- By Srishti Pandey
- Tue, 19 Mar 2024 05:01 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
BTS' Jungkook, the youngest member of the group, has embarked on a new journey in the South Korean military as a cook. After enlisting in the army's 5th Division in December 2023 alongside his bandmate Jimin, Jungkook has transitioned from being a global pop star to serving his country with culinary skills.
Reports from various media outlets confirm that Jungkook has smoothly adapted to his role as a cook, showcasing a talent that fans may not have been aware of but are excited to support. Before his enlistment, Jungkook frequently shared his love for cooking with fans through Weverse and live streams, preparing dishes ranging from pasta to buckwheat noodles.
In a recent update on Weverse, Jungkook assured fans of his well-being, stating, "I'm doing well. I've been working out a lot too. I'm doing a great job cleaning—up to the ceiling. I'm cooking well too. It's already mid-March. I'll see you again. I miss you a lot. Unity!" This update provided a glimpse into Jungkook's life in the military and reassured fans of his health and happiness.
Various Korean Media reported “Jungkook, who usually showed off his cooking skills, became a cook in the military.”
— JK DAILYʲᵏ (@Daily_JKUpdate) March 19, 2024
It has been confirmed that Jungkook, , who enlisted in the military in December last year , is serving as a cook. According to the music industry and related… pic.twitter.com/kgPxKrLDu4
Jungkook's passion for cooking has been evident to fans for some time, and his new role as a military cook allows him to continue pursuing this interest while serving his country. Fans around the world have shown unwavering support for Jungkook and the rest of BTS as they fulfil their mandatory military service, highlighting the group's enduring impact both on and off the stage.
As BTS members take on new roles and continue to connect with fans, their dedication and talent continue to shine, captivating audiences worldwide. Fans eagerly await more updates from Jungkook and the rest of BTS as they navigate this new chapter in their careers.
i hope our chef Jungkook cooks well today and that he has an awesome day. i miss him already <3
— 나비.97 (FAN) (@maineventjeon) March 17, 2024
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I’m still crying and smiling over the fact Jungkook shared that he has been cooking well when in fact he used to cook with all of us on weverse lives.. how can you not love this precious human being frrr! pic.twitter.com/OX4qbh98jm
— 나비.97 (FAN) (@maineventjeon) March 16, 2024