BTS’s RM and V Battle Misinterpretation Following Honest Military Reflections
In a heartfelt livestream following his military discharge, BTS leader RM and V have found themselves at the center of a media controversy. RM opened up about his mental health struggles during his 18-month service—only to have his words misrepresented by a Korean media outlet that linked his emotional statements to the ongoing NewJeans–Min Hee Jin controversy.
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During the stream, RM and V’s military journey was brought into focus, with RM expressing the lasting effects of his service. “To be honest, I’m still scared of the night even now. I’m scared of the fact that I have to sleep,” RM said. He described sleep as “hell,” often lying awake for hours and requiring medical help to rest.
Although RM and V completed their service together, V has yet to publicly address the controversy. However, his silence hasn’t stopped fans from uniting in support of both idols. Many believe the misinterpretation of RM’s words crosses ethical lines in journalism and demand accountability.
Social media is now flooded with hashtags supporting RM and V, highlighting their dedication, honesty, and resilience. Fans argue that vulnerable moments, especially involving mental health, should never be used for sensational headlines.
The situation escalated when a Korean news outlet misinterpreted RM’s comments, implying they were a veiled reference to the corporate and creative battles involving ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin and NewJeans’ management. Fans quickly rallied in defense of RM, pointing out that he never referenced the controversy and was merely being honest about his mental health.
Meanwhile, V, who also completed his military service alongside RM, has not commented on the issue publicly. However, fans have highlighted how both RM and V have spoken in the past about the emotional toll military life can take. The fact that RM was vulnerable enough to speak about his experience, only to be used for unrelated drama, has left many of the BTS ARMY deeply disappointed.
Support for RM and V has poured in from fans worldwide, praising their resilience and condemning media attempts to exploit their statements. Many emphasized the need for ethical journalism and urged the media to respect artists’ mental health disclosures without twisting them for views.
As RM and V transition back into civilian life and resume their artistic paths, fans are hopeful the focus will return to their music and well-being, not misleading headlines.
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