Social media platforms erupted with excitement as BTS members V, RM, and j-hope shared a flurry of candid photos featuring bandmate Jimin over the past 24 hours, sparking playful reactions from their global fanbase. The posts, which included five snapshots of the singer in varied settings, quickly became a viral talking point among ARMYs, the group’s devoted followers. RM contributed two images, while V shared a feed post of Jimin sporting goggles and a shirtless story snap of him standing in a rocky pond. J-hope rounded out the updates with his own visual tribute.
Fans humorously coined the trend the “Bangtan-Is-Whipped-For-Jimin Count Meter,” tallying each member’s posts and lightheartedly urging absent members Jin, SUGA, and Jungkook to participate. One fan quipped, “THEY ARE DOWN BAD FOR JIMIN,” while others marveled at the unexpected photo dump. “FOUR JM NEW PICS UNDER 24 HOURS ?? WORLD IS HEALING,” wrote a supporter on X (formerly Twitter), referencing the sheer volume of content. Another added, “No one loves Jimin more than BTS members,” underscoring the group’s tight-knit dynamic.
The social media activity comes amid reports that all seven BTS members are currently in the U.S. preparing for their slated 2026 spring comeback. While details remain scarce, j-hope offered a glimpse into their creative process via a 20-slide Instagram carousel on August 5, 2025, showcasing clips of RM laying down vocals, SUGA experimenting with a guitar, and Jimin engrossed in his phone. Notably, American singer-songwriter Charlie Puth appeared in one clip, sparking speculation about a potential collaboration. The pair previously joined forces on Jungkook’s 2022 hit “Left and Right,” fueling hopes for new music.
Though the group has maintained secrecy around their upcoming project, the steady stream of behind-the-scenes content has kept anticipation high. Fan discussions have pivoted between the members’ affectionate Jimin-focused posts and analyses of the studio footage, with many interpreting the updates as strategic teases ahead of their return. As one supporter noted: “Men should take notes — this is how you hard-launch the love of your life,” winking at the lighthearted yet impactful social media strategy.
With BTS’s influence continually reshaping global pop culture trends, the spontaneous photo series and studio reveals have only deepened curiosity about their next era. As ARMYs await further updates, the interplay between the members’ camaraderie and their creative endeavors remains central to the group’s enduring appeal.
