Category: BTS

The K-pop world is abuzz with speculation, and the epicenter of all the chatter is none other than BTS‘s leader, RM, aka Kim Namjoon. The cause of all the speculation? An Instagram story in which RM is seen sporting a new, shorter haircut.

RM, known for being active on social media, recently posted a series of photos on Instagram. Among these images, one particular photo has caught the attention of fans worldwide. The photo features RM with a noticeably shorter haircut, a stark departure from his usual style. This change has led to widespread speculation among ARMY, BTS‘ dedicated fanbase, about whether RM’s new ‘do is a sign of his impending military enlistment.

In South Korea, all able-bodied men are required to serve in the military for a certain period. This has led to many popular K-pop idols temporarily stepping away from their entertainment careers to fulfill their duties. Given RM‘s age, fans have been anticipating news about his enlistment.

Adding fuel to the speculation, RM captioned the post, “Gotta expect the unexpected.” This cryptic message has left fans wondering if he is subtly preparing them for his upcoming military service.

Also, at the recent FESTA in Seoul on June 17, RM delivered a heartfelt performance, hinting that it might be the last time he’ll stand onstage for a while. These hints, coupled with RM’s latest social media posts have led to increased speculation about his military enlistment.

Despite the speculation, there has been no official confirmation from BigHit Music, the agency that manages BTS. The fans, however, remain on high alert.

As the speculation continues, fans worldwide send their love and support to RM, hoping for the best for their beloved idol, whether he is preparing for military service or simply trying out a new look.

In the world of K-pop, where every post can hold a hidden message, the question remains: Is RM‘s new haircut a fashion statement or a sign of his upcoming military enlistment? Only time will tell.

(Featured Image: RM recently posted a photo of himself on a sailboat. Source: Instagram/RM’s personal Instagram account)

The dedicated fanbase of the global K-pop sensation BTS, known as ARMY, has been praised for behaving responsibly after the boy group’s 10th anniversary celebration. The fans cleaned the venue after the event, displaying a high level of responsibility and respect for public spaces.

On June 17th, BTS celebrated their 10th debut anniversary with a massive event called 2023 BTS 10th Anniversary Festa @ Yeouido held at Hangang Park in Seoul. The event attracted an estimated 400,000 people, including 120,000 international fans, according to HYBE, the group’s management company. Despite the massive gathering, the venue was left spotless because of ARMY’s concerted efforts.

BTS‘s leader, RM, took to Instagram to express his gratitude towards the fans and staff members for what they did at Hangang Park. He posted a screenshot of a news article about the cleanup on his Instagram Story and thanked the ARMY and the staff for their efforts. “To all the staff, and proud ARMYs, Thank You,” he wrote.

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/5tIjGSJI_kU

In an interview with Korean media, a street cleaner confirmed the fans’ efforts. “We were tasked to clean the place by 12 o’clock, but there was no trash left,” they said.

The fans’ initiative to clean up after the event was widely praised by netizens. Photos of the clean venue went viral on social media. 

ARMY’s actions sparked a wave of positive comments online, with many expressing their admiration for what the fans did.

ARMY’s actions reflect not only their dedication to BTS but also their commitment to maintaining order in public spaces, setting a good example for fans worldwide. The 10th-anniversary celebration of BTS was proof of the band’s enduring global popularity and their fans’ maturity. The event was so well-managed that it made headlines in South Korea and beyond.

This isn’t the first time ARMY was lauded for cleanliness. In October 2022, some fans organized a fantastic event to celebrate BTS member Jimin‘s 27th birthday. They gathered at Gwangali Beach in Busan for what they dubbed a “plogging” program, an activity that combined picking up trash with jogging. A nonprofit organization called EARTH SAVE spearheaded the project. After clearing the beach of litter, ARMYs gathered for a photo session and shouted, “We purple Busan.”

Busan, being the hometown of Jimin and Jungkook, made that project more meaningful.

(Featured Image: The official BTS Twitter account run by the group’s label posted a photo of RM in Hangang Park on the day of the event. Source: Twitter/BTS’s official Twitter account)

The bond shared by the members of the world-famous South Korean boy band, BTS, is well-known and cherished by their fans, called ARMY. This bond is evident in the recent interactions between members Jin and j-hope, even as they fulfill their mandatory military service duties.

On July 8th, j-hope surprised fans with a post on the fan community platform Weverse. 

Jung Hoseok enlisted as an active-duty soldier for the 36th Infantry Division in April and completed his basic training in May. He’s currently serving as an assistant instructor for new recruits at a training center in Wonju, Gangwon Province. He is set to be discharged on October 17th, 2024.

Jin, also serving his military service, accused j-hope of “copying his content” in a post titled “Hobi’s letter.” Since he enlisted last year, Jin has stayed in touch with the fans through posts and videos on BTS’s platforms. So when he saw j-hope’s post, Jin joked about the audacity of a private first class (j-hope) copying a corporal like himself. BTS’s eldest member ended with a playful warning to j-hope, saying that the latter should avoid making eye contact with him when they meet during the holidays.

The playful banter continued in another post where Jin challenged j-hope (and, by extension, their other bandmates as well). Jin said that if even one of them isn’t ranked among the Special Forces, He added that j-hope needed to achieve that distinction within the month. However, it’s important to note that Jin was only joking.

Their interactions give fans a glimpse into the close-knit and playful relationship between the BTS members. Despite their global fame and busy schedules, including their military service duties, they continue to engage with each other in a friendly and humorous manner. This camaraderie is one of the many reasons why BTS continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

In a heartfelt post on BTS‘s 10th anniversary, Jin promised fans he would come back sometime in 2024. He thanked them for their continuous love and support over the years.

As Jin and j-hope continue their military service, fans can look forward to more heartwarming and humorous interactions. These moments are a testament to the enduring bond between the members of BTS, a bond that transcends their music and resonates with fans across the globe.

Featured Image: J-hope shared never-before-seen photos of them when Jin enlisted in the army in December 2022. Source: Instagram/@uarmyhope