BTS’ Jin may carry the torch for the 2024 Paris Olympics: Here’s all you need to know
Jin completed his military service on June 12, with fellow BTS members RM, J-Hope, V, Jungkook, Jimin, and Suga warmly welcoming him back as he exited the Army Division.
Jin began his 18-month military duty near the North Korean border, undergoing initial training before joining an army unit.
BTS member Jin, fresh from his military discharge, is already embarking on new opportunities, possibly including a prestigious role at the upcoming 2024 Paris Summer Olympics. Scheduled for July 27, this globally anticipated event will showcase approximately 142 South Korean athletes competing across 21 sports, ranging from badminton to fencing.
Reports suggest Jin could join over 11,000 torchbearers, including Holocaust survivors, astronauts, and prominent athletes, in carrying the Olympic torch through 400 locations over a distance of 12,000 kilometers. Reacting to the buzz, Jin’s agency HYBE emphasized that any details related to the Olympics must first be coordinated with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) before formal disclosure. A representative stated, “We are in the process of organizing our stance on the torch relay and will make an official announcement soon.”
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Jin completed his military service on June 12, with fellow BTS members RM, J-Hope, V, Jungkook, Jimin, and Suga warmly welcoming him back as he exited the Army Division.
For those unfamiliar, Jin began his 18-month military duty near the North Korean border, undergoing initial training before joining an army unit. Ahead of his departure, his bandmates showed unwavering support for their ‘Hyung’. BTS leader RM shared, “Jin, as the eldest, assured us he would experience everything firsthand and keep us informed.”
In December 2023, RM and V commenced their military service, with Jimin and Jungkook following suit at later dates. The entire BTS ensemble is anticipated to reunite in 2025 upon completing their compulsory service.
On the professional front, Jin is reportedly gearing up for a stint on the survival reality show, “I’m Glad You Got a Good Rest,” also known as “Half-star Hotel in Lost Island.” The show’s premise challenges participants to transform a deserted island into a functional hotel, catering to guests. Specific details about Jin’s role in the show have yet to be disclosed. Stay tuned as Jin continues to navigate his post-military career, potentially lighting up the Paris Olympics torch relay with his presence.
