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LeMonde
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- LeMonde
In South Korea, fans celebrate end of military service for K-pop's BTS
When the blue lights went out, the crowd fell silent. On the outskirts of Seoul, thousands of fans from around the world gathered to celebrate the end of military service for BTS, the most famous K-pop group, and turned toward two giant screens. For several minutes, smartphones and light sticks in hand, they watched clips of performances by the seven-member group, the most popular South Korean group in the world. Every hour, this ritual set the pace for the BTS Festa 2025, a marketing event at Kintex, South Korea's largest exhibition center, in Goyang, northwest of Seoul, on June 13 and 14. The event also marked the group's 12 th anniversary and followed the successive discharges of four members on June 10 and 11, while the last member was released on June 21. Two others had already completed their service in 2024. To mark their return, a multitude of interactive booths featuring the boy band awaited fans: augmented reality photo ops, pre-recorded voice messages from the members, spaces dedicated to each idol's personal items and even a wall mural to color. In the evening, the luckiest were able to attend a concert by J-Hope, the group's iconic dancer, marking the end of his first world solo tour.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Did BTS' Jimin break up with Namjoon after posting ‘drunk' message for ARMY? Hilarious Weverse translation sends fans into chaos
BTS chaos is officially back! After the group's epic reunion at J-Hope's Hope On The Street concert on June 13, fans were treated to a surprise message from Jimin, posted late at night and allegedly while tipsy. But what really set ARMY off was a mistranslation on Weverse that claimed Jimin had 'broken up' with Namjoon, sparking a hilarious frenzy online. Jimin's late-night emotional message for fans at BTS Festa 2025 At 3 AM KST, Jimin dropped one of the most emotional and unexpectedly raw messages on Weverse, and fans are still trying to recover. In a late-night post that feels like a drunk text wrapped in poetry, he opened up about missing ARMY, growing older, and how even saying 'I miss you' has started to feel complicated. This was his first lengthy note for fans after his discharge from the military on June 11. 'When I don't see you for a while, I end up really wanting to see you,' he wrote. 'But when I say it too much, it feels like those words lose their weight, so I hold back," he wrote in Hangul. He got real about how expressing emotions isn't as easy as it used to be, confessing, 'It's kind of funny, right? How saying 'I miss you' gets harder and harder. But… I miss you.' And just when you think it couldn't get deeper, he admitted that hearing the word 'ARMY' now makes him 'reach for a drink.' (Cue ARMY spiraling.) Jimin also reflected on how often he apologizes, even though fans have told him not to. 'Do you know how curious I get?' he asked. 'How many times from now on will I say 'thank you,' 'I love you,' 'I'm sorry,' or or 'please forgive me'?' His thoughts eventually circled back to something simple but powerful: 'Maybe 'I love you' is actually a really small phrase… in the end, it always comes back to respect. So, I respect you all. And I love you.' He wrapped up up with the words,, 'After how many days and nights will this feeling fully reach you?'' Probably… it won't, right?' JIMIN's LETTER ON WEVERSE:when i don't see you for a while,i end up really wanting to see honestly, sometimes even i feel like i'm far away and when that happens, i end up saying 'i miss you' oftenbut when i say it too much, it feels like those words lose their… Jimin's Weverse post sparks fake breakup rumors with Namjoon This is where things took a chaotic and unintentionally hilarious turn. After pouring his heart out in the emotional late-night message, Jimin followed up with another post, casually mentioning that he had spent time with Namjoon before uploading the note. He wrote, "I'm not sure if the spelling is correct, and I uploaded it, but when I wake up and find out there's a problem, I'll delete it." I really missed you today and kept talking about it with Namjoon hyung, and we just parted ways. Anyway, I love you so much. I was the happiest when I saw Hobi hyung's concert. If I can give you as much happiness as I felt today, I'll be so touched. That love... that's RM. Namjoon really loves ARMY the most. I love you too." The vibe was warm and sincere until Weverse's auto-translation decided to throw the fandom into panic mode. Instead of 'parted ways,' the platform interpreted Jimin's message as 'broke up with Namjoon hyung.' Within minutes, ARMYs were spiraling online, questioning if the two had fought or were in their 'breakup era.' Of course, there was no actual fight or drama. It was another classic Weverse translation fail. Still, it didn't stop fans from flooding timelines with hilarious reactions, with fans joking he was probably drunk late at night. He has since deleted both the posts and instead posted, "I am sorry." He & Namjoon just broke translations are just.... JIMIN AND RM BROKE UP???? Meanwhile, the septet is expected to reunite once again for J-Hope's concert today. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Taekook steals the show at J-Hope's concert! V and Jungkook's chaotic energy proves BTS is so BACK
