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Jungkook has finally returned to Weverse, and fans are over the moon. On August 1, the BTS star surprised everyone with a new update on his solo account, sharing a close-up selfie that showed off his signature wide eyes and his lip piercing. This was no small moment—it marked his first self-posted photo in nearly two years, with the last one being back in November 2023, just before his enlistment. Now, with his toned physique, love for black tank tops, and effortless charm, Jungkook reminded fans exactly why he’s called the “golden maknae.”
In his post, he wrote a simple yet warm line: “Long time no see?” which was also translated as “It’s been a while, hasn’t it?” The words, paired with the zoomed-in shot of his curious gaze, instantly melted ARMY hearts.
From the photo, it looked like Jungkook had just been lying in bed, hair tousled and casual in a black tank top. Fans noticed what seemed to be fresh ink on the right side of his chest, extending the tattoo sleeve he already had. His broad shoulders were only partly visible, but sharp-eyed fans even spotted the little mole on his left shoulder, which sparked waves of affection online.
Recently, Jungkook was in South Korea for about 10 days before flying back to the U.S., where he seemed to be spending time with fellow member V. The two were even seen hitting the gym together, with Jungkook bulking up more than ever. When the pair returned to Korea just a day ago, Jungkook was spotted covering up with a UV mask and a beanie at the airport. Even with only his eyes showing, he couldn’t resist being playful—snapping his fingers, giggling, and looking impossibly cute as reporters tried to capture him. V’s light head-pat in response made the moment even sweeter, sending fans into a frenzy and causing “Taekook” to trend online.
For fans, Jungkook’s simple Weverse return felt like a long-awaited reunion, a reminder of his closeness with ARMY, and a promise of more to come as he continues to enjoy his time post-enlistment.