GQ USA – March 2026 – GQ USA (1)

“Because it’d be weird if you watch each other’s live- stream,” Suga explains. “We’re always together and we’re like brothers.” “I think it’s RM’s love language to ARMY in a way,” says Jimin. “It really shows how emotionally invested he is in the group, and in ARMY as well. I think it was very RM to be vulnerable and say things like that.” “RM is like the identity of this group,” V says. “He’s the core leader of the group, so he must feel so much more pressure than the rest of us do.

I usually don’t have that much pressure, but it seems like he does.” RM, visibly moved by his bandmates’ sentiments, says, “How sweet,” looking at the other six. “Love these guys.” Their closeness is palpable. They are clearly easily relaxed with one another. Jimin squeezes Jin’s neck; Jin playfully taps Jimin’s leg. Jung Kook settles in, placing two tangerines and several tiny bags of potato crackers in front of himself, munching with enthusiasm between answers.

Meanwhile, V—the significance of the occasion not lost on him—whips out his phone to take a photo of the others. In true BTS fashion, the boys worked through the com- plex emotions spurred on by RM’s Weverse live by clown- ing on each other, as brothers are wont to do. “We’re not the type that consoles each other,” Jimin says.

“But we just laugh and make fun of the person to make him laugh and forget about it…. We also had some drinks together.” “Although we make fun of him in the front, in the back we’re crying [too],” V admits. “They’re just such boys,” RM tells me, laughing. “That’s how they deal with this kind of situation. Yeah, make it into a meme and pretend it’s like nothing happened.” It’s clear that, for these guys, there’s true strength in numbers. And even the crushing pressures of a massive pop comeback can be relieved with jokes and brotherly banter.

Photograph by Dukhwa Jang. Styled by Mobolaji Dawodu. From left, on JIMIN: Jacket and pants by Dior. Tank top by Zimmerli. Earring, his own. Necklace and ring by Tiffany & Co. On SUGA: All clothing and tie by Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello. Earrings, his own. On JIN: All clothing by Gucci. Bracelet by Fred. On V: All clothing by Celine. Watch and bracelet (on bottom) by Cartier.

Bracelet (on top), his own. On RM: Coat by Dries Van Noten. Sweater by Umit Benan. Earring, his own. On JUNG KOOK: Shirt by Bottega Veneta. Pants by Dries Van Noten. Stylist’s own belt. Earrings and lip ring, his own. On J-HOPE: All clothing by Louis Vuitton Men’s. Necklace by Tiffany & Co.

→ JEREMY CLOWNEY Associate director, programming, GQ US “Carhartt doesn’t age, it ascends— it’s the most timeless piece ever.” For our March cover story, Raymond Ang met BTS in Seoul, where all seven members of the biggest band on earth had reconvened after their respective mandatory stints in the South Korean military.

“It’s the greatest return in music history since Elvis left the Army,” says Ang. While visiting their home turf, Ang saw how the pop juggernauts built their fandom-worthy foundation on more than just massive hits. “They have a real gift for connection. I left that interview with a clearer understanding of just how they’ve managed to touch millions of people all over the world.” RAYMOND ANG Associate director, editorial operations, GQ US Cover Story: BTS…………………………………..

The Ultimate GQ Closet: Spring & Summer Edition………………………… The Ozempic Diaries……………………………… The NBA’s Surging Superstar, CADE CUNNINGHAM……………………………… Why We’re All Living in Ticket Hell……………… Inside the New Season of Industry……………… What to Wear Now: The Current Rules of 9-to-5 Style…………………………………….. What to Wear Next: A 2026 Mood Board……….. A Surprise New Sneaker from Thom Browne…… Show Notes: How to Watch a Fashion Show……. Box + Papers: Audemars Piguet Takes a New Shape……………………………………….

Men of Taste: LUKE FRACHER…………………… Welcome to Rolex University……………………. ← BAZ BAKER Assistant to the global editorial director, GQ US “My fave sweater by Christian Dior. As Pop Smoke once said, Dior…when it rains, it pours.”

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