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BTS members Jimin and RM recently found themselves at the center of a misunderstanding that left many fans alarmed and confused. The rumor of a rift between the two stemmed not from any actual falling out, but from a mistranslated post on Weverse that quickly went viral among international ARMYs. What was meant to be a heartfelt message from Jimin turned into cause for panic due to a faulty automated translation.
The situation began on the night of the 2025 BTS FESTA, when Jimin shared a deeply emotional message with fans. In his post, he reflected on how much ARMY meant to him and admitted that he had been holding back from expressing those feelings. He explained that he feared his words would lose sincerity if repeated too often. In a vulnerable moment, he also mentioned that hearing the word “ARMY” now sometimes made him want to reach for a drink—a metaphor that spoke volumes about the pressure and emotion he carries.
Following that, Jimin shared a second post, casually noting that he had spent some time talking with RM earlier that day before uploading his message. However, Weverse’s auto-translation system took a confusing turn. In the English version, one line was rendered as: “Namjoon and I kept talking about it, and we just broke up.” That specific phrase ignited a wave of concern and speculation, with fans worrying about a fallout between the two close friends.
In reality, what Jimin intended to say was far more ordinary and innocent. He and RM had a thoughtful conversation, likely about their emotions and relationship with fans, and then simply parted ways—likely returning to their own rooms or schedules. The mistranslation of “broke up” was the core issue and not at all reflective of the actual sentiment or situation.
The confusion caused by the translation blunder highlights a recurring issue international fans face on platforms like Weverse, where automated tools sometimes fail to accurately convey nuance or emotion. Thankfully, the misunderstanding was quickly cleared up, and it’s clear that RM and Jimin remain as close as ever.
For ARMYs, the episode served as both a reminder to be cautious with translations and a testament to how deeply invested they are in BTS’ bond—not just as a group, but as genuine friends.