[talk] Military service? A blessing in disguise! A comprehensive exploration of BTS's secrets to popularity in 2025!

Isn't it truly amazing? In 2025, even though all of our BTS members were absent due to national service, their presence seemed to shine even brighter. In Gallup's "Artist of the Year" poll, they ranked 6th with 10.9% support among those aged 13-39. For a group with a military background to achieve such results is truly unprecedented. How was this possible?

I am the first The overwhelming power of 'Army' I think that's why. Our ARMYs are more than just fans; they have a bond that feels like family. Just because the members are away for a while, their love for them won't diminish! In fact, they'll cheer on the members with even stronger faith and anticipation, enjoying existing content and searching for new updates.

Secondly, The shining capabilities and achievements of each member I think they filled the void left by their military service wonderfully. Jin showed his continued power in music by re-entering the Billboard charts with his solo album 'HAPPY', and Jungkook showed off his unrivaled presence among K-pop solo singers by surpassing 4 million subscribers on his YouTube channel. Even the youngest members of the group, V, Jimin, and Jungkook, showed off their wealth and discerning eye by making it onto the list of '100 Stock Millionaires Under 30'. Each individual's activities have contributed greatly to maintaining and expanding the group's influence.

and Efforts to consistently communicate with fans We can't leave this out either. As they announced during the December 2025 Weverse full group live, "Let's make 2026 the year of BTS. Something really big is coming," the members have always thought of ARMY and continued to communicate sincerely, promising a future together. These points have become important factors that have kept fans' expectations and love for BTS.

Ultimately, BTS is more than just an idol group. Musical depth and authenticity, and a socially positive message I think it's because they have a solid image as artists who deliver. Just by looking at the fact that Billboard highlighted BTS's full group reunion as "an impressive issue symbolizing pop culture in 2025," you can see that their existence itself is a cultural phenomenon. I'm already looking forward to seeing what kind of great history BTS will make in 2026 when they return soon! 💜