Jin Hit News in English

  When the GRAMMYs announced the Best Asian Pop Musi Performance  category in July this year, BTS declared that they would not submit any songs for consideration that year. The group expressed their wish to be "heard and loved for what is, rather than being divided by region or language." The statement received widespread support from netizens, critics, and industry professionals in both South Korea and internationally, while the GRAMMYs faced criticism. Although the Recording Academy later stated that it would review the issue, it ultimately decided to retain Best Asian Pop Music Performance  category in early October, citing a "significant number of submissions" in its inaugural year. The firs list of nominees for the GRAMMYs' Best Asian Pop Music Performance  category will serve as an early test of the category's identity. However, contrary to te Recording Academy's earlier statement, some of K-pop's most iconic names are already missing from the ...

  In an interview, Suga once made a striking statement about BTS's relationship when asked whether the members ever competed with one another over personal success: "Are you competitive with your family members? Do you get jealous if your brother or your sister does well? (Laughs) We're real brothers, period. If I do well, that's good. If my family members do well, that's even better." Suga also emphasizing that BTS's bond had gone beyond ordinary friendship and become something  more like family: "If you live together in one house under the same roof 24/7 for 13 years, you become a family. A lot of people think that the relationships between K-pop band members are kind of fake, but that's not true. For me, it's more like, 'Oh, Jimin, hi! You made it onthe the Hot 100! I'm so proud of you!'" The deep and positive bond between the members, forged over more than a decade together, is undeniable. However, what's interesting i...

  In the past, fan culture has sometimes been met with prejudice and harsh criticism. Over time, however, the positive impact of K-pop artists has helped the public develop a more open-minded perspective on fandoms. Among these artists, BTS stands out as a group whose influence extend far beyond music, touching the lives of millions of people around the world. Over the past decade, countless stories have demonstrated how BTS's music has become a source of emotional control and encouragement, and even proved useful in situations involving health and safety. The American Heart Association (AHA), for instance, previously highlighted Jin's song "Don't Say You Love Me," noting that its rhythm is suitable for guiding Hands-Only CPR. This serves as an example of how music can have practical, applications beyond entertainment. Still, the idea that a BTS song could have save the day during a fire might seem hard to imagine. Yet, that is exactly what happened. What makes th...

  BTS have just wrapped up their second concert in Lima, with only one final show remaining on October before they continue their tour with three concerts in Santiago, Chile, starting on October 14. Although nearly a week remains before the first show in Santiago, excitement for BTS has already spread throughout Chile. Major fan support events, including banners, large LED screen advertisements at the National Stadium metro station, and LED trucks, are being prepared to welcome the group. Meanwhile, the "BTS POP-UP: ARIRANG IN SANTIAGO," organized by HYBE, opened on October 2 at Mall Cenco Costanera. The pop-up was designed to allow fans to explore exhibits inspired by ARIRANG concept, featuring albums, photocards, and special displays, while also shopping for official merchandise such as ARMY Bombs, clothing, and accessories. However, amid all the excitement, a controversy as emerged, leaving the Chilean ARMY community feeling deeply ashamed. Specifically, an official statem...

  As many fans already know, Jimin is often regarded as the group's "healing source." RM once shared, "Although he is younger than me, he is very mature... I am always shocked by his word choices and the way he talks. He is very personable, and I feel heled when I am with him." RM also pointed out that Suga often treats Jimin like an "emotional support teddy bear," while J-Hope compared Jimin to a laughter button, saying, "When I'm having a hard time, I press him like a button, and then he makes me laugh." On another occasion, J-Hope added, "Honestly, his willingness was what I was most thankful for. He played a big role in relieving my stress." Even Tablo of EPIK HIGH was impressed by Jimin, calling him BTS's "emotional hub" after hearing RM and Suga talk about how Jimin is the member everyone trusts and relies on most during difficult times. However, Tablo humorously turned the question around by asking, "Th...

  Being harassed by fans camping outside their hotels during their world tour has become a recurring problem for BTS. In July this year, V spoke out on Weverse, saying, "We would appreciate it if you could refrain from coming all the way to our hotel," following repeated incidents of crowds gathering and causing disturbances outside the group's accommodation during the European leg of their tour. Just three months after V's plea, BTS once again found themselves dealing with the same issue during their stop in Lima, Peru. The noise from the crowds outside was so loud that it carried directly into their rooms, leaving both the members and staff unable to get enough sleep. The situation also risked disturbing other guests staying at the hotel, prompting BTS leader RM to speak out directly and earnestly ask people to stop gathering outside. Despite RM's plea and the local authorities' enhanced security measures, the crowds continued to gather, pushing the situatio...