Biography of Jungkook
Jeon Jung-kook, better known by his stage name Jungkook, is a member of the South Korean boy band ‘BTS’. He serves as the lead vocalist, dancer, and rapper of the group, which also includes Kim Taehyung, RM, Jimin, Jin, Suga, and J-Hope.
He joined BTS in 2013 and has become a popular figure among young audiences for his performances and charismatic personality. He is also known for his good looks and has gained a large fan following both in South Korea and other Asian countries. Additionally, many of his songs and videos have become huge hits.
Early Life and Education
Jeon Jung-kook, also known as Jungkook, was born in Busan, South Korea on 1 September 1997. He comes from a family of four including his parents and an elder brother. He initially attended Baekyang Elementary and Middle School in Busan and later transferred to Singu Middle School in Seoul. He initially had aspirations of becoming a badminton player, but after seeing ‘G-Dragon’ perform on television, he was inspired to become a singer.
In 2011, Jungkook auditioned for the South Korean talent show ‘Superstar K’, but was not selected. However, he received casting offers from several entertainment companies and eventually chose to become a trainee under ‘Big Hit Entertainment’ after seeing RM, the leader of ‘BTS’ perform. To improve his dance skills, he went to Los Angeles in the summer of 2012 to receive training from ‘Movement Lifestyle’. He also appeared in Jo Kwon’s music video ‘I’m Da One’ in 2012 and worked as a backup dancer for Glam before his debut.
He graduated from the School of Performing Arts Seoul in 2017 and decided not to take the CSATs, which are the nationwide university entrance exams in South Korea. In March 2022, he received his degree from ‘Global Cyber University’s Department of Broadcasting and Entertainment’. He was awarded the ‘President’s Award’, which is the school’s highest honour.
Career and Achievements
Jungkook made his debut as a member of BTS on 12 June 2013, with the release of the single ‘2 Cool 4 Skool’. He has three solo songs under BTS. The first, ‘Begin,’ a pop track from his 2016 album Wings, tells his story of moving to Seoul at a young age to become an idol and expresses gratitude to his bandmates for taking care of him during that time.
The second, song titled ‘Euphoria,’ was released on 5 April 2018, along with a nine-minute short film as the introduction to the third part of the BTS’ ‘Love Yourself’ series. The song peaked at number five on the ‘Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100′. Its full studio version was released as part of BTS’ ‘Love Yourself: Answer’ compilation album.
His third song ‘My Time’ from the album ‘Map of the Soul: 7’ released in 2020 is about the regret of not having normal teenage experiences due to being a celebrity. It peaked at number 84 on the ‘US Billboard Hot 100 chart’. ‘Euphoria’ and ‘My Time’ is the first and second longest charting solo tracks by a K-pop artist on the ‘Billboard World Digital Song Sales Chart’, with a record of 90 and 85 weeks respectively.
Aside from singing, Jungkook has also contributed to the production of two BTS songs ‘Love is Not Over’ and ‘Magic Shop’. He and his bandmates were awarded the fifth-class Hwagwan Order of Cultural Merit by the South Korean President in October 2018.
In July 2021, he was appointed as ‘Special Presidential Envoy’ for ‘Future Generations and Culture’ along with his bandmates, with the goal of promoting sustainable growth and increasing South Korea’s diplomatic efforts and global standing in the international community.
Jungkook took part in the ‘One Dream, One Korea’ campaign in September 2015, collaborating on a song with other Korean artists in memory of the Korean War. The song was released on September 24 and performed on October 15 at the ‘One K Concert’ in Seoul. He was cast in the pilot episode of ‘Flower Crew’ the following year. He also appeared in ‘Celebrity Bromance’ and in ‘King of Mask Singer’ as ‘Fencing Man’ in episode 72.
At the ‘MBC Plus X Genie Music Awards’ on 6 November 2018, Jungkook and American artist Charlie Puth performed the song ‘We Don’t Talk Anymore’ together. On 4 June 2020, he presented the independently produced song ‘Still With You’ as a free download on ‘SoundCloud’ as part of ‘BTS’ yearly debut anniversary celebrations.
