#mama music awards 2018

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drama

summary: the timeline of the 'back to you' series

*not an accurate representation of real-time - im a human that's bad at maths

Step into the world of y/n and Gdragon - featuring the highs and lows of an idol couple.

The Start:

The couple first captured headlines in 2015, when y/n starred as the lead in BIGBANG’s dreamy Let’s Not Fall in Love music video. At the time, y/n was still carving her own path, a fresh face in the industry with more potential than recognition.

That all changed just a week after the video’s release, when the pair surprised fans by announcing their first collaborative track. The song was an instant sensation, earning them multiple awards and solidifying their status as both artistic partners and the industry’s newest power couple.

Later that year, the 2015 Melon Music Awards became the stage for their highly-anticipated first public appearance together - a moment that sparked endless headlines and fan theories about their off-stage romance.

Though they toured separately, the two couldn’t seem to stay apart for long. Fans were regularly treated to surprise appearances at each other’s concerts, moments that only added to the couple’s mystique. Behind the scenes, insiders revealed that GDragon and y/n were secretly engaged for three years - a private promise that was repeatedly delayed by their demanding schedules.

By 2018, the strain of their global fame and conflicting commitments appeared to take its toll, leading to the heartbreaking end of their whirlwind romance.

The Separation:

As 2018 drew to a close, GDragon offered fans an unfiltered glimpse into his world with the release of a raw and intimate tour documentary. Gone was the invincible K-pop icon - in his place stood a man unraveling, visibly fragile in the wake of both creative exhaustion and personal heartbreak. It was clear to the world: GDragon was at his lowest.

Meanwhile, on the other side of the spotlight, y/n's career was blazing brighter than ever. Her post-breakup album became a global phenomenon, striking a chord with millions of heartbroken souls who found solace in her words. With every award she accepted and every chart she topped, it was evident - the pain of her past was fuelling her rise.

Despite their individual successes, it was obvious that both stars were mourning the same love story, albeit in very different ways.

The Song:

As y/n’s career flourished, GDragon disappeared from the public eye to complete his mandatory military service - a quiet two-year stretch punctuated by rumours and speculation. During this time, y/n faced growing pressure from both media and fans to address her relationship status. After months of silence, she finally confirmed: there would be no reunion with her ex. She was seeing someone new.

Just two months after her public statement, GDragon released Still Life, a hauntingly reflective track that left fans dissecting every lyric, searching for traces of their once-iconic love story. And then - silence.

For both stars, the world went quiet.

The Speculation:

For years, their story seemed to have ended - until 2024 reignited the flame.

It remains unclear whether the former couple reconnected before that year’s MAMA Awards, but rumours exploded after the two were spotted making a swift and discreet exit from the afterparty - hand-in-hand.

Fans’ suspicions only grew weeks later, when GDragon introduced his newest family member to the world - a cat named Zoa. In the photo, a glimpse of a mystery woman sparked immediate speculation. Longtime fans were quick to draw comparisons to y/n, especially since the pair had famously adopted their first cat, Iye, together back in 2016.

The internet was buzzing - was this a new chapter, or the revival of a love story once thought to be over?

The Secret:

Then the world went into shock.

After years of piecing together their love story through cryptic lyrics, subtle stage moments, and whispered rumours, fans were finally gifted the ultimate confirmation - and it was a moment no one could have predicted.

Seven months after their unexpected reunion at the MAMA Awards, y/n returned to the stage alongside GDragon. Stepping into the spotlight, y/n's growing baby bump was impossible to miss, as was the sparkling diamond ring adorning her finger.

The revelation sent shockwaves through the industry, though perhaps the biggest clues had already been there for those willing to see them.

Just months earlier, GDragon had made a rare appearance on bandmate Daesung’s YouTube series, ZIPDAESUNG, where he teased his long-awaited comeback tour and album. During the chat, the rapper hinted at “major life changes” - and eagle-eyed fans couldn’t help but notice the simple wedding band now sitting comfortably on his finger. After years of playful hints and carefully guarded secrets... the world finally had its answers.

The couple then gave fans a performance for the ages - returning to the very song that first sparked their romance in 2015. This time, they weren’t just co-stars or collaborators. They stood side-by-side as husband and wife, performing their love story in front of the fans who had followed every twist and turn.

In August, the pair welcomed their daughter into the world - a new muse for their ongoing love story. Though they’ve shared glimpses of their life as parents on social media, they’ve chosen to keep their daughter’s face private, protecting her from the spotlight they know all too well.

Now, as they step into this new chapter together, one thing is clear: after years of heartbreak, healing, and finding their way back to each other, GDragon and y/n's love story is far from over.

We're glad to see that the two are happier than ever.

𓆩♡𓆪 𓆩♡𓆪 𓆩♡𓆪

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Jikook During MAMA, 2018

On 12th December 2018, BTS attended day one of MAMA in Japan. Before going up on stage to perform, Jungkook helped Jimin stretch out his outfit.

Once on stage, Jungkook and Tae helped Jimin fly during the Fake Love dance break.

During their Anpanman performance, Jimin and Jungkook did their usual high five. 

Whilst in the audience, Jimin and Jungkook whispered to each other.

Jungkook suddenly started playing with Jimin’s hands as they sat next to each other.

Jimin sat next to Jungkook with his hand on his shoulder. They were suddenly shown on the big screen and they both interacted with the camera.

This is what the main camera showed on broadcast:

Jungkook walked up to Jimin and rubbed his shoulder when Jimin started his speech for Idol winning Favorite Music Video.

When Jungkook was talking, Jimin placed his chin on Jungkook's shoulder and briefly looked at the camera.

During the backstage interview, Jimin encouraged Jungkook to speak.

At the end of the show Jimin and Jungkook played in the confetti. They then flew to Hong Kong shortly afterwards for the second day. 

On 14th December 2018, MAMA continued, where the members did an incredible introduction to Airplane pt 2.

Jungkook quickly gave the microphone to Jimin to talk.

Backstage, Jungkook watched Jimin as he explained giving more energy on stage during Idol. 

Whilst in the audience, Jimin and Jungkook sat closely together. Jimin spoke to Jungkook, with his arm around him and then touched his ear.

When BTS were announced as the winners of an award, Jungkook looked back and Jimin joined next to him. They smiled at each other as they heard Army sing the fanchants loudly.

