BTS returned to the American Music Awards, marking their first joint appearance at an awards show in four years.
The septet, consisting of RM, Jimin, Jin, Jungkoko, J Hope, Suga and V, achieved a perfect 100% win rate for the evening, turning their three nominations into trophies.
However, at one point, Jungkook, the youngest member of BTS, seemed visibly annoyed during the event.
Several videos captured by fans showed him with serious expressions that caused concern among fans.
BTS ARMY was quick to come up with a few theories as to why he seemed upset at the moment.
A video shows the Golden Maknae with a visibly annoyed expression, with the uploader claiming to have discovered the context behind his reaction.
Fans in the thread identify the triggerman as 28-year-old “Headliner” (a longtime master of Jungkook’s fan site), who many ARMYs refer to as sasaeng — a South Korean word that invades the privacy of K-pop idols, actors, or other celebrities — due to her years of following him since he was a teenager, unauthorized photos, and past incidents, including reported threats after ignored gifts.
The responses discuss the K-pop sensation’s tendency to avoid her camera or sections at events, with some calling for bans or protective measures, while others note the discomfort of idols instantly recognizing persistent harassers in the crowd.
For the unversed, at the 2026 AMAs, BTS received a total of three nominations, including Entertainer of the Year.
They beat out major global competitors, including Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny, Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga, to win the ceremony’s grand prize for the second time in their career.
The boys were also nominated and won the Song of the Summer award for their hit single. Swim from their fifth studio album, ARIRANG.
Additionally, they won the Best K-Pop Male Artist trophy.
