Epik High just sent the internet into a frenzy. On March 23, the legendary Korean hip-hop trio pre-released a teaser on their official YouTube channel EPIKASE, announcing BTS members RM and SUGA as guests on their talk series, with the full episode dropping on March 26 at 7:30 PM KST. Even before the episode premieres, the announcement is already drawing enormous attention globally, and for good reason: this full episode marks SUGA’s only YouTube appearance during his current round of promotional activities, making it one of the most anticipated K-Pop content releases of the month.
EPIKASE Episode Suga & RM Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Teaser Released | March 23, 2026 |
| Full Episode Premiere | March 26, 2026 at 7:30 PM KST |
| Platform | Epik High’s official YouTube channel (EPIKASE) |
| Guests | RM and SUGA of BTS |
| Notable | SUGA’s only YouTube appearance this promotion cycle |
What Is EPIKASE?
EPIKASE is Epik High’s ongoing YouTube talk series that weaves through music, everyday life, and relationships in an unscripted, conversational format. The series has built a dedicated following for its candid tone and the genuine chemistry Epik High brings to every guest appearance.
What Happens in the Teaser?
The teaser packs an enormous amount of personality into a short runtime. Here is a full breakdown of every key moment:
- Mithra Jin opens the clip in the kitchen, setting the scene with: “My younger brothers are going on a business trip abroad — big bros should cook them a hearty meal.”
- The moment RM and SUGA arrive, the energy in the room spikes immediately, with both acts greeting each other warmly and showing the kind of natural ease that only comes from a genuine long-standing friendship.
- Mithra Jin drops a playful aside: “Can’t you sign and take pictures when you go out?” — drawing laughs from the room.
- RM quips: “Not sure how much EPIKASE is going to edit me,” and Tablo fires straight back: “Editing you is going to be tough today. You’re wild.”
- Epik High then teases “RM’s shook!” and RM responds: “Now I’m heated” — already hinting at the level of unpredictable, chaotic banter fans can expect from the full episode.
- RM also gives Epik High a genuine compliment on camera: “You guys really adapted to the YouTube era? That’s dope.” — a moment that reflects the mutual respect between both acts.
The teaser is brief, but it delivers enough wit and warmth to make the wait for March 26 feel much longer than it should.
Why This Moment Carries So Much Weight
This is not just another celebrity appearance on a YouTube channel. Several layers of history and significance make this one of the more meaningful crossovers in K-Pop right now.
RM’s Connection to Epik High Goes Back to Age 11
RM first discovered hip-hop at age 11, in fifth grade, after hearing Epik High’s 2005 track “Fly.” The song provided him comfort and set him on the path to becoming a rapper. That origin story is well-documented, and it adds genuine emotional depth to every public moment RM shares with Epik High. The EPIKASE episode is not simply a guest appearance. It is a reunion with the group that shaped who he is as an artist.
SUGA Has Said the Same
The connection runs even deeper through SUGA. During a 2023 appearance on his own YouTube show SuChwiTa, SUGA sat down with Tablo and shared: “Namjoon (RM) and I always say Epik High made our team. That’s how much we rely on you.” That statement alone tells you everything about how much this group means to both BTS members.
Tablo and RM Have Already Collaborated
On May 2, 2025 KST, Tablo and RM released their collaborative single “Stop the Rain.” Tablo has also spoken publicly about his eagerness to work with RM, sharing that he agreed to the collaboration without even hearing the track first because, in his words, RM is incapable of making a bad song. The EPIKASE appearance follows this creative partnership and deepens what is already one of the most celebrated cross-generational friendships in Korean music.
BTS’s Full-Group Return Adds Extra Meaning
This episode arrives as BTS continues to re-establish its global presence following the group’s full comeback after completing mandatory military service. Seeing RM and SUGA together in a relaxed, candid setting, joking around with their musical mentors, gives fans one of the first glimpses of who these artists are off-stage during this new chapter.
The Epik High and BTS Friendship, Explained
For anyone new to this connection, the relationship between Epik High and BTS has a long, documented history:
- Tablo has spoken openly about his closeness with RM and SUGA, noting that back when they were not yet close, BTS came to visit Epik High in their waiting room — an unusual and significant gesture from the then-younger group.
- Epik High collaborated with SUGA on “Eternal Sunshine”, featured on their 2019 album.
- RM performed Epik High’s “Umbrella” on the show Duet Song Festival in 2016, a direct tribute to the group that inspired him.
- In their “Stop the Rain” collaboration, RM paid explicit lyrical tribute to Epik High’s “Fly” — the very song that started his journey — while Tablo referenced BTS hits “Dynamite” and “DNA” in return.
Where to Watch the Full EPIKASE Episode
You can watch the full episode featuring RM and SUGA on Epik High’s official YouTube channel when it premieres on March 26, 2026 at 7:30 PM KST. The teaser is already live on the same channel for anyone who has not seen it yet.
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