Fans Celebrate BTS’ Jimin Being Honored by Billboard Korea as a Pivotal Influence in K-pop Dance Legacy

On October 1, Billboard Korea recognized BTS’ Jimin as a pivotal figure in establishing a K-pop dance legacy, featuring him in their generational list of dance member lineage. In their recent social media update, Billboard Korea hailed Jimin as a dance icon.

Fans of BTS’ Jimin took to social media, expressing their excitement over this latest achievement for the K-pop star. One enthusiastic user on X remarked:

“K-pop dance legacy exactly talent will always win. Congratulations Jimin!”

Responses from Jimin’s fans varied widely online. While many congratulated the idol, others highlighted the dedication that led to his success.

“Hard work betrays none. We are so proud of you Jimin. You made your own way. Who’s going to tell him?” an admirer commented.

“Ohh Jimin, our brightest star as he should be, the best dancer and performer,” stated another fan.

“Deservedly so, others need to learn and understand the art of dance and stop claiming that non-dancers can ever surpass Jimin. He’s peerless. Congratulations Jimin,” an X user remarked.

One fan highlighted that Jimin dominates both his generation and the fourth generation, while another praised his dance as a ‘unique talent’.

“Karma is a Park Jimin. Just the other day, untalented fad stans were trying to come for Jimin’s dance, when their fad isn’t acknowledged anywhere,” a fan noted.

“The difference with Jimin is he’s dominating his generation and the fourth generation as well…and he’s not even here…!” wrote another supporter.

“Now this is brutal karma. Happy Jimtober everyone,” another fan expressed.

“So glad they recognized his unique talent! It definitely made me tune in when K-pop didn’t previously grab my attention!” another X user commented.

The Hollywood Reporter Names BTS’ Jimin as a Music Platinum Player for 2024

In addition to his recent recognition, Jimin was named a Music Platinum Player for 2024 by the respected American publication, The Hollywood Reporter. This accolade acknowledges his influential solo work; his second solo album, MUSE, was released in July 2024.

The publication announced the names of 25 musicians who have significantly impacted culture. Alongside Jimin, notable names included Stray Kids, EMINEM, SZA, Chappell Roan, Beyoncé, Post Malone, Taylor Swift, and Sabrina Carpenter.

BTS’ Jimin’s 2024 solo album MUSE consists of seven tracks: Rebirth (Intro), Interlude: Showtime, Smeraldo Garden Marching Band (feat. Loco), Slow Dance, Be Mine, Closer Than This, and WHO.

Currently, Jimin is completing his mandatory military service, which is expected to conclude in June 2025. So far, only Kim Seokjin, known as Jin, has completed his military obligations.

Additionally, Jimin made an appearance in the Disney+ travel vlog series, Are You Sure?!, which premiered on August 8, with the final episode airing on September 19. In this series, Jimin traveled to Sapporo (Japan), Connecticut and New York (USA), and Jeju (South Korea) alongside his bandmate Jungkook.

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