BTS’s RM Sustains Ankle Injury + To Have Limited Participation In Comeback Live Event

March 20, 2026 | 05:18 (GMT)

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Source: soompi.com

BTS’s RM has unfortunately sustained an ankle injury ahead of the group’s highly anticipated comeback live event “ARIRANG” and will be participating with limited movement.

On March 20, BIGHIT MUSIC shared through an official statement that RM had injured his ankle during a rehearsal the previous day. Following a medical examination, he was diagnosed with a sprain of the accessory navicular, a partial ligament tear, and a talus contusion—injuries that involve ligament damage and inflammation.

As a result, RM’s on-stage performance, including choreography, will be partially limited during BTS’s comeback live event “ARIRANG,” scheduled to take place at Gwanghwamun on March 21.

Read the agency’s full statement below:

Hello.
This is BIGHIT MUSIC.

We would like to provide an update on BTS member RM’s participation in “BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG,” scheduled for March 21.

During a performance rehearsal on March 19, RM suffered an ankle injury and was taken to a hospital to undergo a detailed examination and treatment. A medical diagnosis confirmed a sprain of the accessory navicular, a partial ligament tear, and a talus contusion (which includes ligament damage and inflammation). As advised by medical professionals, he must wear a cast and strictly limit movement for a minimum of two weeks to concentrate solely on his recovery.

While RM expressed a firm commitment to deliver a high-quality performance at this symbolic comeback stage at Gwanghwamun, the company, in close consultation with the artist, has made the decision to prioritize the medical opinion to preemptively prevent any further strain on his injury.

Accordingly, RM’s on-stage performance, including choreography, will be partially limited.

We ask for your kind understanding regarding this matter. We sincerely apologize for any disappointment this may cause, given the high anticipation surrounding this performance.

Although RM’s on-stage performance will inevitably be limited, he will do his best to participate on stage and engage with ARMY and the audience. We know you have waited a long time for this performance, and we will put our utmost effort into delivering a heartfelt show.

We prioritize our artists’ health and safety above all else, and are committed to providing RM with all the necessary support for his complete recovery and return to full health.

The BTS members are preparing diligently for this performance. We ask for your continued encouragement and support.

Thank you.

We wish RM a full and speedy recovery!

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