Words of Warmth & Comfort: Park Jimin
Today, Park Jimin of the mega-hit group BTS, rings in his 25th birthday. Born in Busan, Jimin quickly found his calling in dance. Prior to becoming a trainee, Jimin studied contemporary dance at Busan High School of Arts and was a top student in the modern dance department. It was then that a teacher suggested he audition with an entertainment company. And soon enough, that led him into the arms of Big Hit Entertainment. And as they say, the rest is history.
Known for his distinct syrupy-sweet voice and brilliant dance routines, the young star has gone on to steal hearts world over. Since the band’s debut in 2013, Jimin has worked tirelessly alongside his members. Cut to 2020 and BTS have been catapulted to superstardom. Despite the leaps and bounds they’ve made in the music industry, the members are well aware of all the sleepless nights and sore limbs it took to reach where they are now. So, to celebrate Jimin’s birthday, we’re looking back on his most charming words. His exchanges with ARMY have proven to rouse a strong sense of comfort and that’s exactly what we’re showering you with today.
Photo Credits: BTS Official Instagram
Note: All quotes have been translated from Korean to English
2. “I was born suddenly in order to meet all of you.”
3. “Honesty, I don’t like showing people the human version of Park Jimin. I’m not saying this to try and distance myself from everyone, but that I’d rather remain as everyone’s celebrity.”
4. “I am really so happy when I see the thousands of fans in the crowd. It’s so beautiful. The view that I have from the stage is like a pretty sunset.”
5. “There’s beauty in everything just that not everyone sees it.”
6. “Sad people love the rain because they are no longer crying alone.”
7. “Never give up on a dream you’ve been chasing for almost your whole life.”
8. “I hope you are all doing well, but if things are not OK—even in the slightest—we send you our most sincere consolation with all our hearts.”
9. “Go on your own path even if you live for a day.”
10. “Remember there is a person here in Korea, in the city of Seoul, who understands you.”
By: Nina Karun