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Pink Villa
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Jin reveals WHY there is no Run Seokjin encore concert, compares BTS members' buff with his thin frame
BTS member Jin is currently performing in Dallas as part of his RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR. He has already reached the second half of his first solo world tour, with just 4 more venues left to grace. As the concluding August concert nears, fans were curious to know if it will extend with an encore show. Sadly, Jin shared that there wasn't any such possibility due to a specific reason. Besides this, he also revealed working on his physique lately. Why will RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR not follow up with an encore stage? Following the massive success of J-Hope 's HOPE ON THE STAGE FINAL Goyang encore concerts, BTS ARMY was looking forward to Jin 's Run Seokjin tour culminating with similar acts. However, during a July 23 Wever livestream, he put an end to the speculations, stating that there were no plans for encore stages. The Don't Say You Love Me singer also revealed the reason for the same. "Unfortunately, we failed to reserve a concert venue, so I don't think there will be [encore shows]," he said. It saddened the fans, however, they tried to be understanding of the decision. According to them, Jin did enough by performing for them for about 1.5 months, along with playing Run Jin style fun games with them. They said, "we're grateful to be able to experience the Run Seokjin tour with him." Some expressed their wish for the decision to be altered somehow, while others refuted the possibility, citing that the solo tour was planned last minute. As per them, booking good venues amid tours of some other big artists was practically impossible. Jin compares his muscle with fellow BTS teammates Besides talking about his concerts, Jin also opened up on working on his body lately. He mentioned exercising in the morning for staying healthy and building muscles. He tried to flex his biceps, but ends up cracking BTS ARMY with his hilarious comment. He said, "Nothing [no muscle pump] is showing much." He further stated that the members asked him why he looked shredded, while he himself thought that he put on weight already. He then said that the reason why fellow teammates consider him slim is because they have bigger arm muscles.
Forbes
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Jin's ‘RUNSEOKJIN_EP. TOUR' Brings Silliness And Sincerity To Anaheim
Jin during his RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR in Anaheim, CA, July 18, 2025 Two months after BTS member Kim Seokjin, aka Jin, was discharged from the military, the first episode of Run Jin aired on BTS' Official YouTube Channel. A spinoff of the group's variety show, Run BTS!, Run Jin focused on the oldest member trying new things, such as fencing, climbing a mountain, returning to his old high school, playing against fellow artists in games, interacting with kids, and other various challenges. As the first member to complete his military service at the time, Jin didn't want to keep ARMY – the name for BTS' fandom – waiting for content. With 36 episodes in total, the show concluded in May with Jin discussing his plans for the real finale, a world tour: #RUNSEOKJIN_EP. TOUR. As he enters his meeting with the concert planners, he details some information he had wanted to include but had been censored. He tells his team, 'I just think it'll be really fun! And it'll make it feel like we're really interacting [with ARMY]! Run Jin is all about fun.' He then turns to the camera, telling his viewers, 'The Run Jin that made you laugh may be ending, but the Run Jin where I come to see you is just getting started. Then, should we all start running?' Last night, at the Honda Center in Anaheim, was the start of the North American leg of Jin's tour. ARMY was scattered all around outside the arena, either waiting in line to purchase concert merchandise, waiting to enter the venue, or just meeting with other fellow fans. Many were dressed in 'Jin-core'–the silly style of the singer. From fans dressed in Super Mario Bros. costumes (dedicated to his visit to Universal Studios Japan Nintendo World) to fans dressed as fishermen or fish (an ode to his love for fishing), it was apparent which member of BTS's concert this was for. Many passed out 'freebies'–a popular trend within the fandom–dedicated to Jin, filled with fan-made photocards, handmade bracelets, stickers, charms, or even a custom compact mirror. The Honda Center was even involved in the fanfare activities by offering free airbrush tattoos dedicated to the pop star at their arena brewery. RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR in Anaheim, CA, July 18, 2025 As the sold-out arena began to fill the purplish-blue-lit room, many were excited to see another adored member of BTS live on stage. It had been three months since j-hope performed in Los Angeles, and a month since the final member of BTS–Suga–was discharged from civil service to join the rest of the group. Fans chattered, wondering if there would be special guests joining Jin on stage, as BTS are all now reunited. Jin and Jung Kook had performed as special guests for j-hope's final HOPE ON THE STAGE concert in Seoul. Also, with Jin as the most unpredictable member of the group, anything was possible. All the noise came to a sudden stop as the lights dimmed, and then a burst of cheers as fans realized the concert was about to begin. Suddenly, the global superstar, dressed in a