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leader RM has caught fans off guard with his unusually candid remarks about the group’s agency, HYBE, during a surprise full-group live broadcast. Known for his thoughtful but measured words, RM’s comments stood out for their honesty and emotional weight. While the live was meant to celebrate the festive season and reassure ARMYs about BTS’ future, it also became a rare moment where the leader openly addressed frustrations, internal pressure, and the expectations surrounding BTS long-awaited comeback. His remarks quickly sparked intense discussion online, with fans dissecting every word and reaction from the members.
RM wants 'some affection' from HYBE
On December 21, all seven members - RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook - went live on Weverse to interact with fans. The OT7 live was held to wish ARMYs ahead of Christmas and the New Year, celebrate V (Kim Taehyung)’s birthday in advance, and tease what they described as a 'crazy' upcoming comeback album.While talking about their ambitious plans for 2026, RM unexpectedly made a pointed comment about their agency. “I wish our company had some affection for us,” he said, instantly shifting the tone of the conversation.The members reacted in different ways. Jimin burst into laughter, seemingly surprised by RM’s honesty, while J-Hope asked, “Why? What’s the reason?” Jin, meanwhile, came to the company’s defence, saying, “Doesn't the company care? They work hard for us.” RM calmly stood by his words, responding, “I don't usually say things like this, right? I just don't know. I wish they would look after us and treat us with more care.”This was not an isolated moment. Just days earlier, on December 16, RM had openly voiced his impatience over the delay in announcing BTS’s comeback schedule. “I'm going crazy wanting to comeback. When will the company announce it?” he had said, echoing the growing anticipation shared by fans worldwide.
2026 - The year of BTS
Despite the heavy revelations, the mood ended on a hopeful note. “2026 will be BTS' year,” RM confidently declared. "Something really big is coming". Adding to the significance of the live, fans noted that for the first time, the broadcast featured live English translations instead of auto-generated subtitles, allowing global ARMYs to fully understand BTS’s words in real time. The moment is just another instance that shows BTS’ transparency with ARMYs, even when the truth is difficult.