As BTS members continue their mandatory military service, j-hope is opening up about the group’s transition into solo careers and the challenges they’ve faced during this period. In a new interview, the rapper and dancer discussed the “growing pains” experienced by each member as they stepped into individual projects.
Currently serving in the South Korean military, j-hope addressed the personal and professional development occurring within the group during their hiatus. Each of the seven members has used this time to explore new artistic avenues, releasing solo albums and collaborating with other artists across genres. j-hope himself released his solo album “Jack in the Box” in July 2022, marking a significant departure from BTS’s group sound.
The shift to individual work has provided the members opportunities to showcase distinct musical identities. However, j-hope noted that the journey has not always been smooth, citing the challenges involved in moving from the synergy of a group dynamic to the independence of solo artistry. Still, he emphasized that the experience has helped each member mature both personally and musically.
While BTS is on hiatus as a group due to military obligations—a requirement for all able-bodied South Korean men—their agency has confirmed that the band plans to reunite around 2025. In the interim, fans have seen a steady output of solo content from members like RM, SUGA, Jimin, and Jungkook, reinforcing their individual appeal in the global music market.
j-hope’s reflections shed light on the transitional phase BTS is navigating, highlighting the broader evolution of K-pop idols as multifaceted artists. As each member continues to develop his unique voice, anticipation builds for the group’s eventual return.
