Jung Kook Says Next Spring Will Be ‘More Important Than Ever’ Ahead of BTS Reunion

It might only be December, but Jung Kook already has spring fever — because that’s when the members of BTS will finally make their comeback.

As unveiled Monday (Dec. 15), the K-pop performer is Elle Korea‘s latest cover star, gracing the front of not one, not two, but nine different variants of the magazine’s new issue. While promoting his partnership with Chanel Beauty, Jung Kook teased that the first half of 2026 is about to be major.

“I think this spring will be more important than ever,” he said ahead of BTS’ return. “So I sincerely hope you all have a safe and enjoyable spring.”

Jung Kook and his bandmates RM, Suga, V and Jimin were discharged from the South Korean military in June, shortly after which they reunited on camera with j-hope and Jin to announce that a new BTS album and tour were in the works. In October, RM teased ARMY by saying, “Please look forward to late March.”

While they were apart, the septet focused on individual projects. Jung Kook last dropped solo music more than a year ago, releasing “Never Let Go” in the summer of 2024.

Now, the Bangtan Boys are hard at work preparing new material for fans. On that front, Jung Kook shared what he thinks makes music “good” while speaking with the publication.

“I think good music is still a song with a good message and good lyrics,” he said. “Music that transcends seasons and genres, and songs that can give strength to anyone.”

See Jung Kook on the cover of Elle Korea below.