The highly anticipated reunion of BTS brought joy to fans worldwide as Jin, the eldest member, completed his mandatory military service and returned to the group. On Wednesday, heartwarming images and videos flooded social media, capturing the emotional moment when Jin, clad in his military uniform, was warmly welcomed by his bandmates.
In a viral video that quickly made the rounds on fan pages, Jungkook, RM, J-Hope, Jimin, and V were seen eagerly waiting outside the military premises. As Jin stepped out, he was met with heartfelt hugs and cheers from his fellow members. RM, in a delightful twist, pulled out a saxophone and performed a rendition of their Grammy-nominated hit song “Dynamite,” adding a unique and celebratory touch to the occasion.
One member noticeably absent from the initial gathering was Suga, but the joyous reunion was soon commemorated with an official post on BTS’s X account. The post featured a group picture of all seven members, including Suga, gathered in a cozy setting. They were seen sitting on a couch, flashing peace signs, with a celebratory white cake and muffins adorning the table in front of them. A banner behind them proudly declared, “Jin is back.”
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— 방탄소년단 (@BTS_twt) June 12, 2024
Fans were quick to express their excitement and relief in the comments. One fan poignantly noted, “Home isn’t a place, it’s a feeling. This is it.” Another jubilantly wrote, “Welcome back my beautiful Jin BTS family.” The BTS X account itself broke a six-month silence to exclaim “JIN IS BACK,” marking the momentous occasion with a heartfelt message celebrating the end of Jin’s enlistment.
Jin’s military journey began in December 2022 when he reported for his 18-month service at a front-line South Korean boot camp in Yeoncheon, near the North Korean border. He underwent five weeks of rigorous basic training alongside fellow conscripts before being assigned to his army unit.
The reunion not only marks Jin’s return but also hints at the potential for new group activities and music from BTS, much to the anticipation of their global fanbase. As fans continue to celebrate Jin’s homecoming, the world waits eagerly to see what the future holds for the beloved group.
For now, BTS and their ARMY are simply cherishing the moment of being seven members strong once again.