A celebratory Instagram post by BTS leader RM, Kim Namjoon, promoting the success of his solo album, Right Place Wrong Person, has unexpectedly sparked controversy. The usually exciting news faced strong criticism due to its ill-timed timing. Just a day earlier, fellow band member Suga was caught driving an electric scooter while drunk. The rapper has since apologised, claiming he ignored relevant rules.
RM deletes Instagram post amid Suga’s DUI scandal
On August 6, Suga aka Min Yoongi who is currently serving in the public sector was caught driving an electric scooter under the influence of alcohol and is now under police investigation. The following day, BTS’s RM shared a promotional update on Instagram celebrating the achievement of his second solo album reaching #7 on “The Genius Community’s 25 Best Albums of 2024 So Far”.
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The post was reportedly reshared by another creator, JNKRYD, which was similar to the one shared by RM a day earlier. But, within minutes, the BTS leader deleted the post. However, many criticised him for being insensitive, with some suggesting that he was ignoring or downplaying the seriousness of the situation. “He never really cared and always posted what he wanted,” one social media user wrote. “How insensitive,” another quipped. “Why this time, of all times?” another added.
Fans defend RM’s actions amid Suga controversy
While a section of fans continued to criticize the leader, many stood in support of the Indigo singer and defended his actions. They said that he might not have been aware of the news due to his military service, as access to mobile devices is restricted for a certain period of time.
“He may not know because he’s in the military. He deleted the post immediately,” one commented. “How cruel of you guys to criticize him without letting him know,” another said. “Did RM do anything wrong? Why are people reacting like this to him? This is absurd. All the other members are diligently completing or have already completed their military service. If you want to criticize, aim it at the person who caused the incident,” another said and so on.
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Suga’s DUI update
On August 6, a shocking incident involving the Daechwita singer came to light. CCTV footage showed the rapper riding home on an electric scooter when he fell while trying to park. A nearby police officer who came to assist smelled alcohol on Suga. Subsequent tests found that his blood alcohol content was above the legal limit for driving, leading to his arrest. He was taken to the local police station. The rapper has since publicly apologized for his actions.
