BTS leader RM sent fans into a frenzy on May 11 when he shared an Instagram Story featuring a cute cartoon of a brown teddy bear holding a &ldquo;D-30&rdquo; sign&mdash;an unmistakable marker that just one month remains until he and V complete their military service on June 10, 2025. This playful yet poignant reminder follows RM&rsquo;s recent reflections on personal growth during his time in uniform, and it has reignited excitement for the group&rsquo;s full reunion.
Over the next eleven days in June, the remaining BTS members will finish their mandatory service: Jimin and Jungkook on June 11, and Suga on June 21, bringing to a close the staggered enlistments that began in mid-2022 when Jin and J-Hope returned to civilian life in June and October 2024, respectively. These earlier homecomings set the stage for the ultimate gathering of all seven members, laying the groundwork for what promises to be one of the most anticipated comebacks in K-pop history.
The instant RM teaser unleashed a wave of social media activity, with hashtags like #D30 and #D40 trending across platforms as ARMYs shared countdown timers, fan art, and heartfelt messages such as &ldquo;AWAITING OUR JOONIVERSE&rdquo; and &ldquo;The thought of finally seeing you in just one month is overwhelming!&rdquo; Fan-run pages celebrated the end of BTS&rsquo;s hiatus as a historic moment, noting that after more than two years apart, the group&rsquo;s return will mark a milestone not just for BTS but for the entire genre.
While all seven members will be free of military obligations by the end of June, their agency HYBE has cautioned that a full-fledged comeback will require time for songwriting, production, and tour planning. CEO Lee Jae-sang emphasized that BTS&rsquo;s global stature calls for careful preparation to deliver music and performances that meet the high expectations of their worldwide audience. Nevertheless, with each discharge date now set in stone and the ARMY&rsquo;s enthusiasm higher than ever, BTS&rsquo;s post-service reunion is shaping up to be a landmark event that will redefine the future of K-pop.

RM’s Instagram reminder electrifies ARMY worldwide ahead of June discharge dates for all remaining BTS members

BTS’s RM Sparks “D-30” Countdown as Military Enlistments Near End

RM’s Instagram reminder electrifies ARMY worldwide ahead of June discharge dates for all remaining BTS members

May 13, 2025 | 12:41 IST