Just one month remains until the new year 2026—the spring when BTS promised to return to fans after a three-year hiatus from group activities due to military service. Industry experts predict, based on tradition, that Big Hit Music and BTS will announce plans for a new album release and kick off a world tour at least within the first two months of the year.

Meanwhile, even though SUGA has been back for five months after his discharge, he has barely appeared on social media, except for some group photos with BTS members and a post he shared on his personal Instagram account. This has only heightened fans’ anticipation for SUGA’s official presence when BTS resumes activities in the new year.

However, while ARMYs are excitedly awaiting SUGA and BTS’s comeback, some netizens have reacted negatively. This is understandable to some extent, as the return of top global K-pop superstars represents a “major threat” to certain “individuals.” Consequently, toxic individuals have attempted to sabotage the comeback by launching numerous attacks and defaming the members on social media.

After targeting RM, Jimin, and Jungkook, SUGA has recently become the focus of these attacks. What angers ARMYs even more is that these attacks dredge up last year’s DUI incident as a pretext. At the time, a large amount of misinformation spread across media outlets, but it was later corrected, showing that SUGA had not caused any serious issues. Even after publicly apologizing and taking legal responsibility for his actions, malicious parties have continued to latch onto this incident to slander and defame his character and reputation.

Many discussions and comments have emerged, calling for SUGA to be excluded from future group projects. Some even submitted petitions to national broadcasters, requesting a ban on the rapper appearing on any programs. Notably, social media has also circulated baseless claims accusing SUGA of neglecting colleagues or leveraging his fame for special privileges during his military service.

Of course, these false rumors were created solely to manipulate public perception and diminish fans’ affection for SUGA and BTS. However, “paper cannot wrap fire”—the truth remains the truth! Since SUGA is genuinely a good and respectable person, some of his former colleagues from his community service during military have even shared personal experiences working with him. These individuals hope to provide fans with a more accurate view of his character so they can make fairer judgments.

One OP, who introduced themselves as having worked in food distribution at the training center where SUGA completed a month of basic training as part of his alternative military service, wrote on Theqoo (a major кσяєαn social forum): "Came to the boot camp and was together with BTS SUGA. He was very quiet. I gave him food during mealtime and he said thank you.”

Another widely shared post came from a user on X, revealing that her boyfriend met SUGA during his training to become a public service worker: "Long time no see. I was busy with finishing αѕѕignments and finding myself a boyfriend. That boyfriend, whom I met on campus at school, went to his public service worker training and met Yoongi,” she began.

She added that her boyfriend received the gifts that SUGA had distributed to other trainees on holiday — a bottle of water and Pepero sticks. “Yoongi treated his training teammates to water and Pepero. My boyfriend got them, too, and gave them to me… Heh. I’m so happy,” she wrote.

Another viral post provided even more details, revealing that SUGA had been chosen as the team leader among his public service colleagues. Their team called “Pyeong Chang Su" - the brand of water he once gave them. The poster shared a list of guidelines supposedly created by SUGA to maintain a “friendly environment.” The list included:

Common Features: We strive for maximum efficiency at minimum energy, we do not cross lines, and we prefer a friendly environment.
Rules:

1. Be on time.
2. No smoking indoors.
3. Do not cross lines.

Team Leader: Min Yoongi

Supplies: Name of sol∂ιєr
Clerk: Name
Timer: Name
Cleaning: Name
Presentation: Name
Reaction: Name

These shared experiences reveal the “reality” of SUGA’s two years of service—completely different from the baseless accusations intended to tarnish his reputation and remove him from BTS. Anyone who has followed BTS and SUGA for a long time knows how principled, meticulous, and responsible he is.

ARMYs also firmly believe that toxic individuals will never succeed, no matter how many allegations they spread or how hard they try to smear his reputation, because SUGA will continue to be defended—not only by fans but also by those who have directly interacted with him and witnessed his good-natured character.

Fans have flooded social media with comments expressing pride in SUGA’s admirable character. They have also sent thanks to former colleagues who, despite no longer working with him, spoke up to protect the idol:

- He’s always been kind-hearted. I’m glad the truth is coming out

- These stories just prove what kind of person Yoongi really is

- Imagine wasting energy trying to bring down someone who’s already untouchable

- No matter what haters say, we know his true character

- Even in silence, he gains respect. That’s real impact

- His humility and quiet strength speak louder than any rumor.

- Those who served with him saw the real him — respectful, thoughtful, genuine

-  He didn’t need to defend himself — his actions did it for him

- And just like that, your smear campaign failed. Try again?

- Nice try, haters. But real ones know the truth

- You tried to bury him, but forgot he’s a seed. Yoongi stays booked, busy, and beloved. Meanwhile, y’all…