Jimin, V and Jungkook of BTS were named among Korea’s top 100 richest shareholders under 30, each holding HYBE shares valued at about 21.4 billion won. The ranking highlights the growing financial clout of K-pop stars alongside Korea’s leading business figures.
BTS’s Jungkook has become the star of Rolling Stone’s first international cover project, appearing on the Korea, U.K. and Japan editions and marking a milestone as the first K-pop soloist on the U.K. cover. The feature includes new photos, an in-depth interview and highlights his record-setting global success.
Rumors of a possible relationship between BTS’s Jungkook and aespa’s Winter are gaining traction online as fans highlight matching tattoos, items and social media clues. Both agencies have stayed silent as speculation spreads.
BTS member Jungkook has become the first Korean solo artist to surpass 10 billion Spotify streams, led by the massive success of his album “Golden” and global hits such as “Seven” and “Standing Next to You.”
BTS member Jungkook was seen dining alone at a barbecue restaurant in Itaewon, sparking both admiration for his independence and debate over celebrity privacy.
BTS’s Jungkook apologized for wearing a politically charged cap at a concert rehearsal, acknowledging its historical implications and vowing greater awareness.