Well, it is a fact that we have reiterated many times that smoking is not inherently ilℓєgαℓ or a violation of ethical standards. Basically, an idol who smokes is no different from other normal people if they are old enough and smoke in an area where smoking is allowed.
It is similar to RM's case below and there is no room for argument. What we're paying attention to here is that after a̾c̾c̾i̾d̾e̾n̾tally revealing this moment, RM made fans go crazy because of a new side of him that they only now get to see. He also quickly became a search trend on SNS in recent hours.
Below are netizens' reactions to the photo that RM shared a few hours ago:
In the prejudice of many fans, there are many things idols cannot do like normal people because they have to preserve their image in front of the public. However, this limit needs to be broken because they are also normal people, have civil rights and are free to choose what they want to do for themselves. Smoking is also among these things.
Over the past year, several members of BTS have revealed their behind-the-scenes smoking moments. It shows a mature side of them while also shining a light on fans' reactions to an act that has long been considered unpopular with fans. The members of BTS do not hide the fact that they smoke, but of course, they do not promote it either.
In particular, recently, RM caused a chao when he a̾c̾c̾i̾d̾e̾n̾tally revealed a moment showing that he is also a smoker through his Instagram Story. He shared a photo taken behind the scenes, standing with another man. While RM's hand held a half-smoked cigarette, his friend was also spotted with wh̾i̾t ̾e smoke, it seemed like the two had shared a cigarette together.
Even though RM updated it, he immediately deleted the photo. While RM is an adult and of ℓєgαℓ smoking age and has the right to choose what he does, fans expressed surprise that he posted this photo. K-Pop idols are often held to a much higher (and sometimes unreasonable) standard and smoking has long been frowned upon in ḳöŕệä, but he didn't try to hide what he did. RM showed his openness and shared somєthing showing that he is also a normal guy like anyone else.
After RM's story was updated, Twitter saw a trend related to RM emerging quickly. Fans are currently discussing this very enthusiastically:
- namjoon smoking ????like this is so hot
- I have a feeling that he posted this on a̾c̾c̾i̾d̾e̾n̾t. But everyone, respect his decision, please
- My boy already grew up. So heeeuuttttttt
- Daddy be like: say somєthing bad about my child
- Hot af I love his eyes
- Why is everybody saying “delete this” he is the most famous person, you can‘y cover the sun with a finger. Speak up when fools speak out against rm. I mean maybe he is smiling and you are crying. Just, stay calm and be happy
- When you are conflicted with hot men smoking… haha! Nah, As a smoker myself for 20 years, this era is ̾s̾e̾xy for me
- Joon making a statement and i support his 30yo hot αѕѕ.
- Actually its not! My lungs are surprisingly ok as per last exam. I thought it was black too. Im not a heavy smoker tho but started really early
- namjoon the hottest man I have ever seen but when he smoking ? like I’m dying
- yoongi did NOT make the haegeum mv just for yall to turn around and be weird about namjoon smoking
- I feel like people forget they are GROWN MEN. anyone who has an opinion about what they do in their private time is giving weird vibes
- a while ago my local armys gc were being mildly dramatic over the pics of JK and I was like "calm down everyone; let's all listen to Hageum again"
- people are ofc being weird about him smoking and either acting like he’s a child and doesn’t understand why it’s bad or just acting like he’s committed мυя∂єя
- NAMJOON SMOKING HAS ME ACTING SOME TYPE OF WAYYYY
- people sh̾i̾t ̾ting and crying over namjoon smoking like if anything he would be the first member to come to mind if you asked me who smokes sorry
- support what they want, they often obey our wishes, so we also have to be able to accept what they do yorobun
When this photo was shared, fans remembered a moment in the past where RM used to hold a lighter. At that time, many people also raised questions about him smoking, and many people thought that the lighter could be used for many other purposes.
Meanwhile, in September 2023, Jungkook was also seen smoking outside a restaurant in Los Angeles, California. Then, in November, V shared a photo on his Instagram Story with a vap3 in his hand while sitting next to PD Min Heejin at the set where they filmed the MV for his solo album.
In an article this morning, the media said that V and RM used to smoke for a long time, but there was a time when RM stopped because it was not good for his health. Now it seems like he still maintains this habit from time to time while V and Jungkook use cigarettes as a way to relieve stress. Obviously, they have certain reasons for their smoking and this is also common among artists!