shimmery outfit, calmly walked on stage. With his hair slicked back and his forehead exposed (it's a thing for his fans), he strutted down the runway as if he owned the place towards a podium with a buzzer on top. He held his hand up and slapped the buzzer, which prompted everything to come alive–laser lights, confetti, sparklers, and the screens lit up in Run Jin graphics. He screamed to the rousing audience, 'Are you ready?!' Jin during his RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR in Anaheim, CA, July 18, 2025 He began to dance around the stage in celebration, singing 'Running Wild,' the lead single from his debut EP, Happy. The entire arena became a large dance party as they sang along to the chorus with him. The dance party continued with 'I'll Be There' as the room filled with laser lights shooting from the stage, with puffs of theatrical smoke blowing upwards on the sides of the stage. He was welcomed with cheers and barks from the crowd. Like many other Korean artists, Jin didn't seem to understand the concept, but accepted it as a sign of affection, even barking back at one point during the concert. He asked the crowd how the concert was going, and when he was met with screams, he laughed in response, 'Ah, excited.' To build up the anticipation for ARMY, he had a countdown timer set for a minute before moving to the next portion, which consisted of more upbeat, melodic tunes. As he began 'With the Clouds,' from his recent album ECHO, the platform beneath him began to rise as if he were being placed in the sky with cloud graphics displayed behind him. The song, which goes through three tone changes without warning, seemed effortless for the singer. His steady voice shone through during the complex high notes, ensuring that he's not depending on any backtracks throughout the pitch changes. He immediately followed up with the steady but lively song, 'Falling.' He began his introduction with his signature move–staring seductively into the camera before blowing a kiss to the audience–proving his nickname as World Wide Handsome. He introduced himself as 'Jin of BTS,' which was met with more cheers at the mention of the beloved group he's been a part of for over a decade. He explained that the concert wasn't just any typical concert – it was designed to feel like a live episode of Run Jin. He had the audience learn a phrase spoken at the beginning and the end of his episodes. He will say '달리다' ('Run') and the audience must respond, 'Seokjin!' while moving their arm and finger across their body, symbolizing that the audience are his special guests in this episode. Instead of the traditional VCRs, fans were treated to fun games, which also meant the singer would have few moments to rest. After he performed 'Don't Say You Love Me,' the lead single from ECHO, he shared that they were going to play a game with a special guest. Everyone cheered, thinking it might be one of his members, but was met with a mixture of cheers and sighs when he revealed, 'Anaheim ARMY!' The first game was charades, where the audience had to act out the word for Jin to guess. On screen, audiences were given three outfit options from Run Jin – traditional Korean hanbok, taekwondo gi, or the farmer's look – that he would wear in the next set if they were to complete the mission. After two hilarious guesses, one of which he made fun of ARMY's interpretations, Jin was successful in the game, and the farmer's outfit was declared the winner. In the complete farmer outfit–a large straw hat, purple rainboots, and all–Jin performed his viral hit, 'Super Tuna,' to graphics reflecting the ridiculous nature of the song. He then had the audience pick a song to karaoke to while he changed for the next set. The audience picked a classic BTS song, 'Anpanman,' which had Jin dancing in the background of the karaoke video. Jin during his RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR in Anaheim, CA, July 18, 2025 He appeared again onstage with a piano, introducing his slower, more heartfelt and heartbreaking songs, 'I Will Come To You,' 'Abyss,' Background,' and 'Another Level.' All of which showcased Jin's wide vocal range, including his impressive control of the high notes, proving that he's more than just a 'handsome face.' With his second game, ARMY had to sing snippets of select songs for Jin to guess correctly. The first guess was the all-English track, 'Don't Say You Love Me,' which proved easy for the American audience to understand. When it came to the second song challenge, which was BTS's debut song 'No More Dream' (and entirely in Korean), the audience failed to keep up with the Korean words, prompting Jin to poke fun at ARMY's limited knowledge of Korean. In the third song challenge, 'Loser,' which was a mix of English and Korean, the audience was able to perfectly sing the English parts while hilariously stumbling over the Korean portion. After the game, he continued the set with 'Loser,' followed by his country song, 'Rope It,' during which he donned a cowboy hat. Jin during his RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR in Anaheim, CA, July 18, 2025 As homage to his group, he performed a BTS medley piece consisting of 'Dynamite,' 'Butter,' 'Mikrokosmos,' and 'Spring Day,' which caused several people in the crowd to burst into tears—images from their respective music videos played in the background of each song. Though Jin had made fun of ARMY's lack of Korean, it felt as if everyone in the room knew the [Korean] lyrics to Spring Day by heart. At least the ending vocal portion, which prompted Jin to stop and look into