You’ll be surprised to find that at the time when BTS debuted, all the members of the group were very young, with the oldest being 21. Do you know how old was Jungkook when he joined BTS?
BTS, also known as Bangtan Boys, is not just a band but it’s an emotion. The septet is more than just music, it’s an inspiration for many.
The group consists of seven members, named Jin, Jimin, V, RM, Suga, J-Hope, and Jungkook. Jin holds the title of the eldest member, while Jungkook stands as the youngest in the group.
How old was Jungkook when he joined BTS?
Jungkook, a South Korean singer, was born on September 1, 1997 in Busan. He rose to prominence as the main vocalist, sub-rapper, and the lead dancer of the South Korean boy band BTS. Jungkook was nicknamed the ‘golden maknae’ of BTS by fans, which means the youngest.
“The My You” singer was just 15 years old when BTS debuted on June 13, 2013. He started high school a year later to give all his time to the group. He attended Baekyang Elementary and Middle School in Busan and when he became a trainee, he was transferred to Singu Middle School in Seoul.
Talking about being the group’s main vocalist, Jungkook once said that after his debut, he could feel comparisons with other singers from other groups. Being the youngest in the group, he said he wondered if he was really ready to be the lead singer.
Very few people will be aware that Jungkook also has an interest in photography and video editing. He has released a series of travel videos called the Golden Closet Films (GCF), all of which he himself filmed.
How did Jungkook get into BTS?
Before joining BTS, he auditioned for a program called “SuperStar K Season 3” in 2011. He never made it to the finals, but he received casting offers from seven agencies, including Big Hit Entertainment (the agency that brought him and others together to form BTS).
According to the reports, Jungkook travelled to the US to work on his dance skills as he wanted to become a professional dancer, but another member of the group (Jimin) persuaded him to return to BTS. He eventually chose to become a trainee under Big Hit Entertainment after seeing RM, now his fellow band member and leader in BTS.
Jungkook has sung three solo songs under BTS. The first song he sang was ‘Begin’, a pop track from the 2016 album ‘Wings’, the second was the futuristic bass song ‘Euphoria’ and his third single was ‘My Time’, from the band’s 2020 studio album ‘Map of the Soul: 7’.
FAQs: How old was Jungkook when he joined BTS?
Here are the frequently asked questions related to the youngest member of the K-pop band BTS.
#1. At what age did Jungkook audition?
As per the reports, Jungkook was just 13 years old when he auditioned for the Big Hit Entertainment agency, responsible for the formation of the group BTS. Before making his debut, he trained for about 3 years.
#2. What age did Jungkook start training?
BTS’ Jungkook became a trainee at BigHit Entertainment when he was about 13 years old. He joined the company in 2011 after passing an audition for a talent search program. Jungkook made his debut with BTS at the age of 15.
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Conclusion: How old was Jungkook when he joined BTS?
BTS is something special, connecting with fans all around the world. The group is widely recognized for utilizing global platforms to address mental health issues especially those related to adolescents.
The septet’s well-synchronized dance moves, amusing songs, and relevant themes will be missed for some time now due to their enlistment in the mandatory service in the South Korean military.
Until their return, enjoy the group’s old songs and albums and we are sure the group will be back with a bang.