BTS member Jungkook’s emotional livestream sparks global buzz around 'KPop Demon Hunters'

BTS member Jungkook / Captured from Jungkook's livestream

BTS member Jungkook has once again captured global attention — this time through his passionate reaction to the animated film “KPop Demon Hunters.”

On Monday, Jungkook held a livestream while watching the recently released Netflix animation, “KPop Demon Hunters.” Throughout the session, he was visibly immersed in the storyline, laughing, shouting at dramatic moments and tearing up during emotional scenes — drawing empathy from fans worldwide.

Known for his emotionally driven personality, often described as “F-type” in Myers–Briggs personality type terms, Jungkook resonated deeply with the film’s characters and plot. In particular, the ending, in which the protagonist Jinu sacrifices himself to protect Rumi, left Jungkook wiping away tears and exclaiming, “You fool, you could’ve fought together.” For a moment, he fell silent, overwhelmed by emotion.

Clips from the livestream quickly spread across online communities, with fans commenting, “Jungkook is Jinu himself,” “His emotional response is amazing,” and “Jungkook is crying!”

BTS member Jungkook / Xportsnews

In another moment that thrilled viewers, Jungkook briefly sang “Soda Pop,” a catchy track from the movie’s fictional boy band Saja Boys. Though he sang just a short snippet, his smooth vocals and relaxed tone set off a wave of excitement among global fans. The clip quickly went viral across platforms, with many calling the song a “perfect match” for Jungkook’s voice.

The song’s lyrics also sparked heated discussion — especially after Jungkook himself pointed out a misheard line during the livestream. A lyric that should read “seong-e chaji an-a” (“not satisfied”) sounded more like “jachi an-a,” prompting fans to debate whether it was a pronunciation slip or an intentional stylistic choice. While some said it was understandable and harmless, others argued it lacked polish and should be re-recorded.

Jungkook’s sincere engagement with the film has helped fuel its rising popularity. Streaming numbers for the original soundtrack and clips from the animation reportedly spiked following the livestream, with industry insiders noting this as a prime example of synergy between content and artist.

This article from Xportsnews is translated by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.