BTS‘ Jungkook, the golden maknae of the world-renowned K-pop group, recently surprised fans with a candid talk session on Stationhead. Fans logged on to the music streaming service expecting a fun listening party for “SEVEN,” scheduled for August 29 at 8:00 AM ET. They were thrown for a loop (pleasantly so, mind you) by the raw, unfiltered things Jungkook said when things got underway.

Jungkook began by addressing the elephant in the room: his upcoming material. “It’s nine thirty-six, but I have to be going at ten o’clock because I have another schedule after this,” he shared, hinting at the preparations for his solo comeback in November. He also hinted at wanting to do a Weverse live session, but said he may not be able to do that anytime soon.

“Although live broadcasts are my main thing, I’m going to be very busy preparing so many things,” he added, further fueling fans’ excitement. This revelation not only gave fans a glimpse into the hectic life of an international superstar but also teased the much-anticipated new music.

Cool as a cucumber

Despite the excitement surrounding his upcoming projects, Jungkook‘s humility shone through. Even as some technical glitches disrupted the session, he was as cool as a cucumber. When Stationhead’s comment section froze, he simply expressed how perplexed he was by what happened. But once the comments started pouring in again, he was quick to engage with those online. He answered questions and shared snippets of his life. 

One ARMY’s comment stood out. When Jungkook expressed concern about all the work he has to do, a fan reassured the Korean superstar that he can do anything he sets his mind to. They said, “What are you afraid of? You’re Jungkook. You can do it well.” To which Jungkook candidly responded, “I’m just scared. Will I be able to do well?”

Jungkook also shared some exciting news about his official TikTok account, humorously adding, “I’m a TikToker now? I’ll try my best as a TikToker.” His words left fans eagerly awaiting content from the star on the popular platform.

This Stationhead session

In a heartwarming moment, Jungkook mentioned his upcoming birthday, pondering aloud if he should make seaweed soup for himself. (It’s tradition for Koreans to eat seaweed soup on their birthdays.) This simple wish highlighted his down-to-earth nature, which endeared him to fans even more. On a slightly sour note, he talked about a trip he went on with friends, which saw them in his hometown of Busan. He expressed slight disappointment that someone had posted about it.

 

As the session neared its end, Jungkook‘s genuine affection for his fans was evident. “Everyone, I have to go now. What should I do? I have to go,” he said, sounding almost regretful. He apologized for the abrupt end, promising to attend the next listening party and hoping for a better experience. His parting words were filled with love and gratitude, “Hope you wrap up your day well. Make sure to eat well. I wish you happiness. I’ll get going ARMY, I love you!”

This Stationhead session with Jungkook was a testament to the bond between BTS and their fans. It was a reminder that behind the glitz and glamor, K-idols are human too. – K-Pop News Writer

Featured Image: Jungkook recently debuted a new, shorter haircut. Source: Twitter/@dreamjeons.