BTS’ Billboard Breakthrough
In a candid reflection on their Billboard Awards debut, BTS’ Jin opens up about the challenges they faced and the transformative support from their dedicated ARMY. The docuseries, “BTS’ Monuments: Beyond The Star,” sheds light on the gritty journey of these K-pop superstars, unveiling a side seldom witnessed.
Facing the Unknown at BBMA
The second episode of the series captures the moment when the Dynamite singers received a surprise announcement from Bang Si Hyuk about their inaugural trip to the Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas. Despite being acclaimed as the Artist of The Year in South Korea, the group faced new challenges on the Western stage.
Unraveling the Red Carpet Mystery
Post speech rehearsals, the members found themselves on the red carpet with only 30 minutes notice. Jin, the eldest member, recounts the perplexed expressions of attendees who questioned the group’s identity and global fame. Some were unfamiliar with the term ‘K-pop idol.’ However, the unwavering cheers from the present ARMYs acted as a rescue, enabling BTS to compose themselves and deliver a stellar performance.
ARMYs to the Rescue
As the “Epiphany” singer reflects on the moment, he acknowledges the prevailing skepticism: “Who are they? It’s an idol group I have never heard of. I don’t know why they are so popular. We became a hot topic for that reason.” Yet, he attributes their triumph to the fervent support of ARMYs during crucial events.
Dreams Realized on the Red Carpet
Suga, visibly pleased, shares his sentiments: “A lot of our fans are here. About two years ago, I had a dream that went just like this, that we are all together…” The dream turned into reality, thanks to the presence of their dedicated fan base.
Navigating Doubts and Starting Afresh
RM, expressing their uncertainties, remarks, “We were doubting whether these people were actually doing this for us. “I’m not certain.” The Billboard Music Awards heralded a new beginning for BTS, prompting them to doubt the legitimacy of their newfound fame.
Next instalments of BTS’ Monuments: Beyond The Star
For fans eagerly anticipating the next chapters of BTS’ journey, episodes 3 & 4 of the docuseries are set to release on December 27, 2023, at 5 PM (KST). Subsequent episodes will follow on January 3, 2024, and January 10, 2024, respectively, promising a deeper insight into the challenges and triumphs that shaped BTS’ rise to global stardom.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
Ans: A: BTS made their Billboard Awards debut as revealed in the second episode of “BTS’ Monuments: Beyond The Star,” receiving a surprise announcement from Bang Si Hyuk.
Ans: RM felt that the group was starting everything from the very beginning and expressed doubts about the authenticity of the newfound attention.
