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BTS may still be able to perform even while carrying out their compulsory military service, South Korean defence minister Lee Jeong-seop has said.At a National Defence Committee held by the South Korean National Assembly on Monday (August 1), Lee spoke about the defence ministry’s position on BTS’ military service terms.“I believe BTS could enlist in the military, and still be given time to practice and perform overseas,” said Lee, as reported by News1.“The Ministry of National Defence has reviewed [the issue of BTS’ enlistment] in consideration of maintaining fairness, equity, and military service resources, and they could be able to continue performing for national interests,” he said.According to Reuters, the minister added: “As many people highly value [artists serving] in the military, that may help boost their popularity even more.”Director Lee Ki-shik of the Military Manpower Association also reportedly stated that implementing additional exemptions for pop culture figures on top of the military’s existing provisions could “break the overall framework of military service exemption”.His comment suggests it is unlikely the boyband will receive a full exemption from service, though provisions may be made for them to continue their promotional activities concurrently.However, South Korean parliament is currently debating a bill that may allow for major pop culture figures like BTS to serve an “alternative” form of service as arts and cultural personnel.In May, Culture, Sports and Tourism Minister Hwang Hee called for the boyband’s exemption from South Korea’s mandatory military service, saying “It’s time to create a system for incorporating popular culture-art figures as art personnel.”Under South Korea’s current

BTS member Jimin recently opened up about his hopes for his future solo material and what he’s working towards.In a new interview with Weverse Magazine, the K-pop idol shared that he was “just starting” his musical exploration with the release of his Our Blues OST ‘With You’, revealing that he has been meeting with different producers in preparation for future releases.“We met a few times and were talking about what messages and what kind of appearance or image I want to get across,” shared the singer, adding that his future projects may be “a little more explicit” than fans are used to.“I just think I can show something a little more raw about me,” he explained. “That might include a more mature side, too, but what I’m really interested in is showing something closer to my real, personal rawness directly in a format like music or music videos.

LE SSERAFIM member Kazuha has praised BTS member Jimin for his skill in dance in the choreography for the group’s 2020 hit ‘Dynamite’.Kazuha recently revealed in an interview with Weverse Magazine that she had submitted a dance cover of BTS’ 2020 English single ‘Dynamite’ as part of her audition for HYBE. The idol later spoke about her thoughts on the group’s skills as performers.“There’s a dance break in ‘Dynamite’ that’s so cool that I wanted to try to do it,” recalled the Japanese idol, who had been training to become a professional ballet dancer prior to her career in K-pop.

Big Hit has responded to reports concerning the reported seizure of Jimin’s home. On Sunday, Korean news outlet Biz Hankook claimed that South Korea’s National Health Insurance Service took over the BTS member’s Seoul apartment on January 25.

BTS member Jimin is set to team up with former Wanna One member Ha Sung-woon on a new song for the ongoing K-drama series Our Blues.According to Nyam Nyam Entertainment, the company in charge of the soundtrack for Our Blues, the two artists have lent their voices for a new song that will be featured on the K-drama’s upcoming OST, per The Korea Herald.Jimin and Ha’s collaboration is slated for release on April 25. The song will reportedly be produced by Song Dong-woon, who is known for working on Ailee‘s chart-topping hit ‘I Will Go To You Like The First Snow’ and Crush‘s ‘Beautiful’.“Jimin’s soft vocal tone and Ha’s attractive, engaging tone are weaved together in this song and their harmony made it even more beautiful,” a representative from the label said, per The Korea Times.Jimin’s involvement in the Our Blues soundtrack was first announced last month, although officials from Nyam Nyam Entertainment did not disclose Ha’s involvement with the release at the time.

BTS have shared their thoughts on not winning an award at the Grammys 2022.Last week, the boyband were nominated for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for their smash hit ‘Butter’ at the Grammys 2022, where they also performed the song live. However, the award ultimately went to Doja Cat and SZA for ‘Kiss Me More’.BTS have since opened up about the Grammys 2022 during a recent concert at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.

BTS member Jimin will reportedly be releasing a new solo song for tvN’s upcoming series Our Blues.Earlier today (March 15), a source from Yamyam Entertainment, the company in charge of the forthcoming Our Blues soundtrack, said that the K-pop star would be taking part in the project.“Jimin will be participating as an OST (Original Soundtrack) singer for tvN’s new Saturday-Sunday drama Our Blues,” the source said, as translated by Soompi. “Since world-class group BTS’ Jimin will be joining us, we will energise the drama with a masterpiece OST song that harmonises well with the flow of the story.”The as-yet-unnamed song will mark the idol’s first-ever original soundtrack contribution.

BTS member Jimin has updated fans on his condition following his recent COVID-19 diagnosis and surgery.On Monday (January 31), Big Hit Music confirmed that the idol had tested positive for the coronavirus and had undergone surgery for appendicitis after being admitted to hospital for abdominal pain and with a mild sore throat the previous day.Several days later, on Wednesday evening (February 2), Jimin took to fan community app Weverse to give an update on his condition. “I’m sorry for making you worry,” wrote the star.

