BTS member Kim Namjoon relished his time in the military, discussing both positive and challenging aspects; the band encourages him to remain stationary due to these experiences.
In an exclusive interview with Harper's Bazaar Korea, Kim Namjoon, also known as RM, opened up about his life during military service and his aspirations as a BTS member.
The upcoming BTS record will mark the group's first album as a complete ensemble since "Proof" in 2022. The members, including Namjoon, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, Taehyung, and Jungkook, have been working on the new album in the US since July.
Namjoon, who served in the military as a corporal, shared that he found his peak during this period, particularly in his saxophone playing. Despite receiving feedback suggesting he wasn't very good at it, he stated that he played the instrument "the best" during his military service.
The BTS leader, who goes by the nickname "Talk Box" from his childhood, expressed gratitude towards the saxophone for making his military life enjoyable. He also thanked BTS fans for their support during the ups and downs of their career, stating that they are the group's "greatest strength."
As a child, Namjoon was known for his love for public speaking, storytelling, and entertaining others. He gathered interesting stories from the internet and shared them with friends, aspiring to be a comedian. This attention-seeking trait remains a consistent part of Namjoon's personality, as he still finds great satisfaction when his songs turn out well and enjoys being in the spotlight.
When asked about his group members, Namjoon revealed that he often hears "don't do anything", "just stay still", and "don't worry, we'll do it." He also expressed gratitude for being able to enjoy military life and for the opportunity to return to his music career.
Namjoon also shared that he expects to have a lot to talk about after his military service. He considers himself an "attention seeker" and expressed his desire to be remembered by BTS fans as a "person who feels like a real person."
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[1] BTS' RM Talks About His Childhood Nickname and Dreams
[2] BTS' RM Opens Up About His Military Service and His Love For the Saxophone
[3] BTS' RM Talks About His Military Service and His Love For the Saxophone
[4] BTS' RM Reveals His Childhood Nickname and His Desire to Be in the Spotlight
[5] BTS' RM Talks About His Love for Public Speaking and Entertainment
Bollywood celebrities might find RM's anecdotes about his childhood love for entertaining others and his aspirations to be a comedian intriguing, as they share a common passion for the world of entertainment. In his leisure time during military service, RM often indulged in watching cricket matches, further demonstrating his diverse interests stretching beyond music and entertainment.
