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The 2025 FESTA has turned into a heartfelt celebration for BTS and their fans, offering unforgettable moments that perfectly capture the essence of their bond. On June 13, the first day of J-Hope’s encore concert in Goyang wrapped up the HOPE ON THE STAGE tour, but also brought with it something even more extraordinary—BTS’s first full public reunion in front of fans since their military enlistments began nearly three years ago. This historic gathering marked a powerful moment not just for the group, but for ARMYs around the world.
With Jin, J-Hope, RM, V, Jimin, and Jungkook having already completed their service and SUGA set to finish his alternate duties on June 21, the concert felt like a prelude to BTS’s long-awaited group comeback. The members’ energy was infectious as they reunited at the venue, dancing along to J-Hope’s fiery solo tracks and fan-favorite BTS songs. One of the evening’s most unforgettable moments was Jungkook joining J-Hope on stage for their collaboration i wonder, marking the song’s live debut. The pair then delivered an impromptu performance of Jungkook’s hit single SEVEN, sending the crowd into ecstatic cheers.
However, the most emotional and electrifying reactions came when BTS’s group tracks began to play. As MIC Drop blared through the speakers, J-Hope took center stage while RM, Jin, SUGA, Jimin, V, and Jungkook turned the audience area into a makeshift performance space. Their in-the-crowd dance moves synced with J-Hope’s powerful on-stage presence created a surreal and joyous mashup that left fans in awe. The energy only grew stronger as Airplane Pt. 2 followed, with all seven members visibly enjoying themselves and feeding off the audience’s excitement.
Later, another highlight unfolded as Jin and Jungkook joined J-Hope on stage for a performance of Equal Sign. Their synergy and heartfelt delivery of the track left an emotional imprint on the night, reminding everyone of the irreplaceable bond they share as a team.
As the camera panned to the members waving to the crowd, the arena erupted in what might have been the loudest cheer of the evening. It was a perfect reminder of BTS’s impact and the unwavering love from their fans. With all signs pointing to a full-group comeback on the horizon, this night felt like a beautiful bridge between where they’ve been and what’s coming next.