BTS band member Jimin has tested positive for COVID-19 after undergoing surgery for acute appendicitis.The group’s label Big Hit Music confirmed to Reuters that he went to hospital on Sunday (January 30) after suffering from sudden abdominal pain along with a mild sore throat.He then tested positive for coronavirus and underwent surgery for appendicitis yesterday (January 31).“The surgery was successful and Jimin is currently recuperating after his procedure,” a statement added and that he was making a “speedy recovery” from his COVID-19 infection.ของจีมินไม่ได้เป็นแค่โควิดอะ แต่จีมินไส้ติ่งอักเสบด้วย เลยผ่าตัดไปเรียบร้อยแล้ว

BTS member Jimin’s self-designed merchandise line has sold out almost immediately after being released earlier this week.Earlier this month, HYBE launched their Artist-Made Collection by BTS, a merchandise collection featuring designs created by each member of the group. Jimin is the fifth member to launch his self-designed items, on January 18, following his bandmates Jin, RM, V and Suga.According to Korea JoongAng Daily, Jimin’s Artist-Made Collection, which was released at 11am KST, also caused the server of HYBE’s Weverse Shop to crash almost instantly after a massive volume of users around the world attempted to access the site.

BTS member Jimin’s solo track ‘Promise’ is now the most streamed song on SoundCloud.The music streaming platform announced on December 7 that ‘Promise’, which the K-pop idol released in 2018, has garnered over 300million streams on the platform.

BTS.On September 9, Joseph shared a lengthy Instagram post reflecting on his experience being in South Korea and working with BTS members J-Hope, Jimin and Jungkook. This came shortly after the group released a new performance video for their remix of ‘Butter’ featuring Megan Thee Stallion.The three boyband members, fondly dubbed ‘3J’ by fans, had performed a routine choreographed by Joseph to Megan’s verse in the video.

BTS member Jimin over their “irrational” support for the idol.On September 5, Weibo suspended the fan club called Jimin Bar from posting for 60 days. According to The Straits Times, the suspension was due to the account’s crowdfunding campaign to raise funds to celebrate the idol’s birthday.

BTS has opened up about his feelings towards the group’s success and popularity.Over the past year, the K-pop juggernauts have released three English-language hits – ‘Dynamite’, ‘Butter’ and ‘Permission To Dance’ – all of which have reached Number One on the Billboard 100.

A British influencer reportedly underwent 18 surgeries in an attempt to become BTS’ Jimin’s look-alike. The influencer, Oli London, claims to “feel Korean” now.

2020 has indeed been a year of greatness for BTS! Besides their two No. 1's on Billboard 200 with their albums Map of the Soul: 7 and BE and their three No.

I had difficulty in keeping up with the coverage and watching Map of the Soul ON:E all at the same time. I can only imagine how BTS must have felt after the first day of the concert ended! The first day of the highly-anticipated concert ended just a few moments ago and it was beyond our imagination.

It's hard to believe that we're already done with Day 1 of BTS' highly-awaited online concert MAP OF THE SOUL ON:E.

Black Swan is a classic BTS song that many would agree is an underrated genius. Whether it be the heartbreaking, thought-provoking lyrics or even the dazzling music videos, this Map of the Soul: 7 track is like fine wine; gets better with age.

The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon is THE SHOW to watch right now as BTS Week commenced three days back. Besides giving us brilliant performances on Idol and Home, we also saw the boys perform Dynamite with Jimmy Fallon and The Roots.

We're just one episode away from bidding farewell to In the SOOP BTS ver. Ep 7 saw the boys continue with their cooking adventures as they try their hands at making fried chicken.

After their thrilling Idol act on Day 1 of BTS Week on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, the septet took things a notch higher on Day 2 with their music video style performance of their 2019 hit single from Map of the Soul: Persona, Home.

It is no secret that British TV host James Corden is a close friend of Harry Styles. The two were reportedly holidaying with Adele earlier this year.

The final episode of the K-pop survival show I-LAND took place last night and while tears were shed over Daniel and K's shocking eliminations, the seven members of the new boy group ENHYPEN was unveiled. We had Yang Jungwon at No.

It's been a few days since BTS leader RM's birthday but BTS ARMY is extremely happy about all the Namjoon updates coming their way. From coming on V Live for his birthday mini-celebrations to sharing handsome photos of himself on Twitter, it was indeed a memorable 26th birthday to remember for Joonie and ARMY.

September 12 is a special day for BTS as 26 years ago, RM was born. Since their successful debut in 2013, the Bangtan leader has been a major component in the South Korean boy group's success.

It's a special day for ARMY as everyone around the world is celebrating BTS leader RM's 26th birthday today, i.e. September 12, 2020.

It has been a memorable couple of weeks for BTS. The international band shattered records and made history with their new solo track Dynamite.

In a recent interview for GQ, BTS members revealed who their style heroes were given how a major fashion inspiration they have been for many years. "I am my own hero," Jin gushed which got a woot woot from his members.