During Jin’s revealing and emotional speech, the members comforted each other as army reacted to the news. Jimin backhugged Jungkook and patted his chest, then helped to wipe his tears away. (Clips not posted as I know some find these scenes triggering)

Memories 2018

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˚˖𓍢ִ໋🍒✧˚.⋆ UR MY BABY! HELLO, I'M BAEBI!

cw: sexualization + controlling company

  JUNG YOONAH took on the stage name BAEBI in 2018 upon her debut with VENUS and the world was never the same.

Baebi would take the world by storm with her solo debut the same year Venus would debut, sparking much discussion among fans over favoritism, a debate that still rages today. But who cares about favoritism when the music is good? Bubble Pop! Would take the Kpop world by storm, becoming the song of the summer.

It peaked at number two on South Korea's Gaon Album Chart and charted atop the US Billboard World Albums. As of 2023, it has sold 560,000 copies in South Korea. 

Bubble Pop! 's commercial success was the main contributor to Angelico Entertainment's leading music sales. The song peaked at number one in South Korea, where it has sold over 2.5 million digital units. To accompany her solo release, Baebi held a series of small concerts called Baebi's Summer Splash. She was awarded Best Female Artist at the 2018 Mnet Asian Music Awards and at the 2019 Golden Disk Awards.

Chart data is boring. Let's talk about something else.

Returning just a few months later with the mini album "Tell Me More" and a title track of the same name, fans grew slightly more concerned over Yoonah's concept as a soloist. According to her most dedicated fans, her sound and look were very mature, very sensual, and bordering on sexual, which didn't really match Yoonah's character.

No one would be shocked at the music and content Baebi would be releasing when looking at her creative team:

The Son Brothers, Jinhwa and Roan, would be the proud creative directors behind all of Baebi's solo work. Bubble Pop! would be Son Roan's, later turned CEO of Angelico after his brother departed from the label to become CEO of Mydol, Angelico's now parent company, first project in the Kpop realm.

"I like working with Baebi because she's something different than what you're used to seeing from the other idols out there. You can do things with Baebi you can't normally do with other idols and I find that very exciting." – Son Roan when asked about the Baebi brand in 2020.

2020 Baebi hit a career-high with her mini album "Glassdoor" and the lead single, Gashina. This song was everywhere, but even more to an extent, no Angelico artist had ever seen. Baebi was an international sensation. She'd go on a mini world tour as a soloist, the first and only Venus member to do so, promoting internationally, being the first soloist under Angelico to do so internationally.

A point of contention in Baebi's career is the botched release of her first full album, "Hello Baebi!" with the poorly promoted single, Hello. When Baebi was coming back, you knew about it, your friends knew about it, your mama knew about it, hell, even your grandma knew about it. For Hello Baebi? Not a peep. Even Baebi fans were confused when Ktown4u posted a pre-order poster for the album before Angelico even posted teasers. Which, mind you, she only got four photo teasers and a single video trailer for a full album.

When the comeback happened, promotions only lasted for two weeks, something unheard of for Baebi and the outfits? Fresh off the Forever21 rack. The stages? Bare. Nothing. The MV? Budget cut in half. Something wasn't right...Then when you looked at the album credits, neither of the Son brothers were anywhere to be seen. The entire album was made by Baebi herself, something she shared often on her Instagram or during the few interviews she did during this era.

Either way, Hello Baebi, her one cute era completely controlled by her, was deemed a flop and the Son brothers used that to their advantage, taking full creative control over Baebi's image again.

Which is where Touch came in.

Touch was noted for its overtly sexual music video, on-the-nose sexual lyrics, and latex outfits Baebi would promote in. The single, which was, of course, promoted ions better than Hello Baebi!, was phenomenally on the charts and in sales, "proving" that the mature concept is what people wanted from Baebi. At least, that's Jinhwa's belief.

Baebi's release after Touch would be a mini album titled "Stupid B—" with the promoted track TWIT. Fans that worried for Baebi would be soothed by this less sexual yet mature concept and the actual look of enjoyment on Yoonah's face when performing the song, something that seemed to be lacking when she was performing Touch.

After a year break from solo activities, Baebi would come back swinging in 2024 with her second full album, "Choke On It," and the title track LIPLOCKER, which was a hit, of course. Though the concept was leaning more toward sexual than mature, Baebi seemed more comfortable performing and actually had fun during this promotional period. She'd go on to say that LIPLOCKER was her favorite comeback since Hello Baebi!, which fans are hesitant to believe, but whatever makes her happy!

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J-Hope catching up with good friends

I love this photo of Kentaro Sakaguchi with cute & cuddly J-Hope...

......exchanging top end gifts at a top end restaurant which looks very similar to the one, where J-Hope gave Jin his send off meal before enlistment in 2022

He and Kentaro Sakaguchi were last seen together after J-Hope's solo performance at the 2022 MAMA Awards in Japan.

But they have been friends for a long time. Here they are in July 2018.

BTS participated in the OST for the TV series Signal with Don't leave me (2018) & also in the OST for the film Signal with Film Out (2021).

Here they are together when he visited BTS at a fan meet in Japan in April 2018.

He was also a guest on their Music Blood interview in 2021.

J-Hope and Kentaro Sakaguchi IG Story

Post Date: 27/10/2024

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Elaborate on the kpop days. What groups were we stanning queen.

Hello Queen, thank you so much for this ask <3

I got into kpop December 2013 when I was watching some pop song compilation on youtube and I heard Shock by Beast and everything changed. I thought this song was so cool and learned there was a genre of Korean pop called kpop.

I quickly fell down the rabbit hole and discovered a variety groups, floating in between both SM Entertainment and YG family, which back in the day it was common to prefer one company over another. I will say overall I was a boy group fan but my fav girl groups were Red Velvet, Twice, and of course, 2NE1 <3

Some groups I was into back in the day (I started to fall out of kpop in 2018-2019 because life got busy) were EXO, Block B, GOT7, SHINee, Big Bang, Seventeen (my only kpop concert, Toronto August 2017).

