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Jungkook's Rise: Netizens reflect on his 10-Year "movielike" journey from Obscurity to Icon

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Posted by Sophie-Ha Friday, November 10, 2023

K-netizens have recently been captivated by the remarkable life story of BTS member, Jungkook, whose surprise solo show in the heart of New York City has once again highlighted his incredible rise to fame.

From their humble beginnings to their current standing as one of the world's biggest music acts, the journey of the global K-pop sensation, BTS, has been nothing short of awe-inspiring. Hailing from South Korea, the talented seven members of BTS have managed to make a distinctive mark in the music industry worldwide, becoming a household name in almost every part of the globe.

Long-time fans of BTS are familiar with the hurdles the group had to overcome during the inception of their career. The band traveled to Los Angeles a decade ago, with the then-virtually-unknown members on the streets of Hollywood Boulevard trying to give away tickets to their free < SHOW AND PROVE > concert at the Troubadour in West Hollywood.

Fast forward ten years, and the youngest member of the group, Jungkook, has ascended to become one of the most famous music artists in the world. On November 9, he held an impromptu solo show and performed to a packed crowd at Times Square - a far cry from their earlier attempts to draw audiences. He showcased tracks from his solo album 'Golden,' much to the delight of the gathered crowd.




After seeing this, netizens talked about Jungkook's inspiring journey. Beginning from a relatively inconspicuous start and reaching the status of a global superstar, Jungkook's story offers an inside look at the journey of determination, talent, and perseverance. Many are saying that his story over the past 10 years is something straight out of a movie.

K-netizens commented, "Wow," "This is so inspiring," "I'm getting goosebumps," "His story is so crazy," "His life story is like a drama," "I'm holding back my tears," "A story straight out of a movie," "He rose to the top from the bottom," "I'm so proud of him," "Jungkook, I'm crying," and "This is so amazing."

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Taelingtae
Taelingtae584 pts Friday, November 10, 2023 0
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BTS story from underdogs to superstars is really inspirational!

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Bored221,735 pts Friday, November 10, 2023 0
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Well, his story is BTS' story. Very inspiring indeed.

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