In February 2022, he sang the soundtrack for ‘7 Fates: Chakho’, a BTS-based webtoon, titled ‘Stay Alive’, produced by bandmate Suga. The song earned Jungkook his first solo entry on the ‘Billboard Hot 100’, debuting at number 95. It also became his first solo top-ten entry on the ‘Billboard Global Excl. U.S. Chart’ at number eight. Additionally, it became the first Korean soundtrack in history to debut on the ‘Official Singles Chart’ in the UK, at number 89. On 24 June he collaborated again with Puth, featuring on the single ‘Left and Right’.
On 20 November 2022, Jungkook released a single called ‘Dreamers’ and performed the song at the opening ceremony for the ‘2022 FIFA World Cup’ in Qatar. The song was included on the official soundtrack album for the tournament. During the event, he sang the song with Qatari singer Fahad Al Kubaisi at Al Bayt Stadium. He was the first Korean artist to sing an official theme song for the ‘World Cup’ at the opening ceremony of the event.
Impact and Influence
Jungkook is a highly popular and influential figure in South Korea and all over Asia. In a 2019 survey conducted by Gallup Korea, he has named the third most-loved celebrity of the year in South Korea. He has been consistently climbing the ranks on this list since 2016 when he reached 20th place. His popularity has also extended to China, where he placed first for 10 consecutive weeks on ‘Hi China’s list of most beloved celebrities in 2018.
Jungkook’s popularity extends to social media as well, where he is widely followed and admired by fans. He is often referred to as the ‘Sold Out Kin’ because items he is seen using frequently sell out quickly. He is also credited with creating a ‘Modern Hanbok’ fashion trend in the Korean entertainment industry.
Military life
His band, BTS, is currently taking a break to finish their mandatory military service. He is expected to enlist in the military in 2024, and the band will return in 2025 once all 7 members have served their terms.
Personal Life
Jungkook is currently single, and his personal life has been a topic of interest for many fans. In spite of rumours and gossip, he has not publicly confirmed any romantic relationships. He has, however, expressed in an interview that his ideal partner is someone like the South Korean singer IU.
It has been reported that he dated a woman named Park Se-won while in high school, but they eventually broke up so that he could focus on his career. There have also been rumours that he has dated other celebrities, including the K-pop artist Jung Chae-Yeon and Jisoo, but these reports have not been confirmed and it seems that at this point, Jungkook is focused on his career.
Net Worth and Lifestyle
Based on 2021’s reports Jungkook’s net worth is USD 20 million. Besides, his net worth is elevating as his fame spread across the globe.
Awards
- Japan Gold Disc Awards 2023
Song of the Year by Streaming (Western) – ‘Left and Right’ (with Charlie Puth) (2023) - People’s Choice Awards 2022
The Collaboration Song of 2022 – ‘Left and Right’ (with Charlie Puth) (2022) - MTV Millennial Awards 2019
Global Instagrammer (2019)
Interesting Facts about Jungkook
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He is the youngest member of his band, ‘BTS,’ which consists of seven members.
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His ideal partner is someone like the South Korean singer IU.
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He has a tattoo of a lyric from Nirvana’s ‘Stay Away’ song that reflects his personal philosophy of being true to oneself.
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He is the youngest recipient of the ‘Order of Cultural Merit’ honour.
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He is an avid fan of comic books and video games and he is a fan of ‘Iron Man’, from ‘Avengers’.
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He had considered ‘Seagull’ as a potential stage name before his debut as it is a symbol of his hometown Busan.
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He chose to become a trainee under ‘Big Hit Entertainment’ because of seeing RM, the leader of ‘BTS’ perform.
FAQs
- How old is Jungkook?
He is 25 years old. - When is Jungkook’s Birthday?
He was born on 1st September 1997 - What is Jungkook’s full name?
Jungkook’s full name is Jeon Jung-kook. - Does Jungkook start his military service?
He is expected to enlist in the military in 2024 - How tall is Jungkook?
1.79 m. - What is Jungkook’s favourite food?
Jungkook is a fan of Ramyeon, but he also enjoys other types of food such as Sashimi with Chogochujang sauce, Pepperoni Pizza and Banana milkshakes. - Is Jungkook single?
Jungkook is currently single. In an interview, he revealed that his ideal partner is someone like the South Korean singer IU - How much is Jungkook’s net worth?
As of 2023, Jungkook’s estimated net worth is $24 million. - Does Jungkook have an official Instagram ID?
His official Instagram account is deleted, but some of his most-followed fan pages are