My fav group overall, still to this day is BTS. I became a fan during the War of Hormone era (Spring 2014) and it has been insane seeing how much they're grown over time and I still heavily support their solo work today. Manifest concert tickets for me and my bestie @sugakookiesbutbadass in the future <3 As BTS is my fav, here are my top 5 songs:

UGH

Mic Drop (Steve Aoki remix)

Silver spoon

Fire

Cypher Pt. 2 Triptych

My fav solo projects are Daecwita by Agust D and Arson by j-hope because they are elite <3

I used to run a kpop blog back in high school (2014-2016) and I remember starting it because I had a crush on this guy and knew it would never go anywhere so I decided to focus all my energy into my kpop blog :P I didn't have internet at home so i'd go to the public library and clock in for my ARMY shift haha.

Which paid off as when I went to university I made two of my best friends through kpop, especially BTS. We used to gather in my dorm room and do kpop nights where we'd watch music videos and iconic clips, we got up at 3am during the 2016 MAMA awards so we could watch it XD As I've been almost an OG BTS fan, several of my non-kpop friends have fallen victim to me showing them every BTS music video with commentary about the symbolism and what was going on at the time.

It was a huge part of my life and though I don't keep up with it nearly the same as I used to, it will always hold a special place in my heart <3

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chocouple: 2014 to eternity

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|| The Friends Era (2014-2016)

Yoonmi and Mark actually met in 2014 because SHINee’s Jonghyun introduced them, but we didn’t actually get any public interaction or word of their friendship until 2015. Yoonmi was 2 years into her career, and Mark hadn’t even debuted yet, but he was on Mickey Mouse Club. Yoonmi guested on one episode where the concept was having all the staff leave the kids with Yoonmi so they would be comfortable asking her for advice and what to expect as kids in the music industry.

Mark had taken one of the seats next to her and offered her a blanket to cover her legs with because she was in shorts. Although Hannah led the others in speaking to Yoonmi, the latter often looked to Mark for what seemed like encouragement to speak.

We don’t get any interactions between them again until Mark debuts a year later. NCT U’s The 7th Sense promotions overlapped with BTS’s Fire promotions. When Fire won 1st place in Music Bank, Mark can be seen giving Yoonmi a one-sided hug. Just a month later, Yoonmi was promoting her solo debut the same time NCT 127 was promoting their debut. When Yoonmi won 1st in MCountdown, the tannies weren’t there, so Key had 127 accompany Yoonmi on stage.

Though many people got distracted by the fact Yoonmi and Haechan had a secret handshake, no one missed how Mark and Yoonmi lingered in their hug a little longer, or how he stayed next to her the whole encore stage. An ex-SM staff mentioned that Mark walked her back to her waiting room, which was on the opposite end of NCT 127’s.

Months later, it’s awards show season. Most known NCT-BTS interactions consisted of Hannah and Yoonmi hanging out, but apparently Yoonmi went to NCT Dream’s dorm often. Back to awards shows, MAMA was a gem. Not only were there Markmi hugs (the ICONIC ending stage hug where he lifted her), we had Yoonmi rapping along to Mark’s verses, Mark cheering especially in Yoonmi’s parts, and even Mark possibly jealously watching Yoonmi and NCT Jisung talking.

|| The Courting Era (2017-2018)

We didn’t actually know this at the time, but Mark and Yoonmi talked about it after they were exposed. Fans had released pictures from down the street of a KFC where you could see Mark and Yoonmi talking. At the time, we all thought it was them bonding while preparing for the SM Station Yoonmi would feature in and Mark’s feature in her album, but apparently Mark had also confessed to her and promised he’d prove himself when she said she felt scared.

They did a good job of keeping it lowkey. Aside from rare school photos together, the release of All I Wanna Do, Wannabe, Mark promoting with Yoonmi for Wannabe, their KCon Mexico special stage, and the selfies they posted after each of those, there was no visual evidence of them spending time together. Hannah and Jungkook (Chocouple nation presidents) sometimes would mention Markmi hanging out, but that was it.

|| The Secretly Dating Era (2018-2020)

Their anniversary is in early February, that’s all we know. They like keeping it private, and we respect that. But apparently Mark set up an at-home date for them and officially asked her that day to be his girlfriend. 

They still did a good job of keeping it lowkey to the point where apparently most of the neos didn’t even know they were dating, but everyone noticed how, despite how both of them had increasingly busy schedules, they both seemed to glow and be happier. (Aside from those few weeks Yoonmi and Yoongi were at odds, which is rumored to be because Markmi started dating)

|| The Reveal (January 1, 2020)

Every year, kpop and kdrama fans wait for Dispatch’s celebrity couple drop on New Year’s Day. To everyone’s surprise, Mark and Yoonmi were announced. Stan Twitter went into pandemonium, and everyone was clowning dispatch because we all knew they were “just friends”. 

To everyone’s further surprise, SM and BigHit both confirmed it later that day, and Mark and Yoonmi themselves tweeted about it, confirming they were dating.

|| The Struggle Era (2020)

Around late January of 2020, Yoonmi released a M.Y. Everyday video titled “I have a Boyfriend”. Here, we found out about the courting era, how long they’ve been dating, and the fact that they have been dating for around two years by then. It’s also cute because around the middle of the year they ended up both having pink hair!

It was rough for them since their schedules kept them apart, then Covid hit, and they didn’t get to see each other at all. It wasn’t until around August, eight months later, that they were able to see each other. Mark said it was the best birthday gift he could get, seeing Yoonmi and even having her play the leading lady in his “As We Wish” mini drama. Watch it, I’m begging! Every source ever that was there for the filming said the two were just holding hands and silently exchanging smiles and stories almost the whole time.

They did a weverse/vlive together, each of them streaming from each of their phones. They were smiling and leaning on each other the whole time, answering questions, and everyone could see how happy and comfortable they were with each other.

|| The Private but Not Secret Era (2021-eternity)

We don’t actually know too much about their relationship since they have been keeping it between them and their close friends and family (WHICH WE SHOULD RESPECT, OKAY?), but we do know from some stories that they try their best to spend time together whether it’s going out or staying in each other’s places. As fans, let’s remember that we should be more than happy with the fact that they actually talk about or mention each other a lot, especially compared to other celebrity couples. We also get the birthday posts and the occasional random instagram stories, but that’s it, and that’s more than enough.

Mark and Yoonmi are two of the most precious, talented, and hard-working people in the entertainment industry, and I’m glad they found comfort and solace in each other. As of this month (december 2023), they have been together for five years and about ten months. Cheers to a bright future for the both of them!

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Top 10 Sus Jikook Moments

There are way too many moments to possibly list, but my friend and I thought it would be fun to compile a list of sus jikook moments. 

