BTS Solo Careers: Where Each Member Is Now (2026 Update)
Each BTS member has carved their own path during the group's hiatus. Here is where they are now.
Each BTS member has carved their own path during the group's hiatus. Some focused on music. Others explored acting, business, or military service. Here is where RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook are now in 2026.
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RM: The Art Collector and Indie Collaborator
Kim Namjoon has always been the intellectual force behind BTS. His solo work reflects that. Instead of chasing chart-topping pop hits, RM has focused on artistic credibility and collaboration.
His 2022 solo album Indigo established his sound: jazz-influenced, contemplative, featuring indie Korean artists rather than global pop stars. He followed this with Right Place, Wrong Person in 2024, which leaned further into experimental territory.
Beyond music, RM has become a significant art collector and patron. He regularly posts museum visits and has collaborated with galleries on exhibitions. His Instagram reads more like an art history student than a K-pop idol.
What to listen to: "Wild Flower" from Indigo remains his most accessible solo track.
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Jin: The Entertainer and Military Veteran
Kim Seokjin completed his military service in 2024, making him the first member to return to civilian life. He wasted no time re-establishing his presence.
His solo single "The Astronaut," released just before enlistment, became a fan favorite. Upon discharge, he focused on variety shows and hosting, where his natural humor and "worldwide handsome" persona shine.
Jin became a regular on several Korean variety programs in 2024-2025. His ability to make anyone comfortable made him a producer favorite.
What to listen to: "The Astronaut" remains his definitive solo statement. Co-written with Coldplay, it captures his earnest, straightforward style.
SUGA: The Producer and Hip-Hop Purist
Min Yoongi has always operated on his own terms. His solo work as Agust D is the most sonically distinct from BTS's group sound, rooted in Korean hip-hop rather than pop.
His D-Day tour in 2023-2024 was the highest-grossing solo tour by a Korean soloist at the time. The documentary about that tour, released in 2024, showed his perfectionism and the physical toll of performing.
He continues to host his drinking show "Suchwita" (Drunk Talk), where he interviews musicians, actors, and cultural figures over soju.
What to listen to: "Haegeum" from D-Day showcases his technical rap skills.
j-hope: The Festival Headliner
Jung Hoseok completed his military service in 2024 and immediately returned to music with a new EP, Hope on the Street, Vol. 1.
His Lollapalooza headline set in 2022 made history as the first Korean artist to headline a major U.S. festival. He returned to festival stages in 2025, cementing his reputation as a live performer.
j-hope has also become a fashion industry favorite, serving as a Louis Vuitton house ambassador.
What to listen to: "Arson" from Jack in the Box shows his darker side.
Jimin: The Pop Star and Performance Specialist
Park Jimin's solo career has been the most commercially successful of any BTS member. His 2023 solo album Face debuted at number one in multiple countries.
In 2024, he released his second solo album, Muse. The lead single "Who" became his biggest solo hit, dominating charts in Korea and Japan.
He has also become a fashion icon, serving as a global ambassador for Dior and Tiffany & Co.
What to listen to: "Like Crazy" from Face remains his signature solo track.
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V: The Actor and Jazz Explorer
Kim Taehyung has pursued the most diverse path. While other members focused primarily on music, V has balanced music, acting, and fashion.
His 2023 album Layover featured live instrumentation and a vintage sound that distinguished it from typical K-pop. He released a jazz-inspired EP in late 2024.
V has also become a fashion industry favorite, with relationships with Celine and Cartier.
What to listen to: "Slow Dancing" from Layover captures his relaxed, romantic sound.
Jungkook: The Global Pop Sensation
Jeon Jungkook has become the most commercially successful Korean soloist globally. His 2023 single "Seven" featuring Latto topped charts worldwide.
His 2023 album Golden was a deliberate attempt to create a global pop album. It succeeded, debuting in the top three in the U.S., UK, and multiple other markets.
In 2024, he completed his military service. Post-military, Jungkook has focused on establishing himself as a global artist.
What to listen to: "Seven" remains his biggest global hit.
BTS Solo Careers FAQ
When will BTS reunite as a group?
All members must complete military service first. Jin and Jungkook have finished. The others are expected to complete service by 2026-2027.
Who has the most successful solo career?
Commercially, Jimin and Jungkook have achieved the most chart success. Artistically, each member has found their own niche.
Are they still close?
Yes. Members regularly mention each other in interviews and support each other's releases on social media.
Will they release music as a group again?
They have consistently stated they will return as BTS after all members complete service. The ARIRANG concert in March 2026 was the first group performance in over two years.
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