Although celebrities often present a polite and composed attitude in public, many viewers still hold preconceived notions about famous figures—especially global stars—that they tend to be arrogant, difficult to please, and often disregard others, particularly the manual laborers who work for them.
There have also been numerous instances where well-known K-pop idols faced major backlash due to allegations of вυℓℓуing staff or exhibiting rude behavior toward employees. Red Velvet’s Irene, BLACKPINK’s Jennie, and The Boyz’s Sunwoo are unfortunate examples of such cases.
This is why the most important advice BTS gave to the juniors Cortis before their debut was: “Do well by the people that you're working with, the staff. That's all that matters. To нιт a long run, you’ve got to be good to the people around you. You’ve got to show love.”
BTS’s Golden Maknae, Jungkook, has internalized this philosophy for over a decade, so fans were not surprised when a social media post quickly garnered thousands of comments praising his kindness toward a repair worker at his apartment.
Specifically, an OP who identified as an ARMY shared a photo featuring Jungkook’s autograph and recounted that her younger brother—a soundproofing technician—had the opportunity to work at the idol’s luxury apartment in Seoul Forest Trimage.
If you don't remember, in October 2018, Jungkook purchased an apartment in the upscale Seoul Forest Trimage complex for approximately 1.95 billion KRW. After moving out of the group’s dorm, he lived there for some time before selling it in October 2020 to buy another high-end apartment.
During his time there, Jungkook spent a significant amount of money renovating the apartment according to his preferences. This also explains why her brother’s prior perceptions of K-pop superstars completely changed after experiencing firsthand the unforgettable impressions left by the idol.
The OP shared that Jungkook requested the installation of soundproofing materials in his workspace to minimize any noise he might generate, ensuring it would not disturb neighboring apartments. The installation process took a long time, so her brother and several other staff members worked from morning until evening.
When Jungkook noticed the workers diligently performing their tasks, he ordered food for them and told them to feel free to use the apartment’s restroom. While he appeared shy and spoke little with them, his sincerity and kindness were clearly demonstrated through his actions, leaving her brother deeply impressed.
Moreover, when her brother returned to Jungkook’s apartment to check the installed materials, Jungkook continued to treat him kindly. During this visit, the technician revealed that his sister was a devoted fan of Jungkook. Remarkably, the idol did not hesitate to offer to sign an autograph for her as a gift.
Previously, the technician had been somewhat curious and puzzled by his sister’s intense admiration for Jungkook and the sheer number of fans he had. It was only after meeting Jungkook in person that he fully understood the depth of that admiration, which encompαѕѕed not just his appearance, music, and achievements but also his golden character.
This encounter not only changed this young man’s perception but also influenced the views of many others regarding BTS and Jungkook in real life. Meanwhile, ARMYs felt immense pride in the good-hearted nature of their idol:
- Jungkook’s kindness is truly heartwarming. His sincerity shines through in everything he does
- He’s so kind and caring. His warm manners stay with people
- whenever people talk about how bts are in person and how they genuinely treat people with kindness, my heart blooms with so much pride because i know i admire the right kind of people
- I’m so proud to be an ARMY. Jungkook's actions speak louder than words; he’s a true role model
- His humility and respect for others are what make him stand out. Jungkook is a gem
- Every time I see Jungkook interacting with fans or staff, I’m reminded of why I admire him so much
- These real-life stories make me proud to support him. I stan the king of behaviour
- He doesn’t just talk about kindness; he lives it. Jungkook is a true inspiration.
- Seeing Jungkook’s interactions with others always brings a smile to my face. His warmth is infectious.
- Being an ARMY means supporting someone who embo∂ιєs kindness and respect. Jungkook makes me proud every day.
- this is why I love BTS, they are so king and they are my inspiration as well