BTS' Jin's first live session after 18 months garners over 2 million views within 10 minutes!

BTS Jin

Jin, the eldest member of the globally acclaimed K-pop group BTS, has finally been discharged from the military on June 12, 2024, marking a momentous day for BTS and their fans worldwide. The return of Jin, known for his charismatic presence and musical talent, has been eagerly anticipated by the ARMY. To celebrate his return, Jin hosted a live session on the fan community app Weverse, drawing over 2 million views in just 10 minutes!

During his first live session in 18 months, Jin shared heartfelt insights and updates about his time in the military and the messages he received from fellow soldiers. He began the session with the iconic BTS greeting, humorously noting that he felt more handsome, albeit with a bit of puffiness from recent tears. Jin expressed his joy at being warmly welcomed back at the HYBE building, where he was greeted with a massive flower bouquet.

Reflecting on his military service, Jin shared touching messages from his fellow soldiers, who had formed strong bonds with him during their time together. One notable message expressed how memorable the time with Jin was, wishing him health and happiness and expressing eagerness to see him on TV again. Jin also proudly showcased an award he received for completing his military service, demonstrating his dedication and achievements during his enlistment.

Jin took the opportunity to discuss the highly anticipated FESTA hug event, scheduled for June 13 KST. He candidly shared the process behind the event, revealing that he had proposed the idea of free hugs as a way to connect with fans who had waited for him. Initially met with concerns about crowd control and safety, Jin persisted, and after discussions, it was decided that he would give 1000 hugs at the event.

In addition to the hug event, Jin mentioned his performance plans, noting that while he hadn't prepared extensively, he was excited about the prospect of performing again. He humorously recounted a conversation with fellow member Jimin about feeling out of practice, indicating their shared anticipation for returning to the stage.

The FESTA event promises to be a memorable occasion, with a second session titled 'Message from Jin' where over 3000 fans will have the opportunity to see him talk and perform. Jin concluded his live session with a heartfelt promise to stay connected with his fans more frequently now that he is a free civilian. He encouraged fans to take lots of photos at the event, emphasising his excitement for future interactions.