BTS member Jin is a beloved figure in the music industry. He’s known for his charming personality, fan dedication, and soulful voice. Recently, Jin’s been in the news for his heroic deeds, both in and out of the military.
In a remarkable incident, Jin reportedly “saved” a Brazilian fan named Natali Vitoria Ramos Reis from a robbery. The 21-year-old ARMY was waiting at a bus stop in São José dos Pinhais, in the Curitiba Metropolitan Region, when a robber approached her. The robber managed to take her phone, which had a photo of Jin in his military uniform as the wallpaper.
7/20/23 MBC News
🗣BTS #Jin was the 1st to enlist in the military & is currently serving as ROK army assistant drill instructor
It was reported that a female fan living in Brazil escaped a robbery incident thanks to Jin during her encounter w/ the robber.🗣What's the news… pic.twitter.com/V1ek76PoDV
— 🔑🗝Jiniya지니야_TheAstronaut👩🚀 (@Jiniya1204) July 19, 2023
When he saw the photo, the robber immediately returned the phone and fled, presumably assuming that the man in the picture was Natali’s boyfriend and a member of the armed forces. This incident sparked a wave of reactions from BTS ARMY worldwide. They praised Jin’s indirect role in Natali’s rescue and joked about changing their phone wallpapers to pictures of Jin in his military uniform for protection.
Jin’s off-stage heroism is commendable, and his military achievements are also impressive. Despite being a world-renowned singer, he has dedicated himself to his mandatory military service in South Korea. Jin enlisted in the recruit training center in Yeoncheon, Gyeonggi Province, on December 13, 2022. His expected discharge date is June 12, 2024.
Jin the “elite soldier”
🔞 came back after a friend told me that jin became an elite soldier? this can only suggest that he’s LITERALLY physically capable of going seven days a week. probably flushed and red- but barely breaking a sweat. alright. goodbye again. pic.twitter.com/j0dAZdCxrM
— sippin’ on 진 and 전 🥴 (@jintroverting) July 18, 2023
Recently, Jin was given the rank of Corporal in the military earlier than scheduled. This came after he received the title of “elite soldier,” a prestigious title given to those who excel in various areas of training. These include first aid, Chemical, Biological, and Radiological training, individual combat, shooting, a three-kilometer race, and vigilance. To earn the elite soldier title, one must meet strict conditions like having a 90% shooting hit rate and completing over 72 push-ups in two minutes. This promotion underscores Jin’s dedication, discipline, and hard work.
The title comes with perks. These include extra leaves of up to five days, early promotion, and the privilege of wearing a special emblem on their uniforms. Additionally, outstanding shooting scores can earn them more rewards.
[Yonhap news] 230712 BTS Jin named elite soldier. gets early promotion.
BTS Jin announced that he was promoted to corporal 2 months earlier than scheduled after being named elite soldier. Jin is reported to received special recognition for his outstanding physical abilities.#JIN pic.twitter.com/AexOy61w47— star_jin (@nightstar1201) July 12, 2023
Jin’s military achievements give ARMY immense pride and joy. Despite his absence from the music scene due to his military service, his influence continues to resonate worldwide. This story reminds us that heroes can appear in the most unexpected places, even on a smartphone’s home screen. As fans eagerly await his return to the stage, they continue to celebrate his achievements and the inspiring individual he has proven to be. –K-pop News Writer
Featured Image: Jin posted some selfies on Weverse during a lull in his training. Source: Weverse’s BTS Community.