10. 2021 Jimin Birthday Live

Cute and flustered Jimin calling Jungkook? Jungkook coming immediately to spend time with his boyfriend? Hobi calling out why Jimin was in Jungkook’s studio? So many questions.

9. 2015 Award Show Back Hug

Let’s be real, there are plenty of questionable back hug moments, but this one is particularly interesting. The fact that it was so early in their relationship. The fact that it took place at a public award show. The way Jungkook held onto Jimin and how they swayed together. The questionable looks from the other members. I see you jikook, I see you.

Honorable back hug mention is the BE live and the way Jungkook caged Jimin for an incredibly long time with their matching hair. Exuding boyfriend energy to the max.

8. Cute Feet During PJ Run

Honestly, this is just one of my favorite moments that makes me feel giddy. How comfortable they are resting on one another. The way they’re playing with their feet. Jimin’s surprised laugh when Jungkook plays along. And let’s not forget the special photo of Jungkook spooning Jimin.

7. “Let me give you a hug” Dance Practice

Am I the only one who has watched this clip over and over? We get to see how even during work they are always having fun together. But how can we not swoon over Jungkook’s smitten face as Jimin fails to lift him, and the way his smile grows brighter when he lifts Jimin like it’s nothing. Jimin tries to lift him one more time, but fails and instead hugs Jungkook and nuzzles into his neck ever so slightly. 

6. Jungkook’s Snow Gift

We should all know this moment. Bon Voyage season 4 in New Zealand. This is the beginning of Jungkook really doing whatever the hell he wants, and he disappears one morning to go on a mountain hike and returns with a chunk of snow, much to everyone’s confusion. He specifically waits for Jimin to wake up and excitedly shows and gives it to him. Jimin is, understandably confused, but we all understand the intent.

5. Malta Room Sharing

I’ll be honest, finding out about this speculation was what thrust me into the world of jikook. (It doesn’t seem to exist anymore, but I had wandered across an analysis video a few years ago). Obviously, we don’t know anything for sure, but there are enough clues here, as well as in many other occasions, that make it possible jikook were room sharing.

(And let’s not forget their cute Malta date)

4. Osaka Live

Similar vibe to number 5, but cranked up to 100. I don’t need to go in depth into this, because we all know, but my two cents is that Jimin was in that room. (Just as he hid in Jungkook’s room during the 2019 NJ live). What were they doing in a dark hotel room with sensual music playing? Eating bread, of course.

3. GCF in Tokyo

Enough said.

2. MAMA 2018

What I would give to hear everything the man sitting next to them heard. Something was truly in the air that day. They were all over each other and incredibly lovey dovey. While we can’t know for sure what they actually said to each other, the look in Jungkook’s eyes speaks volumes.

1. Rose Bowl

Are we surprised this is my number 1? There are so many moments that exist, but all jikookers come back to this one. There are so many questions about why. Why nibble the ear? Why confess his love? Why give a kiss? (We all know why). But the emotions are palpable, as they would be at the end of a high intensity concert. Jimin was emotional, and Jungkook went to console Jimin, as we know he usually does. Hanging onto Jimin’s back isn’t out of the ordinary, but Jungkook took it a step further. And put Jimin’s ear in his mouth. My assumption is that he was saying something, but ultimately decided actions would speak louder than words. To be clear, he says something first, pulls back, and then goes back in, catches Jimin’s ear, and then delivers a clear kiss to Jimin’s head. There’s no mistaking it. Jungkook was taking care of his baby. 

Honorable Mentions:

Rainy day fight

“I was with Jungkook [at 4AM on his birthday]”

That award show moment where Jungkook is singing a love song to Jimin and Jin is staring at them lovingly. (There is a video somewhere, but I can’t find it. Please, someone find it. I think it’s from the melon music awards)

Jungkook waking Jimin up on In the Soop season 2.

Jimin breaking Jungkook’s mosquito net on In the Soop season 1. (And the spooning that occurred the next day.) 

Black Swan Lift

Honestly, there are too many moments to mention. Please share your top sus moments!

[ateez-himari]

MAMA 2023: Exclusive Stage

D-1 to the award show and the final MAMA Exclusive Stage was finally unveiled: Stray Kids' Hyunjin will perform alongside ATEEZ's Himari. More about the performers -

[Hyunjin] Stray Kids' 23 year old main dancer and lead rapper who is one of the three members forming DanceRacha, the group's dance unit. He was chosen as Studio Choom's 'Artist of the Month' in October of 2021 and performed a cover of 'Motley Crew' by Western artist Post Malone. Has worked on songs such as Wow (DanceRacha), Red Lights (ft BangChan), Your Eyes and Miss You.

[Himari] ATEEZ's 22 year old maknae occupying the lead vocalist position all the while sitting in the producer chair since their debut on October 24, 2018. Songs from outside groups have also been released under her credits such as: Guilty (Taemin), Oh My God ((G)I-DLE), Black Swan (BTS) and Odd Eye (Dreamcatcher). She released her first single called 'Pray' in collaboration with Agust D on July 5, 2023.

From information disclosed both by the MAMA account and the artists this will be a dance stage covering two of 3rd generation boy group, BTS', songs. Their bandmates are to join as backup dancers.

Nominations and Awards held by the artists: Stray Kids (Male Group)- Worldwide Fans' Choice (Won), Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, Best Male Group, Best Dance Performance Male Group, Best Music Video ATEEZ (Male Group)- Worldwide Fans' Choice (Won), Best Collaboration (Himari), Best OST (Himari)

Stream MAMA Awards November 28-29.

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¡Jimin JungKook ganaron el premio "FANS CHOICE MALE TOP 10 (Bonsang) en los premios MAMA 2024!

MnetMAMA X 22nov2024

[#2024MAMA] FANS' CHOICE MALE TOP 10 #jimin #지민 @ bts_bighit

We proudly announce the great winner of the 2024 MAMA AWARDS!🏆

BIG BLUR : What is Real? 2024 MAMA AWARDS

MAMAAWARDS

2024MAMAAWARDS

Felicitaciones a JIMIN por ganar el premio “Fans’ Choice Male Top 10” en los premios MAMA 2024.

“El primer artista solista de K-pop en alcanzar 4 mil millones de reproducciones con la mayor cantidad de canciones en solitario certificadas como oro por la RIAA, rompiendo récords personales como estrella pop mundial”.

