He expressed heartfelt thanks to the fans who traveled from afar, saying, "Thank you, Mexico."
This meeting took place ahead of BTS’s concert in Mexico City and followed a conversation with the president.
Jimin from BTS expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Mexican fans who showed overwhelming support. On May 7th, he shared a video on his social media that captured the special moment he shared with fans. The video showed Jimin alongside his bandmates on the balcony of the Mexican presidential palace, filming the estimated 50,000 fans who filled Zocalo Plaza. He captured the emotional moment as he thanked fans for traveling great distances to see them, commenting "Thank you, Mexico" and moving many with his sincerity. This encounter was made possible as BTS was invited by the presidential office ahead of their concert in Mexico City. Following a 40-minute discussion with President Claudia Sheinbaum, they greeted the sea of fans from the balcony. Currently, BTS is actively promoting their album 'Arirang,' which features 14 songs, including the title track 'SWIM.'
Jimin's encounter with fans in Mexico highlights the profound nature of BTS's global fandom culture. This relationship goes beyond mere artist and fan; it reflects a partnership built on mutual respect and support. BTS, famous not only in K-pop but worldwide, carries a message of positivity while speaking out on various social issues. The warm reception they received reveals the depth of their connection with fans. Moreover, by engaging with fans directly after meeting with the president, BTS provided an opportunity for their followers to experience their authentic selves in a very tangible way.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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