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πŸ“Έ INSTAGRAM RM story: Happy Lunar New Year πŸ™‡πŸ» ^^7 https://t.co/GhjMJyyDzc

By BTS News & Updates
Posted February 17, 2026

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BTS News & Updates (@dalbitbangtan) is a dedicated fan account on X specializing in real-time BTS updates, capturing member activities like social media stories and messages. Their style is concise and visual-focused, often sharing screenshots from platforms like Instagram and Weverse. They hold strong credibility among ARMY for timely, accurate posts without speculation.

What's This About?

This content captures a screenshot of BTS leader RM's Instagram story wishing fans 'Happy Lunar New Year πŸ™‡πŸ»' with a playful '^^7' reference, likely alluding to his military sergeant rank. Posted by a fan account, it highlights RM's ongoing connection with fans during his mandatory South Korean military service in the ROK Army's military band, where he enlisted in December 2023. The post ties into RM's recent Weverse letter detailing his promotion to sergeant alongside other BTS members, Lunar New Year traditions like eating tteokguk, and his countdown to discharge on June 10.[1][3]

πŸ”₯Why It's Trending

The post is trending due to RM's rare personal update during military service, coinciding with Lunar New Year celebrations that resonate culturally with BTS's global fanbase. Fans are excited by his promotion to sergeant and optimistic discharge timeline, amplified by BTS's anticipated group comeback. The lighthearted tone and photo reassurance amid service isolation drive emotional engagement and shares.[1][3]

πŸ’‘Fun Facts

  • 1RM announced his promotion to sergeant in a Weverse letter, noting all four serving BTS members (RM, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin) achieved early promotions.[1]
  • 2He humorously shaved his head to celebrate the promotion and shared a pre-shave photo to assure fans he's doing well.[1][3]
  • 3RM has been spending service time exercising, playing saxophone, studying, and preparing for his music return.[1]
  • 4Lunar New Year tteokguk, mentioned by RM, symbolizes turning a year older in Korean culture.[3]
  • 5RM was recognized as an 'Elite Trainee' early in his service for exceptional performance.[2]

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RM story:
Happy Lunar New Year πŸ™‡πŸ»
^^7 https://t.co/GhjMJyyDzc