BTS continues to make waves both in music and beyond as the group delighted fans with a surprise seven-minute Weverse live broadcast from a Los Angeles beach, while member V (Kim Taehyung) gears up to deliver the ceremonial first pitch at Dodger Stadium on August 25.
The brief but unforgettable beach livestream, aired on August 17, marked the group’s first full “OT7” appearance since all seven members completed their mandatory military service. In the clip, the members showcased their trademark warmth and humor—RM reassured ARMYs with a simple, “We’re doing well,” while Suga teased that new music may be on the horizon. Jin, fresh from wrapping up his solo tour, playfully shared details of his daily routine, while Jimin appeared shirtless after a swim, drawing laughs from the rest of the group. Jungkook manned the camera, V hugged Jin in a moment that quickly went viral, and J-Hope joined in the chaos with his signature energy.
Despite lasting only seven minutes, the livestream drew more than 4 million views within hours, with fans across social media celebrating the emotional reunion. One fan posted, “My forever seven,” while others described it as “pure chaos and pure happiness.” For many, the sight of the seven members together again at ease symbolized a fresh chapter leading up to their highly anticipated 2026 comeback.
Just days after the beach broadcast, BTS fans—known worldwide as ARMY—will witness another historic moment when V takes the mound at Dodger Stadium. On August 25, he will throw the ceremonial first pitch ahead of the Los Angeles Dodgers’ game against the Cincinnati Reds. The Dodgers confirmed the news on social media with the message: “ARMY, you ready? V will be at Dodger Stadium on 8/25 to throw out the ceremonial first pitch!”
The announcement immediately sparked a surge of demand, with MLB’s ticketing platform briefly crashing as fans rushed to secure seats. V follows in the footsteps of bandmates Jungkook and J-Hope, who previously enjoyed first-pitch honors, further cementing BTS’s crossover appeal in sports and entertainment. The game, set for 7:10 PM PT, will be broadcast live on SportsNet LA, giving global fans a front-row seat to V’s debut on the pitcher’s mound.
Between their spontaneous beach reunion and V’s upcoming baseball milestone, BTS has once again proven its unmatched ability to captivate audiences across industries. With their full return as seven and preparations underway for a 2026 album, these moments offer ARMYs both comfort and excitement—a reminder that BTS’s story is far from over.
