BTS Jungkook Sets a New World Record: The Only Person to Gain 2 Million IG Followers in Less Than 24 Hours!

Muskan Saifi
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BTS Brings Internet to Real Life: 11 Lives and a Viral Instagram Reboot

In one day, BTS brought the entire fandom to its knees — the most beautiful way, of course. What began as a spontaneous Instagram live from V soon snowballed into an unforgettable 11-session livestream event on Instagram and Wavers. Add in Jungkook coming as a surprise back to Instagram and the day turned into a celebration of love, laughter, and pure BTS chaos.

Let’s relive the magic.

V Starts Chaos With Four Lives in a Row

ARMYs were NOT prepared when Kim Taehyung (V) went live so casually! Followed by a second… and third… and fourth. It was like having a party with your best friend that missed you more than anyone — and would not stop hitting the “Go Live” button.

Purple hearts, giggles and “we missed you” messages crowded the comments. The vibe? Nostalgic, warm and completely chaotic — just the way ARMYs like it.

BTS Jungkook Sets a New World Record: The Only Person to Gain 2 Million IG Followers in Less Than 24 Hours!

Jungkook & RM Join the Fun

Jungkook arrived to meet V and the bromance was born. They made you laugh one minute and cry the next with their chemistry. BTS has a way of making simple chit-chat something you’ll never forget.

Stirring it up, RM later joined in, tapping in to his own thoughtful energy — along with a bit of tech trouble. His camera settings failed him, but that only added to the humor. Jungkook did his part by going live as well, proving that even just small moments are enough for their connection to sparkle.

We verse: Jimin’s Heat and Hobe’s Stun

When the group transitioned to Wavers, Jimin was there, exuding a sense of gentle, soothing presence. His soft-touching approach to fans gave that familiar comfort everyone comes to know from BTS.

And then, in a shocking turn, J-Hope showed up for just a little bit. It was one of his first since finishing his military service, and ARMYs were in tears. Fans were already crying at just the sight of him waving.

Although Suga did not participate in the lives, with 6 of 7 members reconnect with fans made the day truly special.

The Internet Already Has Plans for Jungkook, Old.

Jungkook also came back to Instagram on the same day with a fresh new username: @mnijungkook. No posts, no bio — just his name. Yet within 24 hours, he had already amassed more than 2 million followers.

He said the meaning in a short live: “My Name Is Jungkook.” Simple. Iconic. Very Jungkook.

Fans welcomed him back with hashtags, edits and emotional posts that were trending on social media. After months in the military, his return online warmed hearts.

BTS Jungkook Sets a New World Record The Only Person to Gain 2 Million IG Followers in Less Than 24 Hours!
BTS in LA – Preparing for Their Comeback

Why all the sudden activity? BTS are together again — officially — and are currently in Los Angeles recording their 2026 comeback album.

J-Hope verified that this was the case before departing from Incheon Airport:

“Yes, yes, now it’s time to do music. They’re already there.”

All seven members — now officially discharged from military service — are gearing up for a spring 2026 album and international tour, according to their July 1st group live on Wavers.

Conclusion

A Day To Never Forget Of ARMY Past

From RM’s tech problems, Jungkook’s slick Instagram comeback, or Jimin and Hobe’s endearing chats, every minute felt like a long overdue catch-up. For ARMYs, it was more than content — it was connection.

So the countdown to BTS’s next era has begun in earnest, and if anything, if this day taught us anything, it’s that that bond between BTS and ARMY remains stronger than ever.

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