Controversial Moment: Fan Tries to Kiss BTS’s Jin at Special Hug Event After Discharge

After 18 months of serving as an assistant instructor at the 5th Infantry Division’s training center in Yeoncheon, Gyeonggi Province, he was discharged on June 12th. This makes him the first BTS member to complete his mandatory military service.

Jin joined ARMYs (fandom) at the Jamsil Arena in Seoul on June 13th for the “2024 FESTA” event. This special occasion, held to commemorate BTS’s debut, included a special hugging session where Jin lovingly embraced 1,000 fans. With his boyish charm and short hair, a reminder of his military service, Jin captured hearts as he sported a cute sign that read “Hug me” .

The atmosphere at the event area near Jamsil was alive with ARMYs from various countries, all donning purple attire and accessories, braving the heat to commemorate BTS’s 11th debut anniversary and Jin’s return from military service.

Despite the overall positive vibe, a few moments during the hug event caused controversy.

In numerous videos and photos shared online, a fan can be seen getting uncomfortably close to Jin, giving the impression that she may attempt to kiss him. This sparked anger among netizens, who believed that the fan had crossed boundaries and made Jin feel uneasy. This incident served as a reminder of the significance of respecting personal boundaries, even in enthusiastic fan interactions.

THE SECOND ARMY WAS WHISPERING AND ALMOST KISS SEOKJIN’S CHEEKSME WHEN I WANT A HUG TOO😭pic.twitter.com/Bkd2zfAXwS

— 방탄아미⁷ | JIN IS COMING HOME | Fan Account (@HuriaKimV) June 13, 2024