MnetMAMA X 22nov2024

[#2024MAMA] FANS' CHOICE MALE TOP 10 #jungkook #정국 @ bts_bighit

We proudly announce the great winner of the 2024 MAMA AWARDS!🏆

BIG BLUR : What is Real? 2024 MAMA AWARDS

MAMAAWARDS

2024MAMAAWARDS

Felicitaciones a JUNGKOOK por ganar el premio “Fans’ Choice Male Top 10” en los premios MAMA 2024.

“Artista solista asiático con la mayor cantidad de canciones número uno en una plataforma musical global, demostrando a los fanáticos de todo el mundo que es un 'rey de la música superpoderoso' con su fuerte presencia”.

Esto lo logran mientras están alistados en el ejército.

Felicitaciones a JIMIN por ganar el premio “Elección de los fans del año" "VISA FANS CHOICE OF THE YEAR" (Daesang)” en los premios MAMA 2024.

MnetMAMA X 22nov2024

[#2024MAMA] VISA FANS' CHOICE OF THE YEAR #jimin #지민 @ bts_bighit

We proudly announce the great winner of the 2024 MAMA AWARDS!🏆

BIG BLUR : What is Real? 2024 MAMA AWARDS

MAMAAWARDS

2024MAMAAWARDS

¡JIMIN ganó el premio 'Elección de los fans del año' (DAESANG) en los premios MAMA 2024! "VISA FANS CHOICE OF THE YEAR" daesang Jimin

Primer artista solista de K-pop en alcanzar 4 mil millones de reproducciones y la racha más larga de un artista coreano en el primer puesto. Domina las listas mundiales con una popularidad masiva, reafirmando su influencia de clase mundial y su estatus de superestrella.

¡Ganadores del premio DAESANG al Ícono Mundial del Año en los Premios MAMA! ‘Worldwide Icon Of The Year’ Daesang Jimin

2018: BTS 2019: BTS 2020: BTS 2021: BTS 2022: BTS 2023: BTS 2024: JIMIN

JIMIN rompe la racha de 6 años de BTS ganando el premio "Icono mundial del año (Daesang)" en los MAMA.

— ¡¡El premio que sólo ellos tuvieron el honor de recibir desde su creación!!

"First kpop soloist to debut at #1 on billboard hot 100 chart"

"First kpop soloist to bag a MAMA Daesang in this decade"

Park Jimin es el primer artista solista en ganar un MAMA Daesang (Gran Premio) en los últimos 10 años desde 2014.

Jimin es el quinto artista solista de todos los tiempos en ganar un Daesang de los MAMA. Entre ellos, es el primero en ganar el premio Elección del Año de los Fans.

Esto lo logra mientras está alistado en el ejército.

Jimin Premios en November 2024:

mtvema. daesang. 1billionspotify.

[setsuuestsu]

8, 16, 17, 31 for the kpop ask game! 😝

- sicktannies 🌹

thank you so much <3

8. an idol you’d love to be friends with?

honestly beomgyu of txt. he’s so silly

16. your bias(es)’ best look(s)?

this is going to be long

for hoseok…

-that one fansign in 2015 where he wore the red shirt and the blue jacket.

-melon music awards 2016. pink is just such a good hair color for him

-spring day bc of his cotton candy hair hehehe

-when he wore the black skirt

-2018 melon music awards his outfit his hair ughhhh

-2018 mama awards

-2019 THIS WAS HIS YEAR OMFG

-chicken noodle soup like damnnnn

-carpool karaoke he was literally so adorable in the middle and he looked so tiny

-i love his brown hair. that’s my favorite look on him

-brown wavy yesss

-MMA of this year HE LOOKED SO FINE

-also the lotte family concert??? the purple suit???

-and golden disc

-AND ALL THE DIONYSUS PERFORMANCES???

-also sbs gayo let’s not forget that

-finally i have this one picture of him rubbing his nose during a concert of this year and um it’s actually so adorable i have a whole album on my phone just with this one picture

-2020

-literally any life goes on performance

-AND THE ON PERFORMANCES!!!! his stylists deserved a RAISE

-and the undercut

-AND THE GRAYISH HAIR AHHHH

-and the one picture of him holding a spray paint can and he’s smiling at the camera and i think i had heart palpitations

-the mnet photo of him in a suit a light scarf ughhh it’s giving ceo that cares about you

-HIM WITH GRAY HAIR IS JUST

-vogue japan shoot

-esquire shoot

-him with the purple velvet outfit for the dynamite performance

-2021

-two words.

-PLATINUM

-HOSEOK

-also that picture of BTS visiting the president before going to the UN and hoseok had pink hair

-when i saw that photo i literally sobbed and my mom thought someone died

-she was disappointed in me

-2022

-literally everything about this year

-i was a little nervous because he got very thin

-but like he still looked AMAZONG

-JITB

-Billie Eilish concert

-W KOREA OMFG THAT HAD ME IN A CHOKEHOLD

-MAMA AWARDS

-THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS

-2023

-on the street ;-;

-MILITARY HE WAS SO FUCKING FINE

-2024

-so many buff hobi photos

-UGH I WISH THERE WERE MORE

-2025

-I live alone was so adorable ㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-And chef & my fridge he was so cute shoving tiramisu in his mouth

-also he keeps sneezing so much???? sir don’t get sick

-him sleeping on live tho

-귀엽다 💕💕💕

-His HOS LITERALLY ANYTHING

-also sweet dreams???? soooo happy

for beomgyu …

-in freeze, his hair was gahhhh i loved it so much i cried

-sugar rush ride era the long red in the concept photos AHHHH

-there’s probably more but my brain isn’t braining

for felix …

- literally anything istg

-HIS LONG BLOND HAIR MADE ME SOB

-when i see him over the summer i’m gonna be screaming

-i want to do more but my head hurts

17. tell me three things about your bias(es) some people might not know about

aghhhhhh idek where to start. i feel like everything i know other will know so idk how to answer i’m so sorry

31. if you could only listen to one song for the rest of your life, which one would it be?

i had to take a day to think about this one but i think anyone by jeon somi. i love it so so much and the guitar is really nice

[5and3nevermind]

hey do you have a list of official BTS videos with yoonmin content to watch?

