Jimin opens up about almost being kicked out of BigHit and how one member did everything to help him through

 


For long-time ARMY, it is no secret that Jimin was the final piece needed to complete BTS's lineup before BigHit Entertainment officially confirmed the seven-member group in 2013. Even before Jimin's name was added to the lineup, he had reportedly been at risk of being cut as many as eight times during his trainee period, and some people within BigHit Entertainment at the time were strongly opposed to allowing him to debut with BTS.

Jimin himself once shared in an interview, "I was a trainee for a short time, but I almost got kicked out about eight times. There were so many people who opposed me debuting wih the group (I can't say their names)." He also revealed that because he came from a contemporary dance background, mny believed it would be difficult for him to adapt to the image of an idol.




Fortunately, Shin seonjeong—then the Head of Training & Development (T&D) and now the CEO of BigHit Music—recognized Jimin's potential and did everything she could to keep hi in the group. RM once praised her wholeheartedly as a guardian angel, expressing his gratitude by saying, "She is one of the two guardian angels who kept Jimin in the group at the time. In a way, getting Jimin to stay was basically protecting BTS. And her decision was right. Without Jimin, it would've been a disaster."

There is no denying the crucial role played by Shin Seonjeong and the staff in keeping Jimin and shaping the BTS we know today. However, behind this official narrative lies another deeply touching story: one member consistently did his utmost to help Jimin through the most difficult period of his trainee days—and that member was his same-age friend, V.

During a BTS Weverse live, the duo became nostalgic and reminisced about old memories, including a story from 15 years ago when they were trainees together. V initiated the conversation by asking, "Jimin-ah, can I tell one more story from 15 years ago?" and received enthusiastic support from the members: "Tell us."

V then continued, "When there was the kick drum choreography." At that moment, Jimin immediately recalled the memory and followed up, saying, "I almost got kicked out of the company. They told us to arrange choreography, and Taehyung helped me every night, every dawn."

Not letting the emotional moment linger for too long. V added humorously, "I was filming it and thinking, 'What kind of choreography is that?'" instantly turning the nostalgic moment into classic BTS laughter.




 While the duo and the other BTS members laughed as they revisited memories from their difficult trainee days, fans were deeply moved by V's sincerity. Although he did not have the authority to decide whether Jimin stayed, unlike the staff members, V consistently stood by Jimin, supporting him day and night and helping him in every way possible so that others could see the best side of trainee Jimin. Fans were also touched by the duo's friendship, which has lasted for more than a decade and endured countless ups and downs.

In addition to this memory, Jimin lightened the mood by bringing up another "bittersweet and humorous" moment from their 15-year friendship. Smiling throughout, Jimin recalled in detail:

"During our trainee days, I bought pants with Tae for the first time, using money we earned from appearing as dancers in music videos. I saved up and bought the pants, and Tae said, 'It's so pretty,' so I bought them. They were a bit tight, so I said, 'Aren't they a litte small?' but he kept saying, No, it's pretty.'"

At that moment, V seemed to remember the incident and started chuckling beside him. It didn't take long to understand V's slightly awkward smile when Jimin delivered the punchline:

"When I got home, the hyungs said, 'Why did you buy it?' and Tae was right next to me saying, 'I told you no to buy it!'"

Needless to say, the older members burst into laughter, with j-hope clapping enthusiastically in response.




As these stories—filled with laughter, frustration, and emotion—from V and Jimin's shared past were retold, fans found themselves admiring and cherishing their friendship even more, calling it one of the most beautiful friendships they had ever witnessed.


ARMYs' Comments:

● I need a friendship like Jimin and Taehyung. Soulmates forever, my precious VMin.

● Tae is just too good for this world. My babies worked so hard. BFF goals.

● OMG... Another soulmate moment! I love and respect their friendship so much.

● ANOTHER VMIN LORE: "Taehyung helped me every night, every dawn." LET'S ALL DIE.

● LMAOOO... Drop the video, Tae. I know it's hiding somewhere on your phone.

● He still remembers the betrayal after 15 years. Jimin was like, "I spent my precious 320.000 won..." They're so cute.

● Jimin and Taehyung's friendship is honestly one of the most beautiful things I've ever seen in K-pop.

● The way Taehyung stood by Jimin during his hardest days... This friendship means everything.

● They've been through so much together, and you can feel the genuine love and trust between Jimin and V.

● From trainee days to global superstars, Jimin and V never stopped being eac other's safe place.

● This is what real friendship looks like. Loyal, sincere, and lasting for more than a decade.


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