BTS’s RM opened up about his feelings during his military service on their 11th debut anniversary.

On Weverse, RM shared, “Life goes on smoothly without me, leaving me feeling a bit empty. But reuniting with the members, sharing stories over drinks was amazing.”

He reflected on Jin’s recent military discharge, “Playing the saxophone at Jin hyung’s discharge was fun but also emotional. We’re all experiencing what he did first.”

RM showed his love for BTS, “Jin hyung said we’d miss each other, and he was right. Despite being apart in Gangwon Province, our bond is strong.”

He looked forward to the future, “What will we be like at our 12th anniversary? I miss them and express it through my drawings. I trust Jin hyung and Hobi to lead us.”

RM thanked ARMYs for their love and patience, “Your memories and anticipation keep us going. I’m looking forward to next early summer when we reunite.”

With Jin discharged, BTS anticipates their full return by June 2025.

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BTS member Jimin made history at the 2024 MAMA AWARDS, becoming the first solo artist ever to win the prestigious Visa Fan’s Choice of the Year award.

On November 22, Jimin was honored with the Fan’s Choice of the Year award at the 2024 MAMA AWARDS JAPAN, held at the Kyocera Dome in Osaka, Japan. This marks a huge milestone in his career, especially considering his ongoing military service.

Jimin made history as the first solo artist to win the Fan’s Choice of the Year award, a category that BTS had dominated for six years since its debut in 2018.

In addition to this achievement, Jimin also took home the Fan’s Choice Grand Prize, making him a two-time winner at this year’s awards.

Although Jimin couldn't attend the ceremony due to his military service, his name was met with loud cheers from fans when announced.

His incredible win continues to prove his global influence as a solo artist. Jimin had also won Best Male Artist at the 2023 MAMA AWARDS, marking back-to-back wins at the event.

The MAMA AWARDS praised Jimin for his groundbreaking achievements, saying, “As the first K-pop solo artist to reach 4 billion streams and set the longest-running #1 record for a Korean artist, Jimin has proven his influence as a world-class artist and global pop star.”

Jimin's win also made him the first solo artist to claim a grand prize at the MAMA AWARDS in 10 years, with his achievement sparking excitement worldwide.

On X (formerly Twitter), the hashtag “CONGRATULATIONS JIMIN” topped the trends, while “우리지민이상받았네” (Our Jimin Got the Award) reached the #1 spot in Korea.

Jimin’s ongoing success continues to shine even during his military service. He was also recently named Best K-pop at the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards and continues to be recognized for his charitable efforts, including a recent donation of 100 million KRW to the National Defense Soldier and Veteran Love Fund.

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