Hi anon! Sorry, I don’t have a complete list. There have been hundreds of yoonmin moments spread out over the years, so it would be a real project to compile a list of them all. I can recommend some, if that helps…

Debut era: BB: Tom and Jerry Jimin&Suga, BB: Jimin’s Tumbling Skills, BB: Let’s Speak English!, BB: BTS Match Omok (Suga vs Jimin)

2014: Festa, especially Jimin and Yoongi making a cake together

2015: BB: BTS Jenga Championship Thanks to Twitter, BB: BTS Suga Birthday Present for Fans, MNetM2: Q&A BTS MCOUNTDOWN Backstage 150625, BB: Singer J-Hope and Suga (this was when Yoongi sang My Love By My Side to Jimin), BB: Shooting Guard Suga with Cheerleader Jimin

2016: Yoongi birthday vlive (“you know, I know”), BB: Blood, Sweat & Tears MV Reaction, anything from MAMA 2016, Bon Voyage season 1

2017: Hollywire: BTS Members Reveal Who Their Favorite Member Is (AMA red carpet), Festa 2017, Bon Voyage season 2

2018: Festa 2018, BB: BTS at Billboard Music Awards 2018, Bon Voyage season 3, Episode: BTS at MMA 2018 (Yoongi tells Jimin “I love you” before he leaves)

2019: Bon Voyage season 4, Run ep 82

2020: ITS season 1, Jimin and Yoongi’s radio live from May 2020, BE Comeback Countdown, BTS BE-Hind Story, BE Album Review (3x3 Unit Version), Yoongi’s audio-only live (post-surgery) when he talks about Jimin calling him, “Dancing” live with Yoongi, Jimin, and Jin, Billboard red carpet interview at the Grammy’s

2021: BTS Butter Jacket Shoot, Festa 2021, ot7 live from 210629, Episode: Permission to Dance MV Sketch (Jimin helps Yoongi), BB: Suga and Jimin Visit Hybe Insight

2022: Korea tourism ads + behind the scenes, BB: RM’s Cyanotype Experience with Suga and Jimin, Jimin/Yoongi/Namjoon live from February, BTS MBTI Lab

2023: Suchwita with Jimin, Suchwita with Taemin (and Jimin), Ddeun Ddeun: It’s Just an Excuse That They Are My Close Friends, BB: Suga and Jimin Video Call, Episode: D-Day Tour in the US, Episode: D-Day Tour in Seoul, Yoongi and Jimin’s post-concert live from Newark in April (“your bare face is pretty too”)

Ok, this is already a long list and this is barely scratching the surface. I didn’t include many Run episodes or their group vlives/lives or social media posts or concert moments or award show moments. And I didn’t link to anything…but these are (mostly) the real titles so you should be able to find them easily on YouTube.

Hope that helps! 💛

[pinkscaped]

will we get information on lulu soon 👀 ?

LUCIA MICELI better known by her stage name "LULU" is a Scilian-American K-pop idol and producer based in South Korea. She made her initial debut in the rotational girl group ALLUME in 2015 as the group's main vocalist until the lineup's graduation in 2020.

Lulu would make her solo debut in 2021 with the chart-smashing hit POP! becoming an instant hit amongst the general public and international audiences alike. Despite this instant success, Lulu's solo career would be very slow-moving with only one album to her name and two mini albums. This is all of her own accord as she openly struggles with anxiety from her difficult run in Allume.

Lulu primarily works behind the scenes mainly as a producer and makeup artist. Though as of recently, she's begun to do more idol-like schedules once again such as being on Masked Singer and even judging on the survival show Boys Planet. There are rumors that she will make her long-awaited idol comeback very soon.

ﾞ . ✩ . ' ۫           INFORMATION!

STAGE NAME :: LULU

BIRTH NAME :: Lucia Miceli

Birthday :: June 12th 1996

Zodiac :: Gemini 

Birthplace :: New York

Hometown :: Aurora, Colorado

Ethnicity :: Scilian

Nationality :: American

Faceclaim :: Ariana Grande

Height :: 154.94 cm || 5′1

ﾞ . ✩ . ' ۫           VIRAL MOMENTS!

"i feel bad i don't know who that is..." this moment at the 2016 mama awards would unknowingly follow lulu for the rest of her career as she said it to their leader, minji, as bts would go up and accept their artist of the year award.

during a fan sign, a fancam of lulu talking to a male fan would go viral for how stoic she looked while dawning white fluffy cat ears and a bubble gun in one hand while the allume song "heart attack" blared in the background. it's still used as a reaction video to this day.

lulu and minji clapping almost robotically in sync while the remixed version of red flavor at the 2017 mama awards. though they were clapping along, the girls looked visibly unhappy with the remix, disgusted even, before lulu just slowly stopped clapping and put her hands in her lap. this is also still a popular reaction video in the fandom.

"if allume ever started releasing music like yalls...i'd retire." lulu would tell taeyong playfully in 2018 during a variety show. the pair had been friends for years, training together at sm before lulu would go to flowerbank. just a few months later, allume would release "YoHo" and lulu would look less than enthused every performance. #TAEYONGKARMA would trend the day of its release.

these pics in her infamous "mama 2020 photodump" to Instagram with the caption: "damn, i know who they are now."

[venusvity]

‧₊ ᵎᵎ 🍒 ⋅ ˚✮  WELCOME TO THE WORLD VENUS !

It's 2018. Angelico hasn't had an active girl group in four years. The boy group checks are getting smaller every month; their newest boy group just flopped. The bank is calling about overdue payments, and they're desperate for a hit. With what was left in their ever-shrinking business bank account, they debuted their saving grace: VENUS.

The five-member piece comprised popular trainees from their Angellies program and former I.O.I member Chloe Lee. Baebi, Bliss, and Jiah consistently ranked in the top four during the Angellies' weekly rankings alongside Chloe. The only outsider was Sena Kim, who ranked reasonably well but consistently ranked in the top ten instead of the top five like the other girls.

VENUS IN 2018 AT THEIR DEBUT SHOWCASE: Bliss (20), Baebi (19), Chloe (18), Sena (16), and Jiah (15).

SHE DEVIL, originally a digital single that later became a physical single, was a commercial success in South Korea. The song entered the Gaon Digital Chart at number five the week of its release. 

It was certified platinum by the Korea Music Content Association (KMCA) for 100 million streams just two months after its release. "She Devil" ranked 11th on the year-end Gaon Digital Chart, making it the best-performing girl group song and second-best-performing group song of 2018 in South Korea.

