BTS’ RM Meets South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol During 15th Army Division Visit Amid Military Service
BTS leader RM recently added another memorable moment to his eventful September. After celebrating his 30th birthday and reaching the halfway point of his military service, RM was photographed alongside South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol during the President’s visit to the 15th Infantry Division in Gangwon Province. The visit coincided with Chuseok, Korea’s Thanksgiving holiday, and included an inspection of a newly established medical battalion.
RM and President Yoon Suk Yeol’s Visit
Images of RM smiling during the visit have gone viral, showing him and his fellow soldiers posing enthusiastically with President Yoon. These photos were also shared on the President’s official website and have garnered significant attention online. Fans of RM were quick to react, humorously commenting on social media about his expressions during the visit, with one user joking, “He’s so done LMAOOOOO,” and another calling for his “freedom.”
RM’s Ongoing Musical Success
Despite his military duties, RM continues to make waves in the music industry. His recent collaboration with American rapper Megan Thee Stallion on the track Neva Play debuted at an impressive #36 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking the highest debut for an Asian hip-hop act in 2024. Additionally, RM was featured on Billboard’s 2024 R&B/Hip-Hop Chart Toppers THE HONOR ROLL List alongside fellow BTS member V.
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— 단팥 (@RM91227) September 17, 2024
RM’s Upcoming Documentary at Busan International Film Festival
Beyond his music career, RM is also set to make a splash on the big screen. His highly anticipated documentary, RM: Right People, Wrong Place, will premiere at the 29th Busan International Film Festival this October. The documentary offers fans a rare glimpse into RM’s life before his military enlistment, showcasing the creative process behind his latest album and personal moments. The film’s premiere is expected to draw significant attention from both fans and the film industry alike.
Military Service and Future Plans
RM enlisted in December 2023, with his service scheduled to conclude in June 2025. The BTS leader has continued to impress both on the military and musical fronts, with fans eagerly anticipating his return to civilian life and his next artistic projects.
Key Points:
- RM’s Meeting with President Yoon: RM was featured in viral photos alongside President Yoon Suk Yeol during the President’s visit to the 15th Infantry Division in Gangwon Province, coinciding with Chuseok.
- Continued Musical Achievements: RM’s track Neva Play with Megan Thee Stallion debuted at #36 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking the highest debut for an Asian hip-hop act in 2024.
- Upcoming Documentary Premiere: RM’s documentary, RM: Right People, Wrong Place, will premiere at the 29th Busan International Film Festival in October, giving fans an inside look at his life before enlistment.
- Military Service Milestone: RM celebrated his 30th birthday and the halfway point of his military service, with his discharge expected in June 2025.
