BTS’ Suga returns to social media after two years with new photos
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Suga of BTS returned to social media for the first time in two years, drawing explosive reactions from fans.
On Monday, Suga uploaded several photos to his account without adding any caption. The images showed him dressed in all black while playing a guitar. The post was his first update since Aug. 25, 2023.
The return comes after a period marked by both controversy and philanthropy. In August 2024, Suga faced backlash for driving an electric scooter under the influence of alcohol in Hannam-dong, Seoul. He issued a handwritten apology at the time, saying, “My careless behavior has hurt everyone who supports me. I will live with regret and ensure this never happens again.”
Suga of BTS / Captured from Suga's social media
He completed his alternative military service as a social service worker on June 21 this year and once again apologized for the incident. “I am sorry for causing disappointment and concern. I am most upset that I hurt fans’ hearts. I also regret making things difficult for the members who had to bear the weight of my actions,” he said.
Suga also made headlines in June by donating 5 billion won ($3.6 million) to establish a treatment center for people with autism at Severance Hospital, marking the largest artist donation in the history of Yonsei Medical Center. He personally communicated with psychiatry professor Chun Geun-ah about the project’s importance and participated in program development, volunteering his time on weekends from March to June to meet children with autism.
With BTS preparing for a full-group comeback, Suga’s renewed social media activity has amplified attention. Having repeatedly expressed remorse and gone beyond donations to set up a center in his name, the star now faces the challenge of regaining the trust and support of the public and his fans.
This article from Xportsnews is translated by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.