BTS is taking an extended break.

Big Hit Entertainment announced on Sunday, December 5, that the Bangtan Boys will be taking time away from the band.

The length of the extended break was not defined by Big Hit.

Does this mean they K-Pop group is splitting up?

NO!!! BTS is not splitting up despite this hiatus.

Big Hit released a statement saying, “We would like to inform you that BTS is planning to take a second official extended period of rest since their first in 2019.”

BTS stayed active in order to engage with fans in 2020 and 2021 amidst the Covid-19 situation, and achieved dazzling results to cement themselves as top global artists.”

Big Hit noted this will be the first time since their debut in 2013 that the boys of BTS will have the holiday season to spend with their families.

ARMY, BTS’s fanbase, was more than understanding and in full support of the break.