BTS recently held a concert in Busan, and while the event created countless memorable moments for fans, one unexpected attendee also caught the attention of fans online — Jungkook‘s mother.
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Multiple clips circulating on social media appeared to show Jungkook’s mother attending the concert and enjoying the event alongside other fans. Videos of her interactions quickly went viral, with many praising her warm and friendly personality.
Jungkook’s mother’s personality is so adorable. She attended the Busan concert and even received gifts from members just like ARMY. Look at how kind and humble she is with fans when they give her gifts. She’s so sweet, the way she talks to them. Even her eye smile is exactly like Jungkook’s. She’s a copy of her son.
— Fan via X
شخصية ام جونقكوك تجنن كانت حاضره حفل بوسان وماخذه هديه من الاعضاء مثل الارمي بس شوفوا لطافتها وتواضعها مع الارمي وهم يعطوها الهدايا عسل كيف تتكلم معهم ضحكة عيونها نفس جونقكوك نسخه عن ابنها🥹🥹 pic.twitter.com/mewCRkeH6p
— خلود ℘ (@JEONKH_) June 13, 2026
Fans were touched by the clips, with many pointing out how similar her mannerisms were to Jungkook’s.
However, not everyone was comfortable with the interactions and videos being shared online.
I don’t like the idea of ARMY going to his mother and talking to her, even if she’s spontaneous and kind with them. It shouldn’t be like this. The woman came to attend the concert just like them, and every time someone comes up to her to greet her.
مو حابة فكرة ان الارمي يروحوا لأمه ويكلموها حتى لو هي عفوية ولطيفة معاهم يعني مايصير كذا المراة جاية تحضر الحفل مثلها مثلهم تلاقي كل مرة احد جايها يسلم عليها
— Love ⟭⟬ JJ (@fati75689220) June 14, 2026
The clips soon sparked debate among fans, with some arguing that Jungkook’s mother should be allowed to attend concerts without being approached or filmed. Others expressed concerns about her privacy, noting that she is not a public figure despite being related to one of the world’s biggest stars.
Why are you showing her face. She is not a public celebrity. It’s the invasion of her privacy. Respectfully saying please delete it.
— Jeon Sphere⁷ (@jasbir_gre46734) June 14, 2026
cute. But don’t normalise this.
Leave the parents alone.
— ᗩᖇᗩ ღ 13TS FESTA ⟭⟬ (@yoonara_A) June 14, 2026
Several fans questioned whether it was appropriate for ARMYs to approach her at all, even if the interactions appeared friendly and voluntary.
Why are they even approaching his Mum some of y’all don’t know boundaries it shows.
— ⁷ Alice (@Alice45055426) June 14, 2026
Why are you all are recording his mum’s video and posting it? His mum has given candies to Armys before yet none of us took her picture and share it here on the Internet cause it’s not her consent. Delete
— HANA⁷ ⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 (@jiminssimuse) June 14, 2026
While many BTS fans found the clips heartwarming, others believe that relatives of idols deserve the same privacy as any other concert attendee, regardless of their connection to a famous artist.
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