Zakir Khan Met BTS In Korea But Didn't Recognise Them: 'Who Are You?'
Zakir Khan once met band members of BTS in Korea — but didn't know who they were.
Imagine being in a room with one of the biggest music groups in the world — and not recognising them. That's exactly what happened to Indian comedian Zakir Khan, who unknowingly spent time with the members of BTS during a visit to South Korea.
Sharing the hilarious story in a recent chat with The Lallantop, Zakir said he had travelled to Korea for an event where a top celebrity was scheduled to appear. Coincidentally, the global K‑pop group BTS was also there to meet the same celebrity. But Zakir, who admits he tends to overthink things, didn't quite put the pieces together.
'I happened to go to Korea once, and there is a very famous band there by the name of BTS. I knew there is a band called BTS and I also know that they are famous. And by chance I went there for an event to interview a very big celebrity and the band was also there to meet the same person," he said.
Because he arrived late, Zakir was grouped with the BTS members in the final entry batch. 'So I asked one of the members, 'Who are you and where are you from', and he told me they are from BTS. I thought that the Korean organising team has called for a behind-the-scenes team," he added.
He remained blissfully unaware until later. 'I was totally unaware of the fact that they are famous people. Later, when I told people that for 35 minutes I was in the same room as them, they fainted."
BTS is a seven-member South Korean boy band made up of Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook. Known for their chart-topping hits, high-energy performances, and massive global fanbase (called ARMY), they became one of the most influential music acts in the world. After taking a break for mandatory military service, all seven members have now completed their enlistment and returned to the spotlight with solo music, live shows, and fan interactions.
The band — Jin, Suga, J‑Hope, RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook — has since returned from military service and resumed solo activities, with fans eagerly following every move.
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