As BTS ARMY celebrated their 32nd birthday, sudden political unrest in South Korea sparked discontent among K-pop fans.
On December 4, as Jin celebrated his special day, South Korean President Yoon Seok-yul unexpectedly imposed martial law in the country.
Less than two hours after its implementation, members of the National Assembly convened to block the president’s decision. Meanwhile, fans continued to flood Jin with well-wishes and celebratory posts on social media.
However, the festive mood was marred by BTS haters and K-pop rivals.
Fans of other groups, including BLACKPINK’s BLINKs, NewJeans’ Tokkis (or Bunnies) and Aespa’s MYs, took part in the backlash against their birthday posts, using the uncertain political situation as an excuse to attack the BTS member.
Despite the online hostility, BTS ARMY quickly defended their idol, with many calling out critics, asking, “Whose fault is it?” As he didn’t even post about his birthday.
“Imagine being dragged because you were born, and 32 years later on the same day something bad happened. You’re all sick of turning everything into fan wars,” one fan wrote.
“Why is it always the espa stans, bp stans, and new jeans stans being psychotic and insensitive? Mind you, he’s a South Korean living in South Korea, not you,” wrote another comment. went
Similar remarks can be seen in the BTS member’s defense on social media.
It should be noted that Jin has not shared any birthday post on his official Instagram nor has he reposted any birthday wishes.