While K-pop is receiving a lot of love abroad, the oldest ARMY (fandom name) who supports the group BTS has recently appeared and is a hot topic.
On the 22nd local time, an overseas netizen living in New Zealand, Mr. A, introduced himself on his personal SNS, saying, "I would like to introduce you to an 86-year-old BTS fan."
In the video, Mr. A said, "It's amazing to be a K-pop fan at this age," and said he first learned about BTS four years ago.
Mr. A said, "I live alone and have a disability, but they filled a hole in my life. I spend most of my time looking for their footsteps, such as BTS-related videos and news," and "I am happy just watching them." "he said.
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Mr. A continued, "I am so happy that the BTS members are still making their dreams come true. I hope that I will be healthy by 2025 so that I can see their full comeback."
Mr. A also cheered the members, saying, "I hope Jin is doing well, and Jungkook, please let me know what's going on! And Jimin, J-Hope, Suga, and RM did wonderful and amazing things after group activities."
At the same time, Mr. A said, “Lastly, I would like to tell you, an 86-year-old fan with many wrinkles, that ‘age cannot define the music taste you enjoy’” and left “I love you” in Korean along with a finger heart.
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When the video was released, older fans sympathized with Mr. A’s video, such as “I am 74 years old this year. I'm so glad I got to know the old people."
Netizens at home and abroad who came across Grandma's video commented, "Let's join the whole BTS in 2025!", "ARMY (fandom name) stay healthy!", "Music has no age. I'll keep that in mind", "I hope everyone is healthy and happy fan activities. I hope”, “Jungkook, Grandma is looking for you!”
etc., and cheered for Mr. A.
(Photo = TikTok 'marilynbooth786', BTS official SNS)
(SBS Substar)
(SBS Celebrity News Editor Jeon Min-jae)