounding his fall from an e-scooter while intoxicated near his home, the idol went completely silent.
However, it seems he, too, has been missing ARMY just as much as they've been waiting for him. On June 13, BTS' debut anniversary, SUGA finally broke his months-long silence — and his first message was dedicated to his fans.
SUGA's message for ARMY
With six out of the seven BTS members now discharged from the military, fans are eagerly waiting for SUGA — who is currently serving as a public service worker until June 21. However, during the BTS Festa 2025 event, SUGA also left a heartfelt message for ARMY alongside the rest of the members.
In a voice note, he said: "Hello, this is SUGA. I feel like it's been so long since I got to greet you. ARMY, have you been doing well? I've been spending my time waiting for the day I get to see you again. I miss you so much. I love you, everyone."
WE HEARD YOONGI'S VOICE FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE HE LEFT!!!!🐱: Hello, this is Suga. I feel like it's been so long since I got to greet you. Army, have you been doing well? I've been spending my time waiting for the day I get to see you again. I miss you so much. I love you,… https://t.co/f9Gmxsvzbe pic.twitter.com/jcK7LHPJSP
ARMY in tears
Though the message was simple, just hearing SUGA's voice after months moved ARMY to tears. Many took to X (formerly Twitter) to express their happiness and relief at hearing from him. Fans also shared how eagerly they are waiting for his return and the possibility of a full BTS reunion soon.
Me listening to yoongi's voice pic.twitter.com/az5rqKZmUB
To hear his voice again 😭😭😭😭I miss Him 😭😭😭#BTSFESTA2025 #MinYoongi#SUGA https://t.co/RoXy0n8ja7
SUGA: Hello this is SUGA. its feels like its been so long since i got to greet yoh. ARMY, have you all been doing well? Ive been spending my tume waiting for the day i get to see you again. I miss you so much. I love you everyone 🥹🥹 pic.twitter.com/O6iazI8HnY
Omagawd 😭 just hearing his voice made me cry. Come home safely Suga💜🫂 I miss him so much
About BTS reunion
BigHit Music lit up Seoul with the message "We are Back," stirring anticipation among fans. With most members recently discharged, this year's BTS Festa holds even greater meaning — fueling hopes for a long-awaited full-group reunion.
Throughout June, ARMY can enjoy a variety of digital content and themed activities, both online and offline. The main offline events will be held on June 13 and 14 at Exhibition Center 2, KINTEX (Halls 9 and 10) in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea.
It's BTS FESTA time!🥳💜틱톡에서 'BTS FESTA'를 검색하고, 다양한 포토존에서 찍은 사진과 영상들을 #2025BTSFESTA 와 함께 포스팅해주세요!Hop on TikTok, search 'BTS FESTA' and share your best videos and pics from the photo zone with #2025BTSFESTA!💜 https://t.co/wyILyT0Vfa pic.twitter.com/07bv6zRhhQ
The venue will feature more than 20 interactive booths, offering immersive fan experiences including the ARMY Bomb Photo Spot, voice zone, trophy zone, BTS Locker, and many more — all designed to celebrate BTS's journey and connection with their fans.
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