"She Devil" amassed the top spot on various music programs; it achieved 9 wins, including a "triple crown" (or three wins) on Inkigayo.

Next would come KISSENUS, the group's first mini-album, and come back, "Kisseus," pronounced "KISS-EE-US," which was a move to establish the Venus branding. There were so many "-eus" gimmicks during this time. Some landed, some didn't, but Kissenus landed!

Know what didn't land? Their outfits. Oh my god, it was clear Angelico was broke! Truly, one of the last groups to debut looking like losers, they had these girls looking a mess on music shows! Fans still bring up the wardrobe choices when discussing Kissenus.

Kissenus would receive 7 music show awards across various music programs, including another "triple crown" on Inkigayo.

Their final comeback of the year would be another mini album titled "Tasteus" and a title track of the same name. While the song was a banger and performed well on the charts and at music shows, securing 6 wins and retaining their "triple crowned" winner status at Inkigayo, fans began to worry if the girls were being overworked due to their constant promotion of a new release.

Their run at the 2018 MAMA Awards caused mass discourse amongst K-pop fans. The barely-year-old group won Best Female Group, Best New Artist—Female, and Best Dance Performance—Female Group for She-Devil.

Venus saw undeniable and unheard-of success for Angelico in 2018, skyrocketing their company's stocks, becoming the faces of "Monster Rookies," and being the blueprint for what a good debut year should look like.

[everythingeurovision]

Iconic & Notable Eurovision Performances

In 1956 the European Broadcasting Union launched “Grand Prix Eurovision de la Chanson Européenne” or in English, the Eurovision Song Contest Grand Prix, as a way to test and launch international live broadcasting.  It also became a way to unite the countries together after the chaos of World War II ended in 1945. 

The initial format for the contest based on the Italian music festival “Sanremo”. Active members of the EBU and various other associates are invited to participate in the show. The most notable ones are France, Germany, the UK, Spain and Italy. These countries are known as the Eurovision's “Big 5” and make the most notable financial contributions to the EBU.  Over the years Eurovision has evolved and is now the longest running international contest that is televised. 

Despite its huge success, Eurovision has had its fair share of backlash and hatred thrown its way, some people think the music broadcasted on the show isn't good, and that the show is only using art as a way to profit from it. Others say that it’s  too long and cringeworthy. In recent years politics has become the main reason for peoples disdain towards the contest, with Russia invading Ukraine in 2022 being a huge part of the contest to as recently 2024 where many performers spoke out in support of Palestine. 

But regardless of all this, the impact the show has is undeniable, I’ll be taking a look into a few of the most impactful and noticeable performances from the competition. Some of these are winners of the contest, and some are not. To be clear, these are just what I personally feel are important Eurovision performances.

You might disagree, and that's okay

Refrain - Lys Assia (Switzerland 1956)

1956 was the first year of the competition and the only year where countries could have two entries, and Lys Assia sang both songs that were chosen to represent Switzerland; “Refrain” which was originally sung in French & “Das alte Karussell” (The Old Carousel). Originally sung in German. Since the voting was kept secret, it's unclear where Switzerland's second entry placed in the competition. 

Refrain is a chansen style song that is about lamenting the loss of adolescents and youth. It was composed by jazz pianist and composer Géo Voumard and written by Émile Gardaz, a swiss author. 

Lys Assia was still involved in the Eurovision even after her iconic win. She performed at the 50 year anniversary show in 2005, and also presented the winning trophy in 2009. She even attempted to enter the competition again in 2013, but didn't qualify.

She passed away in 2018 but is still remembered for her bittersweet performance of “Refrain”. 

Waterloo - Refrain (Sweden, 1974)

Abba could arguably be the most successful participants of the contest to date, you can say you don't listen to them, but you certainly know who they are whether you remember them from their work on the soundtrack of “Mama Mia!” or for this iconic entry that marks the first of Sweden's seven victories. 

The group was formed in 1972 when 2 married couples combined their talents together,Despite not being very well received by Swedish audiences,  the group had some moderate success before the competition, releasing songs and playing at festivals around sweden. 

They entered the Melodifestivalen (Sweden's way of picking their Eurovision entry) in 1973 with their song “Ring Ring” but didn't qualify, afterwards the band began working on their entry for the following year as they saw the potential the contest had to launch the group into the industry, and to open themselves up to an international crowd. since then the band have skyrocketed, having received many Grammy nominations and even winning various awards such as a Brit award and the AGVA's Vocal Entertainer of the Year award in 1981.

Dana International-Diva (Israel, 1998)

The 1998 Eurovision was a huge moment for LGBTQ+ representation, as it was the first time in the competition an only transgender person would compete and also win the competition. 

Yaron Cohen, known also as “Dana international” began her career in 1987 as a drag queen and had her first notable success when she launched a satirical version of Whitney Houstens “My Name Is Not Susan”. She legally changed her name and underwent gender affirming surgery in 1993 and took on the stage name “Dana international”

She first entered the Eurovision Qualifying Contest for Israel in 1995, as it had been a childhood dream to compete, but her entry for the year came second in the preselection. She would go on to release an EP and album in the following years before being chosen in 1998 to represent Israel in the 43rd year of the contest's runtime. 

Despite huge backlash from conservative communities in Europe, Dana overcame all of the pushback and took home the trophy with her song “Diva”. A song praising many strong powerful women throughout history. 

Many orthodox jews were opposed to her presence in the contest and she received a lot of death threats. This entry was the first time a Trangender person had not only been seen on the contest stage but had also won the show, making it a huge celebration for the LGBTQ community. 

Conchita Wurst - Rise Like The Phoenix (Austria,2014)

2014 was another memorable/controversial time for the contest, Austria's chose to send a drag artist as their entry for the 58th Eurovision. This made her the first drag artist to take the stage, as well as being the first artist to perform on the stage without backing vocals or dancers. 

Conchita Wurst, real name Thomas Neuwirth, is a drag artist and performer originally from Styria, Austria. Before taking on the persona of “Conchita Wurst” Neuwirth competed in an austrian talent/scouting show in 2006 and finished third, later he would go on to form a boy group known as “Jetzt Anders!”, the group would disband later the same year

It was after this he developed the persona of “Conchita Wurst” and would go on to place second place in the Austrian Eurovisons selections for 2012. Two years later she would be selected to represent Austria in the 2014 Eurovision contest with the song “Rise Like A Phoenix”, a powerful ballad about overcoming difficulties. 

