'Finally, that app gets a purpose' - Fans react as BTS Jungkook creates an account on Threads

BTS’s Jungkook has sent fans into a frenzy by joining Threads, the social media platform owned by Meta. The global pop star’s presence on the app immediately sparked excitement among ARMYs worldwide.

The news broke when eagle-eyed fans noticed on December 10, 2024, that Jungkook's canine friend Bam’s Instagram account @bowwow_bam had linked to Threads, signaling a new addition to the pop star’s online presence. Shortly after, the account gained traction, with fans flooding social media sharing their enthusiasm.

One fan humorously remarked:

"Oh, finally, that app gets a purpose 😩🤌"

"What if jungkook just randomly downloaded and made an account on threads just bc Instagram suggested?? What if he has not intention to post there?😭 do I really have to download that a** app😭guess I'm doing it now" posted this X user.

"omgg on threads😭😭😭i have that app but i never user it now i have to use it" another fan commented.

"Called that app useless and regretted making an account!! And now whatttt??? Shameless me going to reinstall it😭💀🤌🏻" said one netizen.

"Jungkook being the best dad opening accounts on every platform just waiting on his private X account to be made public now" shared another X user.

Many fans have started downloading the app after discovering JK’s account on Threads, with many sharing screenshots of themselves creating their own accounts.

"jungkook on threads too?? and make everyone downloading that app for the first time? lol he slowly creating and launching his accounts on diff. media platforms publicly. girl i just know he's been doing smtg 😭" wrote one ARMY (BTS fandom name) on X.

"not jungkook making me create accounts on every social media platform" shared another fan.

"Installed it and followed him immediately.the things we do for love😮‍💨" expressed this ARMY.

"Bro I just opened my account on thread only for him😭😭😭ughhh he is driving me crazy😭😭" shared this netizen on X.

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Jungkook expands Bam's social media presence: Instagram, YouTube, and now Threads

In 2021, BTS made headlines when all seven members—RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and JK—launched their personal Instagram accounts. Fans around the globe rushed to follow their favorites, with follower counts skyrocketing into the millions within hours.

However, the Standing Next to You singer shocked the fandom when he deactivated his Instagram account, which had amassed over 52 million followers, explaining that he no longer used the platform.

On April 14, 2024, the idol surprised fans again by creating an Instagram account for his red-and-tan Dobermann dog, Bam, under the name @bowwow_bam. On December 10, 2024, fans noticed that Bam’s Instagram account had been linked to Threads, marking the pet’s expansion to another platform.

Previously, Jungkook had also launched a YouTube channel for Bam under the name 밤이 아빠 Bam's Dad.

The @bowwow_bam Instagram account has already garnered 6.6 million followers, while Bam’s YouTube channel boasts over 543,000 subscribers. Meanwhile, Bam’s newly added Threads account has tracked an impressive 260,000 followers within hours of its discovery. Fans continue to show their love for Bam, eagerly following updates across platforms.

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JK is currently fulfilling his mandatory military service as a South Korean citizen. He is set to be discharged in June 2025, alongside his bandmates V, Jimin, RM, and SUGA.