K-pop band BTS to take "hiatus" to focus on solo projects, leaving fans in disbelief

K-pop fans around the world, known as the "BTS Army," were stunned by BTS's announcement that the group will take a break to work on solo projects. 

The seven-member band — J-hope, Suga, RM, V, Jin, Jungkook and Jimin — held their annual FESTA dinner party on Tuesday, and in a pre-recorded video announced the "hiatus." But the South Korean entertainment company behind BTS said they'll still be working on projects as a group, as well as individually. 

"BTS are not taking a hiatus. Members will be focusing more on solo projects at this time," the statement said.