BTS Jungkook, V, RM flex Gym bodies in viral pics, ARMYs spot JK’s chest tattoo

BTS Jungkook, V, RM

BTS fans were caught off guard this week when new gym photos of Jungkook, V, and RM surfaced online. The trio, often seen in stylish fits or on stage, showed a completely different side — bulked-up, gym-ready, and ripped. The photos, posted on September 19 by South Korean bodybuilder Ma Seon-Ho, spread like wildfire across social media.

For ARMYs, it was the first time in a while seeing the three bandmates together in such candid shots. The response? A mix of shock, awe, and endless emojis.

ARMYs Lose It Over the Transformation

Ma Seon-Ho, known for sharing glimpses of his training sessions with BTS idols, revealed that the photos were clicked during the group’s recent stint in Los Angeles.

Fans didn’t hold back. One X user posted, “Visual overload. The BTS princes never disappoint.”

Others got playful with nicknames, dubbing the trio “the beefy boy brigade,” “hulk line,” and “bicep boys.”

Jungkook’s Tattoo Steals the Show

Amid the frenzy over the bulked-up physiques, ARMYs noticed something else — a better glimpse of Jungkook’s chest tattoo. He’s been teasing bits of it for months, but these new pictures offered the clearest look yet.

One fan screamed online: “The tattooooooooo! Zoom in rn.” Another added, “Jungkook’s tattoo, biceps, and pecs… lord have mercy.”

What’s Next for BTS

The gym update comes as BTS preps for their long-awaited comeback album, expected to drop in spring 2026. The group recently wrapped a work stint in the U.S., fueling even more speculation about what’s to come.

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For now, though, ARMYs seem happy enough with their idols’ latest transformation. As one comment summed it up: “Honestly, V’s transformation is so impressive. They’re all looking good!”

FAQs

Q1: Who posted BTS’s new gym photos?
The photos were shared by South Korean bodybuilder Ma Seon-Ho, who often trains with the idols.

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Q2: Why are fans talking about Jungkook’s tattoo?
The new gym pics gave the clearest view yet of Jungkook’s chest tattoo, which he has only teased before.

Q3: When is BTS’s next album coming out?
BTS is expected to release their comeback album in spring 2026 after spending months working in Los Angeles.