BTS reunion? Jungkook and J-Hope spark buzz among ARMY over possible HOPE ON THE STAGE concert performance
June 13 marks a monumental day for ARMY worldwide as BTS celebrates the 12th anniversary of their debut. South Korea has turned into a sea of purple, with fans from across the globe arriving in droves to attend BTS Festa and welcome back the members who recently completed their military service.
Adding to the excitement, J-Hope is wrapping up his HOPE ON THE STAGE tour with two highly anticipated encore concerts on June 13 and 14 at the Goyang Sports Complex Main Stadium. These final shows are especially significant, as they align perfectly with BTS' debut anniversary.
The overlap has sparked intense speculation about a possible full-group reunion — a moment fans have been waiting years for. The concerts are also being live-streamed globally, giving international ARMY a front-row seat to the celebration.
Jungkook to Join J-Hope on stage?
Among the biggest buzz surrounding the concert is whether Jungkook, the group's maknae, will perform alongside J-Hope. Jungkook was officially discharged from military service just a day before, on June 11, adding fuel to the rumours.
Fans stationed near the venue the night before the show claimed they heard Jungkook's voice during soundcheck. According to multiple accounts, J-Hope and Jungkook rehearsed the track i wonder…, a fan-favorite from Hope on the Street Vol. 1. This has only heightened hopes for a surprise on-stage appearance.
OMG JUNGKOOK MIGHT PERFORM 'I WONDER' WITH HOBI 😭pic.twitter.com/0wAGFSnmSL — rim ✦ (@bratzzzmin) June 13, 2025
Everyone awaits BTS reunion
With RM and V discharged on June 10, and Jimin and Jungkook following on June 11, six members are now available to potentially share the stage. Jin and J-Hope, both already active after completing their service, are look more than likely to attend.
Many fans are also holding out hope for SUGA — who is serving as a public service worker until June 21 — to make a special appearance, even if just briefly. Whether or not a full BTS reunion takes place, one thing is certain: June 13, 2025, is a day of celebration, emotion, and renewed connection between BTS and their devoted ARMY.
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