Her presence and success sparked a lot of controversy among viewers, with a lot of more conservative groups taking great offence to the performer's presence. Some countries even went as far as to create and sign petitions to have the performance excluded from the broadcast. This controversy highlighted the ongoing disagreement between Eastern and Western Europe on homosexuality, but her win once again shone a positive light onto the LGBTQ+ community.

Sandra Kim - J'aime La Vie (Belgium,1986)

Belgium's Sandra Kim (real name; Sandra Caldarone) became the youngest person to compete and win the competition in 1986 at only 13 years of age. 

Born in Montegnee in Belgium, Kim started singing when she was only seven years old.  In March of 1986, she won the national selections and performed at the 30th Eurovision Contest held in Norway and took first place for Belgium making it their first and only win so far. 

The song “J’aime La Vie” is an upbeat bubblegum pop song about the joys of life and living, though at the time the song made Kim appear to be 15 years of age. Once her real age had been revealed the Switzerland began a petition to have the song disqualified from the contest. After this all a rule was brought in that all contestants had to be over 16 to compete (at least on the day of the Finals)

Dave Benton, Tanel Padar & 2XL - Everybody (Estonia, 2001)

Dave Benton made history by being not only the oldest person to claim victory at the contest, he was also the first person of colour to win the show.  The performance is Estonia's first and only win to date in the competition, which also makes it the first of the Baltic states to take home the title.

Born in 1951 on the Caribbean island Aruba, He moved to the US and performed as a backing vocalist and drummer for many artists. Afterwards, Benton would move to Estonia after marrying his wife in 1997. He has had a broad musical career partially due to his ability to speak 8 different languages. He has also had career in acting appearing in films "The Dissidents" and "Infinite Summer".

The win was a shock as Estonia didn't place in the top 10 of oddsmakers and betters. 

Despite the song's victory, it was not immediately available as a single and could only be found  as part of a compilation album released by BGM Germany. Dave Benton initially declined to perform on the song, but changed his mind a few days later when asked again.

Paul Oscar - Min Hinsti Dans (Iceland, 1997)

In 1997, Pall Oskar Hjalmtysson (more commonly known as Paul Oscar) joined the international spotlight as the first openly gay man to perform in Eurovision. Having already had national success, he was chosen to represent his home country of Iceland at the 42nd iteration of Eurovision hosted in Dublin Ireland.

Born in 1970, Oskar was a very musical child, singing and performing a lot, but was deeply affected by bullying in school. This only worsened when at the age of 16, he came out to his family as gay. In 1993 he released his album “Stu “ he soon after joined the band Milljónamæringarnir and released 2 albums with them, in 1995 he began his solo debut with the album “Palli” released under his own recording company. It went on to be the best selling Icelandic album of that year. 

He co-wrote and performed the song “Minn Hinsti Dans” representing Iceland, the performance featured four women performing with him latex acting suggestive on a sofa, while the performance only placed 20th in the semi finals, it captured the attention of viewers for its boldness, particularly among the LGBTQ audience. 

Lordi - Hard Rock Hallelujah (Finland, 2006)

The audience of the 51st iteration of Eurovision got quite the shock when Finnish metal band Lordi took to the stage with their song “Hard Rock Hallelujah”. The band are known for their extravagant monster outfits and are even known as “the Finish monsters”. The band would be crowned winners and take home Finland's first and only victory in the contest.

The band originally formed in 1996 after meeting at a KISS concert the year before. They knew early on they wanted to perform with crazy pyrotechnics and be dressed as different monsters. The costumes are heavily inspired by KISS and Horror elements. The band are never seen without the masks on, no matter what. 

Up until this time, the songs in the contest were more predominantly europop, pop or ballads. heavier and alternative genres were not seen in the contest until Lordis performance. Many called the group devil worshipers. In fact, a group of Greek priests were certain the band were satanic and told Kerrang magazine the group wasn't welcomed in the country. 

Despite this Lordi’s performance opened the doors of Eurovision for more non mainstream artists, their win and performance have had a huge impact on the way people would perceive the contest. And undoubtedly paved the way for other non mainstream artists to succeed in later shows. 

Joost Klein - Europapa (Netherlands, 2024)

This years eurovisions had a lot of really notable performances, some for good reasons, some for more controversial, I found it hard to pick one to talk about, but felt i needed to mention this years contest due to everything surrounding it, and I think the story of Joost Klein makes the most sense to mention. 

Despite many viewers choosing to boycott the show this year due to Israel's presence amidst the political climate, “Europapa” took the world by storm and spread like wildfire over social media. It was exactly the type of song you’d expect at Eurovision, an upbeat techno song about loving Europe and needing to come together during tough times. with wild and quirky stage production. 

The sentiment of needing to unite against hate was incredibly strong this year, with many performers voicing the same message in their shows. but Joost’s stage charisma and established popularity as a dutch performer made him stand out amongst the rest. Making his sudden disqualification from the contest a huge shock.

After qualifying for the grand final, a female camera woman claimed Klein allegedly made threatening remarks towards her, and after an investigation into these claims, the EBU released a statement disqualifying Joost from the final. Many fans were shocked by the news as it's the first time an act has been disqualified from the contest. 

Since then, speculation around the EBU’s decision has mainly centered around a prior incident during a press conference between Klein and Eden Golan, the Israeli representative. During this event Klein would not make eye contact with the Israeli singer, and when she was questioned on if her presence at the contest was a safety issue. Golan refused to answer but Klein pushed back, adding he felt she should. 

Joost's disqualification added even more tension to the contest this year, especially with ongoing outcry for the EBU to take a firmer stand on Israel. With the 2025 Eurovision already scheduled to take place in Basel, Switzerland, many fans will be waiting to see whether Israel will be cut loose from the competition or if History will be repeating itself.  

[bts-bangtanies]

Run BTS! ep 34 - “BTS vs Manito” (eps 33 & 34) 🦤🦚🫏🐃🐄🦙🦘where Jin ranked last in points and as penalty 🐹 wore hanbok airport fashion to Hong Kong (29 November ✈️) 🇭🇰 for Mnet Asian Music Awards (1 December🎙️) MAMA 2017 - 2 January 2018