Six of the seven BTS (방탄소년단) members have officially completed their mandatory military service, bringing the long-anticipated full group reunion within arm’s reach. As the members return to civilian life, some have already begun sharing reflections on their time in the military and the personal growth they’ve experienced during their service.
Eager to reconnect, Jimin (지민) and Jungkook (정국) went on a livestream to celebrate their discharge. During the broadcast, they opened up to fans with heartfelt stories, expressed their appreciation for the continued support, and shared how their time away shaped their perspectives.
During the live session, Jimin opened up about his noticeable weight gain, revealing that he had put on 10kg during his military service. Surrounded by fit soldiers and bigger guys, he felt inspired to start bulking up himself. However, this led him to start being self-conscious about his body. So, to shed the extra weight before reappearing in public, he took up early morning runs.
Jimin explained how difficult it was to stop overeating in the military, largely due to the high carbohydrate content of every meal. “The trays are the problem,” he said. “The rice is packed, the soup has carbs, and even the side dishes are loaded with them.” Jungkook chimed in, agreeing that the trays were not only filled with food but were also surprisingly delicious, making it even harder to resist.
The response from ARMY’s has been overwhelmingly supportive. Fans have quickly made it known just how much they care about Jimin, expressing their love for him regardless of his appearance or weight. Many have flooded social media with encouraging messages, emphasising that his health and happiness matter far more than any number on the scale.
At the same time, they’ve urged him to eat well and not push himself too hard, especially if he’s doing so out of pressure. Ultimately, ARMY continues to stand by him, reminding him that he’s cherished not for how he looks, but for who he is—on and off the stage.
Here is the full live stream, or skip to 18:08 for his comment on his weight gain.
Source: AllKpop
Zaima Humaria contributed to this article.
