On June 12, 2024, the K-pop world celebrated a significant event as Kim Seok-jin, known as Jin from the globally renowned boy band BTS, completed his mandatory military service. Jin’s discharge not only made waves in South Korea but also became a global media sensation, capturing headlines in numerous prestigious outlets around the world.
K-MEDIA,
"Even though many male celebs have experienced discharge from military Jin's has different weight as his return to activities beginning soon goes beyond his personal growth and will result in future of BTS and HYBE and the Korean pop culture industry all together"#JIN pic.twitter.com/TvA26L6Tpr
— JIN UPDATES (@seokjin_updates) June 11, 2024
Leading Western publications such as The New York Times, Variety, Rolling Stone, Vogue, The Telegraph, and Forbes were quick to cover the news of Jin’s return. Major US media outlets including NBC News, CNN, Billboard, and The Washington Post also highlighted the event, emphasizing its significance not only to the fans but also to the global music industry.
Ny times, variety, Rolling stones, the Telegraph Forbes almost every main stream US media has covered the news of JIN's discharge and his "in-person fan meet" on Festa#JIN #진 @bts_bighit pic.twitter.com/xEMFjctO5c
— JIN UPDATES (@seokjin_updates) June 12, 2024
The fervor wasn’t confined to the United States. In Europe, The Guardian and NME reported extensively on Jin’s discharge. Consequence, Paris Match, BBC, and Daily Mail provided detailed coverage, underscoring the cultural and economic impact of Jin’s return to the entertainment scene. Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) joined the fray, reflecting the global reach and influence of BTS.
[𝗜𝗡𝗙𝗢] || The biggest key global media outlets and news networks today reported on Jin's military discharge ㅡ 👏😍🔥
Guardian, Consequence, Australian broadcasting corporation, Yahoo, NBC News, CNN, Rolling Stone, BBC, Forbes, New York Times, Billboard, NME, Paris Match,… pic.twitter.com/TMAQlSe9au
— JIN FACTS || 🛸 Seokjin Era (@_LunarWolfJin) June 12, 2024
Unsurprisingly, Asian media played a crucial role in amplifying the news. Outlets such as The South China Morning Post, Yahoo, Times Now, and Dispatch ensured that every moment of Jin’s discharge was covered. Even the Mayor and the US Embassy in Seoul acknowledged the event. Jin’s discharge was included in the official list of this week’s main dates in Korea.
the main events of the week in South Korea by the biggest S. Korean news agency.
June 12th (Wednesday):
BTS JIN is discharged from the military after completing his military service.
this is the first time when a korean idol is mentioned in this list. pic.twitter.com/MJ70cPfyWF
— yougotnojams (@seokjin_halo) June 10, 2024
trending HOT on Yahoo Japan under 'Breaking News' category with 650 comments "Jin has completed his military service and will resume his activities". the general public is tuning in 🔥 pic.twitter.com/15Rgvpoxwg
— yougotnojams (@seokjin_halo) June 12, 2024
Every major Korean TV channel reported on Jin’s discharge from the military: KBS, SBS, MBC, JTBC, tvN, Channel A, YTN, Arirang TV, Mnet, EBS. Nippon TV News, a Japanese media powerhouse, did an on-site report on Jin’s return and interview some fans. This is their first time doing this, moreover for a K-pop idol.
Jin's discharge from the military is dominating the TV news cycle 🥰#방탄소년단진 #진 #Seokjin #BTSJIN #JIN pic.twitter.com/p9ChVId2si
— jin (@seokjinyeogiya) June 12, 2024
Nippon TV News, a Japanese media powerhouse, did an on-site report on #Jin's return and interview some fans. This is their first time doing a 🪖 return, for a korean idol at that…oh kim seokjin you will be Japan's sweetheart!
RETURN OF OUR PRIDE JIN#TheAstronautReturns_D1 pic.twitter.com/hPQcsHTwn4
— jin festa 🎉🩷💙 (@jinakgay) June 10, 2024
[Japan Nihon Tele news(日テレNEWS)] 240612.
🧑🏫It's a superstar's discharge from the military.
🧑💻There is a big cheering banner of Jin installed by the fans. There are also balloons.
🧑🏫Jin of BTS joined the army for a year and a half.
👩🍳restaurant: It's a celebration that such… pic.twitter.com/GETa2tnz9g
— star_jin (@nightstar1201) June 12, 2024
Jin’s name dominated social media, with over 4.5 million tweets in the past two days, making him the most talked-about artist worldwide. He was the most-googled person on June 12.
JIN takes over twitter and became the most tweeted personality worldwide during the last 2 days with over 4.5M mentions. pic.twitter.com/jiJFyeoGM5
— JIN SPACE ⁊ WELCOME BACK JIN (@JINSPACE) June 12, 2024
Jin’s return was not just a personal milestone but a significant cultural event. His discharge is now regarded as the most talked-about military discharge of a K-pop artist in history, highlighting the global influence and passionate fanbase of BTS. The timing of his return coincided with the annual BTS Festa, during which Jin is set to hold an “in-person fan meet,” further thrilling the ARMY.
a post about seokjin getting discharged is trending on pann with almost 100k views and 735+ upvotes!! the comments are all praising him 🥹
“you’re so handsome” pic.twitter.com/kBTf1RR8D2
— 🍒 HAPPY JINDEPENDENCE DAY (@wootteocharts) June 12, 2024
THIS IS 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 THE JIN IMPACT pic.twitter.com/13QmNhTVdc
— Bangtan_streamers⁷ (@Bangtan7_Stream) June 12, 2024
As Jin steps back into the limelight, the world watches with bated breath for the next chapter of his journey. His return is more than just the end of his military service; it marks a new beginning.