In celebration of BTS' debut anniversary on June 13, J-Hope's HOPE ON THE STAGE concert saw all seven members in attendance — even SUGA, aka Min Yoongi, who has yet to complete his military service — at the Goyang Sports Complex Main Stadium in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province. ARMY went wild as their long-held wish to see all seven members together finally came true. Seated in the VIP section, leader RM, along with SUGA, Jin, Jimin, V, and Jungkook, captured everyone's hearts. However, it was the playful reunion of TaeKook — the ship name for Kim Taehyung and Jeon Jungkook, coined by the duo themselves — that truly stole the spotlight. TaeKook's chaotic energy is back From iconic back hugs and playful interactions with the camera to effortlessly serving flawless visuals, Taehyung and Jungkook had ARMY completely captivated. Their chaotic yet heartwarming energy reminded fans why the TaeKook bond is so beloved, making the reunion even more emotional and unforgettable. ARMY shares TaeKook moments It didn't take long for fans to flood X (formerly Twitter) with clips and snapshots of the duo, causing "TaeKook" to trend soon after. Y'ALL LOOK AT TAEKOOK VIBING TOGETHER LIKE THEY ONLY EXIST 😭😭😭 THEY LOOK SO GOOD 😭😭😭 @bts_twt they're so cute pls taekook concert culture: hugging INSEPARABLE EVEN TODAY. TAEKOOK NATION RISE. BTS reunion BTS Festa 2025 kicked off on June 1 with special digital content to celebrate the group's 12th anniversary. The main offline festivities are being held on June 13 and 14 at KINTEX in Goyang, South Korea. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
News18
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
BTS' Suga Finally Breaks Silence After DUI Controversy In 2025 FESTA Message
Last Updated: During BTS Festa 2025, Suga expressed how deeply he missed his fans and said he couldn't wait to reunite with them soon. BTS rapper Min Yoongi, also known as Suga, has been keeping a low profile for months following false rumours that he had fallen off an e-scooter while intoxicated near his home. The speculation led him to step back from social media and public appearances. However, during BTS Festa 2025, Suga finally broke his silence with a heartfelt message to fans. In a voice note shared with ARMY, he expressed how much he missed them and said he was eagerly looking forward to reuniting. While six BTS members have completed their military service, Suga is currently serving as a public service worker and is expected to be discharged on June 21. Ahead of Suga, RM, V, Jimin and Jungkook's military discharge, BigHit Music surprised fans by lighting up their building with the message 'We are Back." This gesture by the BTS's agency created excitement among fans. All eyes are now on the upcoming BTS Festa, set to take place on June 13 and 14 in Goyang, South Korea. The event is always special, but this year it feels even more important, as many fans are hoping to witness the group's appearance. ⟭⟬E ARE B⟬⟭CK [WE ARE BACK] The writing will remain on @HYBEOFFICIALtwt building through 29.06 – a week after @BTS_twt Yoongi finishes his service. Jin was the first BTS member to complete his military service in June 2024, followed by J-Hope in October. More recently, RM and V were discharged on June 10, and just a day later, on June 11, Jimin and Jungkook also wrapped up their service. Fans across the globe celebrated their return with cheers and warm messages. Now, only Suga remains, expected to be discharged on June 21. If a reunion happens soon after, it would mark the first time in two years that all seven BTS members appear together on stage, an emotional and highly anticipated moment for ARMYs worldwide. First Published: June 13, 2025, 17:03 IST
Pink Villa
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
BTS' SUGA breaks silence after DUI controversy with emotional 2025 FESTA message: 'Spending my time waiting...'
After a long and emotionally heavy silence, BTS member Min Yoongi (SUGA) has finally reached out to fans on the group's 11th debut anniversary, June 13, 2025. BTS Festa 2025 is in full swing. ARMY was stunned and moved to hear SUGA's voice once again after nearly a year of public quiet. Since his military enlistment in 2023 and a subsequent DUI-related controversy that shook the fandom in 2024, SUGA has remained largely out of the spotlight. His absence, paired with the ongoing anticipation for a full BTS reunion, had left fans anxious. But now, with his emotional voice message during BTS Festa's VOICE ZONE segment, SUGA has made it clear: he's been missing ARMY just as much as they've missed him. SUGA's touching message to fans In his pre-recorded audio note, SUGA addressed fans with a tender sincerity that resonated deeply. He expressed, 'Hello, this is SUGA. I feel like it's been so long since I got to greet you. ARMY, have you been doing well? I've been spending my time waiting for the day I get to see you again. I miss you so much. I love you, everyone.' This brief but heartfelt message marks his first direct communication with fans in months. Despite the simplicity of his words, the impact was immediate and profound. ARMY floods social media with emotional responses. ARMY reacts Within minutes of the voice note being released, ARMY took to platforms like X to express how much they had missed hearing from SUGA. Many noted that, although the message was brief, it brought overwhelming comfort. Some even described it as one of the most meaningful moments of the entire BTS Festa. It's especially sweet as this came from a member who had not been much active since the start of his public service duties. What's next for BTS and SUGA? Currently, SUGA is serving as a public service worker and is expected to be discharged on June 21, 2025. With six members (RM, Jin, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook) now officially out of the military, fans are counting down the days until SUGA rejoins them. It's raising anticipation for a full-group BTS reunion. With SUGA's heartfelt message and the group inching closer to a complete reunion, ARMY's excitement is at an all-time high. Whether BTS will return with new music, a concert tour, or another major announcement remains to be seen. But one thing is certain: SUGA's voice has rekindled a powerful flame of hope among fans.
