BTS' Jungkook's BFFs Revealed: Meet The Dynamic '97-Liners’ Group

BTS' Jungkook, the esteemed K-pop artist, has solidified his position as one of the most renowned singers in the genre. Joining the celebrated group, BTS, propelled him to global stardom, earning him immense fame and success. Undoubtedly, the members of BTS are his closest companions. However, this K-pop sensation has an extensive circle of friends beyond the realms of the biggest band in the world, and intriguingly, they are also K-pop stars. Together, they form a group lovingly known as the "97-Liners," sharing the same birth year of 1997.

Apart from Jungkook, the group has seven other members. Among them are Cha Eun-woo, Yugyeom, and BamBam from GOT7, Mingyu, The8, and DK from SEVENTEEN, and Jaehyun from NCT. Most recently, Bang Chan from Stray Kids seemingly joined the group; he was spotted hanging out with Jungkook, Eunwoo, and Jaehyun in August of the previous year.

Reportedly, this cherished friend group took shape when Jungkook and Yugyeom established a good rapport shortly after their respective debuts—Jungkook in 2013 and Yugyeom in 2014. Their friendship subsequently expanded to include other K-pop stars born in 1997.

While the 97 liners frequently arrange meetups, their gatherings tend to be private. They attend each other's concerts and though they do not often share many pictures together, their close bond is unquestionable. This enduring friendship serves as an example of the rare, long-lasting connections found within the dynamic realm of K-pop, leaving fans in awe.

For the uninitiated, the public was first introduced to this exceptional "97 liners" friend group in December 2016, when BamBam shared a selfie taken at the KBS Song Festival, featuring the members. Cha Eun-woo later became a part of this tight-knit group, joining them a few years later.

Meanwhile, on the professional front, Jungkook is on the verge of unveiling his solo album following "Dreamers." Alongside his flourishing music career, the talented singer has recently been bestowed with the prestigious title of Calvin Klein's new global brand ambassador, further cementing his multifaceted endeavors.