On September 18, 2024, a series of childhood photos of BTS’ Jungkook were shared widely on social media following the release of his solo documentary, JUNG KOOK: I AM STILL. This much-anticipated project, which premiered in theaters worldwide on September 18, KST, explores the creative journey behind Jungkook’s debut solo album, Golden, while also delving into his artistic personality.
The documentary features a wealth of behind-the-scenes footage, showcasing Jungkook during live performances, in the recording studio, and much more.
Among the circulated images, fans noticed that BTS’ Jungkook had adorably round cheeks in his childhood photos, which captured him in a variety of outfits. Many of these images displayed his charming smile, while others revealed a tender emotional side where he appeared close to tears. This wave of nostalgia led to viral posts across social media, with one X user expressing:
“NUUU I’M LITERALLY SOBBING LOOK HOW SMOL AND CUTE HE IS.”
The ARMY noticed a striking resemblance between Jungkook’s childhood facial features and those of his fellow band member, Kim Taehyung. Fans couldn’t help but share their feelings:
“AWWWWW OMG HE IS SO CUTE THOSE BOBA CHEEKS AND SOFTY CHUBBY CHEEKS,”a fan reacted.
“Jungkook said his cheeks aren’t easy to eat we beg to differ, he’s been a roundie from day one,”a fan shared.
“Why do taekook pictures look similar lol I love them,”a fan commented.
Several fans also noted that Jungkook’s appearance has remained remarkably unchanged since 1997:
“nah bc it was cruel to start it showing his baby photos i was NOT prepared,”a user reacted.
“I see no difference in Jungkook of today and Jungkook from 1997,”a user shared.
“Roundie, cutie, patootie, baldie Jungkookie. Omo, my heart can’t handle this much of cuteness. I’m overdosed,”a user commented.
BTS’ Jungkook’s ‘Golden: The Moments’ Exhibition to Conclude on September 22, 2024
The exhibition titled ‘Golden: The Moments’ dedicated to BTS’ Jungkook commenced on August 30, 2024, and will come to a close on September 22, 2024. It has been organized by HYBE and BigHit Music at the Le Meridien Moxy Building (1-2F, 38 Myeongdong 8na-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea).
As detailed in a press release by BigHit Music through Weverse, this exhibition offers fans a unique look at important moments in the life of the Golden Maknae:
“It’s based on countless journeys and experiences ranging from his debut to when he became a global pop star. GOLDEN: The Moments exhibition records the moments in which he presented his musical world to an even wider world through the GOLDEN album.”
BTS’ Jungkook began his mandatory military service on December 12, 2023, alongside fellow bandmate Jimin.
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