the crowd, taking in the moment. He then moved on to a new set design, one filled with graphics of the universe, for 'The Astronaut.' It felt inspired by his song collaborators, Coldplay, as the stage lights and ARMY Bombs (their official lightstick) shone in multiple colors, with giant planet balloons floating through the crowd. It showcased Jin's close connection with the British rock band, one that was mutually shared. He then ended the set with 'Nothing Without Your Love.' The time between the concert and the encore was a moment for fans to show off their posters, signs, costumes, and flags on the big screen. As each was shown, cheers echoed the arena as many were highlighted, including 'Thank You, Jin,' 'King Seokjin,' 'Can I Be Your Best Catch?,' and a poster with BTS saying 'We Are Back!' Before Jin appeared back on stage for the encore, a video-game style recap of Run Jin was played on the screens. Memorable moments from the series were played, and met with cheers, as 'I'll Be There For You' played over the speakers. Jin during his RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR in Anaheim, CA, July 18, 2025 Wearing his Anaheim jersey merchandise, Jin stepped out from the darkness to sing his thoughtful ballad, 'Epiphany.' Afterward, he expressed his appreciation to ARMY for their continued support, promising to continue doing his best for them. He then challenged a few lucky ARMY to sing the introduction to 'Moon'–a song written with ARMY in mind–with him. The three challengers all passed with the notes, which left Jin impressed, as he sang the rest of the pop-rock song. Though many thought that was the end of the show, since Moon was Jin's love song to ARMY, he popped up to sing the final song, 'To Me, Today.' The uplifting song is about being in the moment and letting go of worries, which he wanted to send ARMY off with. As he sang, images from his Run Jin series appeared in the background to remind viewers that this was the entire reason he created the show and the concert — to allow audiences to enjoy and embrace it. The entire concert was a reminder of what J-hope said in the Run Jin finale, 'I'm sure you had fun watching the show, but he always thought long and hard about what he could do to make ARMY happy. He really is a fool who thinks only about ARMY. He does his best even in the toughest moments, and when he finds himself in unfamiliar environments, he naturally fits in. That's just who our Seokjin is.' And, it's apparent that ARMY truly loves him for it.
Hype Malaysia
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
From 'GOING SEVENTEEN' To 'Run BTS': 5 K-pop Idol Variety Shows That You Can Watch On YouTube
Back in the day, K-pop idols could only show off their variety show skills on established programmes and broadcasts. However, with the help of YouTube, so many of the biggest K-pop stars now have their own variety shows that everyone can watch for free! These web series are the perfect addition to your YouTube subscription list, offering tons of laughter and entertainment. Whether you're looking for something to watch with your friends or something to binge over the weekend, these web series will have you in tears laughing! GOING SEVENTEEN What started as a vlog series, where SEVENTEEN (세븐틴) members shared moments from their days, turn into a popular variety show that even non-fans love! 'GOING SEVENTEEN' is SEVENTEEN's weekly variety show, where the members partake various activities depending on the episode's concept, including completing challenges or role-playing in skits. All seasons are available on the official SEVENTEEN YouTube channel. New episodes air every Wednesday. Run BTS Some of BTS' (방탄소년단) most viral moments and funniest jokes come from their web series, 'Run BTS'. In each episode, the global sensations shed their idol image and partake in various activities, from game show-like challenges to fashion shows. In 2024, as part of the group's military hiatus, HYBE launched 'Run Jin', a 'Run BTS' spin-off centred on member Jin (진). Both shows are currently on hiatus, but you can catch up on all episodes until their return on the BANGTANTV and RUN BTS YouTube channels. Changing Majors Ever curious about what different university majors have to offer? Well, 'Changing Majors' gives you just that – with a K-pop twist! The ootb Studio web series features the season's host as they go through a day of student life in South Korea's universities and schools, experiencing each course and class with hilarious outcomes. The show's current host is EXO's Kai (엑소 카이), but the previous seasons were hosted by BTOB's Changsub (비투비 창섭). You can watch all the seasons of the show on ootb Studio's YouTube Channel, with new episodes out every Thursday. ZIP DAESUNG It's no surprise that BIGBANG (빅뱅) member and veteran variety show idol Daesung (대성) has his own show on YouTube. While the show focuses on the singer chatting with his guests, some episodes showcase him engaging in fun activities, like challenging fellow idols to a game of tennis or setting up a pop-up cafe for his fans. New episodes air every Friday on the ZIP DAESUNG YouTube channel. TIME TO TWICE Renowned girl group TWICE (트와이스) are funnier than you'd think – just let their 'TIME TO TWICE' web series prove it! In this variety show, the girl group engage in a range of fun activities, including indoor playgrounds and childhood games. The show also recently introduced a spin-off show featuring members Jeongyeon, Jihyo and Nayeon, set at a Korean bathhouse. New episodes of the show air every Friday on the official TWICE YouTube channel.
