On December 17 KST, the first glimpses of
BTS
's
Jungkook and Jimin
since their enlistment stirred a whirlwind of excitement in Korean online communities. The photos, which quickly became a trending topic, offered a rare peek into the lives of the globally celebrated idols as they undergo their mandatory military service.
In one of the revealed images,
Jungkook
is captured in a studious moment, seated at a desk, visibly engrossed in receiving instructions.
In a parallel setting,
Jimin
is portrayed clapping in what appears to be a lecture environment. The post sharing these snapshots aptly captioned them as "BTS's Jungkook and Jimin's first training camp photos —they say it's from a writing seminar".
The revelation sparked a surge of reactions from netizens, who were seeing the iconic BTS members in their soldier avatars for the first time. Comments flooded the online space, expressing sentiments such as "No matter who looks at it, you can easily tell that's Jungkook and Jimin", underscoring the distinct and recognizable features of the two idols. Admirers marvelled at their enduring handsomeness, even with buzzed hair, with remarks like "Wow, they're even handsome with their hair buzzed" and "Even with bad photo quality, you can tell it's them as soon as you look".
The quality of the images did little to hinder the fans' ability to identify and appreciate Jungkook and Jimin. Some humorously noted, "Jungkook looks handsome even when all you can see are his eyebrows and T-zone", emphasizing the enduring charm of the BTS member. The lighthearted observation that the duo is taking a writing class added a touch of endearment to the reactions, with comments like "Hahahaha, it's so cute they're taking a writing class", reflecting the fans' affectionate connection with the artists.
Jimin and Jungkook enlisted on December 12, marking the final phase of BTS members fulfilling their mandatory military service. With all members now enlisted, fans eagerly anticipate the group's reunion in 2025 when they are scheduled to return as a complete and dynamic ensemble. Until then, glimpses of their training camp experiences continue to captivate the hearts of fans worldwide, fostering a sense of connection even as the members embark on this individual and transformative journey.
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