As fans may already know, j-hope’s older sister, Jung Jiwoo, married a non-celebrity in May 2021. The wedding was held privately at a luxurious restaurant in Gangnam, Seoul, attended by close family members and friends. On that day, j-hope delivered a congratulatory speech on behalf of their father, moving Jiwoo to tears. Meanwhile, three BTS members—Jin, V, and RM—were also present to celebrate the occasion.

Since getting married, Jiwoo has chosen to keep her husband’s identity private. However, fans have occasionally spotted him accompanying her to her brother’s or BTS’s concerts, as well as briefly appearing in some of her lifestyle vlogs. These glimpses of the couple together reflect a sweet and happy married life that many admire.

On May 5 this year, the couple celebrated their 5th wedding anniversary. On Instagram, Jiwoo shared a series of photos capturing a romantic dinner date with her husband at an upscale restaurant. In another post, she revealed more intimate, cozy moments at home, with hand-prepared bouquets, blowing out candles together on a beautifully decorated cake, and wrote: “just sitting side-by-side, looking in the same direction while chatting away about everything and nothing.”

However, what drew the most attention was the final caption in that post, which left ARMYs deeply emotional. Jiwoo mentioned: “But the wish I made while blowing out the candles—small yet so big: Please let there be a little ‘mini-me’ joining us for our anniversary next year.” This simple yet heartfelt wish instantly touched readers’ hearts.

For long-time followers of Jiwoo, it is well known that since late last year, she has been going through a difficult period in her journey toward having a child. In a vlog marking her return to YouTube this past April after a six-month hiatus, Jiwoo calmly shared for the first time what she had experienced, including undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment.

She explained that during those 5–6 months away, she focused on recovering both physically and mentally, while seriously considering IVF as a step toward building a family. Jiwoo also candidly revealed that her first embryo transfer was unsuccessful, resulting in a chemical pregnancy. She expressed, “Though I’m recovering well and staying healthy, accepting this common yet painful experience hasn’t been easy.”

Moreover, some fans are also aware that throughout the past six months, Jiwoo has had to endure numerous false and even inappropriate rumors regarding childbirth, including sensitive issues such as miscarriage—to the point where she once responded angrily: “Stop asking me~ It's really annoying lol. You should stop spamming. I'll block you now". She also pleaded with the public: “There are so many questions about pregnancy today… I’ll let you know first when I get good news someday. I don’t want to get this question. Please...”

Against this backdrop, reading Jiwoo’s anniversary wish inevitably leaves many feeling emotional. The way she described it as “small yet so big” and referred to a “mini-me” reflects both tenderness and a deep longing to become a mother. Jiwoo has gone through a journey filled with both physical and emotional pain, yet her maternal instinct remains strong enough to heal those wounds. Fans are truly moved by her struggles, her resilience, and her gentle heart.

On the other hand, her willingness to share such a personal wish on social media also shows that she has become more open. ARMYs hope that this openness will be met with the same level of respect and understanding from the public. They also wish that, moving forward, the world will surround her with kindness and encouragement. Many fans have sent their prayers and blessings, hoping that Jiwoo’s wish will come true by the next anniversary:

- Wow, it's already been 5 years! Time really flies. It feels like just yesterday we watched her get married. It might not be the right time just yet, but we will definitely see her become a mom, and I know it won't be long now

- It feels like just yesterday I saw her get married!! I really hope she makes this dream come true

- Seriously, I’ve never rooted for someone to become a mother as much as I root for her. She is just such a sweetheart

- I remember last year when people kept suspecting her being pregnant, so invasive and insensitive to fertility issues. I hope everything goes well for her. Baby dust for her 

- Only those struggling to conceive know how much it hurts. I truly wish that she gets her miracle soon!

- Feeling of being mother is like blessing. She was so happy when she was talking about that with hobi. May god bless her with a healthy baby Lots of love and prayers for her

- Awww my heart hurts for her. I wish everyone wanting to start a family, well. Please, send her your blessings, not immoral comments

- May she be blessed with a Lil angel, bundle of love and happiness. I didn’t know that she was not only suffering from a failed IVF attempt but also had to endure inappropriate comments during that time. It’s truly нєαятвяєαкιиg.

- I hope she can be a mom this year, she’s going to be a great mother & Hobi a sweet uncle

- May God bless this family and help her dream come true! Next year's celebration will be even more beautiful