Pink Villa
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Jin RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR Day 1 in Goyang: V, RM, J-Hope show support, BTS' parents attend, Choi Ye Na duet and more
BTS' Jin has officially launched his first solo fan concert tour, RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR. And the opening night couldn't have been more electric. On June 28, Jin lit up the Goyang Auxiliary Stadium with a concert. It brought heartfelt performances, playful segments, and an undeniable connection with ARMY. An extension of his variety series Run Jin, this solo tour is Jin's personal gift to fans. It was packed with nostalgia, charm, and his signature humor. The stage came alive as Jin greeted thousands of fans, setting the tone with a dramatic performance of Running Wild. It's the title track from his solo debut album Happy. BTS support and flying kisses for ARMY As soon as the concert began, fans spotted familiar faces in the crowd. BTS members V (Kim Taehyung), RM, and J-Hope made surprise appearances to cheer on their bandmate. Moreover, Jungkook's, Yoongi's, and J-Hope's parents were also spotted showing their support at the concert. After opening with I'll Be There, With the Clouds, and Falling, Jin paused to greet ARMY warmly. Flashing his signature flying kisses, he teased, 'I really wanted to do the kiss so much, and at interviews, I said I would wait to do it at the concert.' Hearing him, cheers erupted across the stadium. Run Jin comes to life on stage Taking the theme of challenges from Run Jin, Jin brought fan-interactive games into the concert setlist. In one highlight, he declared ARMY the special guest of the night, saying, 'You are all my favorite people.' He then launched into the Telepathy Game, where he guessed fan-actuated keywords. Each correct answer influenced his costume choice for the quirky track Super Tuna. Later, a Sing Along Game brought out the infamous tray penalty from Run Jin. Jin laughed through the chaos, even pretending to lose on the final question just to make fans laugh. 'It's really fun listening to your singing. It feels like I've become a fan of ARMY,' he beamed. Explosive guest performances Jin gave fans a rollercoaster of emotions with soulful piano renditions of I Will Come to You and Abyss. Then, switching gears, he fired up the stadium with rock-infused tracks like Background and Another Level. The energy skyrocketed when Choi Ye Na joined Jin for a duet of Loser. Their chemistry lit up the stage, and before exiting, Ye Na teased her upcoming comeback in late July. She expressed her gratitude for performing in front of ARMY. A medley of hits Jin continued the show with Rope It and a vibrant medley of BTS classics including Dynamite, Butter, Mikrokosmos, and Spring Day. It turned the stadium into a glowing sea of purple lightsticks and voices. As the grand finale approached, Jin performed a moving rendition of The Astronaut. He laid flat on stage as confetti and fireworks created a dreamlike ending. But ARMY wasn't ready to let go. encore, epiphany, and moonlight moments Responding to chants, Jin returned for an emotional encore, performing his beloved solo track Epiphany from Love Yourself: Answer. Taking a moment to reflect, he revealed that the entire tour was prepared in just four months. It's a fraction of the usual year-long planning. With a giant group selfie and one last shout of Run Jin!, he descended from the stage to sing Moon up close with the crowd. He wrapped up the concert with To Me, Today. Witty merch and what's next One special detail has gone viral! A towel handed out at the concert was stamped with the cheeky message: 'Towel of those who won the ticketing battle.' Fans flooded online communities with photos, praising Jin's humor and thoughtfulness. Jin's Goyang stop includes an additional performance before he heads abroad for the rest of the RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR. The tour is set to continue in Chiba, Osaka, Anaheim, Dallas, Tampa, Newark, London, and Amsterdam.
Time of India
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
BTS Jin is all set for his first solo tour; Fans speculate if the idol will make them climb walls and take part in water activities - deets inside!
BTS Jin is all set to begin his first-ever solo tour 'RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR' from tomorrow onwards. The first two shows are scheduled for June 28 and 29 at the Goyang Auxiliary Stadium. Jin's recent announcements about how fans need to wear sneakers/running shoes instead of heels for the show have built up anticipation about the activities planned for the concert. Now, more and more revelations are coming forth about what fans can expect from the concert tomorrow. Fans speculate about activities planned for the first show of Jin's solo tour Jin's first-ever solo tour has brought forth a lot of expectations from fans. With the idol mentioning in a recent video about how heels should be avoided, ARMYs have been wondering what kind of activities will be held. Now, photos of the stages set up in the area of the Goyang Stadium are being shared online, building up anticipation about the event. A wall-climbing zone has been spotted by fans in the area, making netizens wonder whether the 'Echo' singer plans to make a field day out of the concert show. More about 'RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR' Previously, fans had been advised to wear comfortable footwear as compared to heels, and had also been told that ponchos and raincoats would be provided during the show. This, along with the wall-climbing set-up, has sent fans into a frenzy about what all has been planned for BTS Jin's tour. Many fans have been speculating that the tour will host activities related to the idol's solo variety show 'Run Jin'. The show used to feature Jin playing and taking part in various activities such as wall-climbing, adventure sports, and more.
