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BTS August 2024 Roundup: In August 2024, BTS took the Korean entertainment industry by storm, making a significant impact across various platforms. The K-pop sensation, consisting of talented members V, Jungkook, Jimin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, and Jin, consistently topped headlines throughout the month. From Jungkook's eagerly awaited solo documentary to V's mesmerizing appearances, and from Suga's controversial drunk driving incident to other notable events, the BTS members made notable headlines for several reasons.

BTS August 2024 Roundup

BTS Jimin and Jungkook’s Are You Sure

BTS’ Are You Sure dominated headlines as it was released in August 2024 on Disney+. The travel variety show topped the digital ratings, especially after BTS member V aka Kim Taehyung’s entry in episode 3. The show is awaiting the release of episode 5, which will be out August 29, 2024.

BTS Makes History: 33 Songs Reach No.1 on Worldwide iTunes Chart

We Are Bulletproof: The Eternal topped worldwide iTunes chart, marking the group's 33rd no. 1 hit and cementing their status as the most successful act on the chart. BTS's 33 Worldwide iTunes No. 1s include solo tracks by members like Jimin, SUGA, RM, and V. SUGA's Polar Night held the top spot for 2 days before being replaced by BTS' We Are Bulletproof: The Eternal. As of August 26, 23 of SUGA's songs re-entered the chart, making him the most consumed musician globally.

BTS’ Suga DUI Case

Suga is currently under investigation for driving an electric scooter while intoxicated on August 6, 2024. After being stopped by police, Suga issued a heartfelt apology, acknowledging he had broken traffic laws by riding the scooter after drinking, thinking it was a short distance, and promising to be more mindful in the future. Suga wrote, “Last night after drinking at dinner, I went home by riding an electric scooter. I violated the traffic laws due to me thinking easily that it’s close distance and not recognizing that it is not allowed to ride an electric scooter after drinking," he wrote, before adding, "I bow my head and apologise to everyone.”

On August 23, Suga appeared at a police station after completing community service and publicly apologised for his actions, expressing deep regret and remorse for causing pain and disappointment to his fans and loved ones, and pledged to cooperate with the investigation and ensure it doesn't happen again.

BTS’ RM’s LOST! selected for 2024 Berlin Commercial Awards

RM's LOST! music video earned recognition with a shortlist nod for Best Cinematography at the 2024 Berlin Commercial Awards, to be announced on August 30. This accolade followed Vimeo's staff selecting LOST! as one of the internet's best short films.

Jin Shatters Records: Gucci's Most-Liked Post Ever

In a remarkable achievement, BTS member Jin has made history by becoming the face of the most-liked post on Gucci's social media platforms, surpassing all previous records and cementing his status as a global fashion icon. According to a report by Naver on August 25, 2024, Jin's collaboration with the luxury brand has generated unprecedented engagement, with fans and followers flocking to like and share the post in droves, shattering previous records and solidifying Jin's influence in the fashion world.