BTS' RM made a generous birthday gesture by donating 100 million won to a veterans' fund on September 12.

The donation, part of the 'Everyone's Veterans Dream' initiative, supports the 'Uniformed Workers Appreciation Campaign' led by the Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs. The funds will go towards honoring and aiding national merit persons and their families among uniformed workers.

In a statement from his agency, Big Hit Music, RM shared, "I deeply appreciate the dedication of many people working at the front lines these days. I hope this contribution helps the heroes who are still serving the country and those who have worked hard for peace. I am also truly thankful to ARMY for their constant love and congratulations."

RM has a tradition of marking his birthday with charitable acts. Last year, he supported the Korean Association of Forensic Sciences, highlighting the importance of professional training. In 2021 and 2022, he donated to the Foundation for Cultural Heritage Abroad to aid in cultural heritage preservation. Since 2023, RM has been actively involved as an ambassador for the Ministry of National Defense's remains excavation team, promoting the remains excavation project.

BTS, RM’s group, also has a history of charitable work. Since 2017, they have been running the 'LOVE MYSELF' campaign with Big Hit Music, focusing on self-love and ending violence. Their fan club, ARMY, consistently contributes to vulnerable children and teenagers, spreading positivity.

The 'Uniformed Workers Appreciation Campaign' promotes respect and appreciation for those in uniform. This year's campaign emphasizes supporting and expressing gratitude to those who serve under the Taegeukgi (national flag), recognizing their role as national representatives deserving of support.

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BLACKPINK’s Jisoo shared a surprising story from her trainee days!

On January 29, the latest episode of Dex’s Fridge Interview was released on YouTube. During the chat, Dex asked Jisoo if she ever rebelled or broke the rules as a trainee. She confidently replied, “Not at all. The only rebellion I had as a trainee was eating.”

Dex then jokingly imitated her younger self, saying, “I’m perfect, so why are they telling me not to eat? I’m going to eat tteokbokki!”

Jisoo laughed and admitted, “Actually, I was really chubby back then. They kept telling me to lose weight, but I always said, ‘No, I need to eat. I like myself chubby.’”

She even recalled a moment with YG Entertainment’s founder, Yang Hyun Suk:
“The boss told me to lose weight, and I responded like that. He just walked away, thinking, ‘She’s a weird one.’ I literally said, ‘No! I like myself chubby!’”

Jisoo then revealed that after she debuted, she naturally lost weight. She added, “Later, after I debuted and naturally lost weight, he was like, ‘You didn’t lose weight when I told you to, but now that you debuted, you did.’”

Fans are loving Jisoo’s confidence and honesty! Meanwhile, her full interview on Dex’s Fridge Interview is now available on YouTube.

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