On November 13, 2024, the YouTube channel of BANGTAN TV released a brief video of BTS' Jin cheering for fans, who are taking the 2025 College Scholastic Aptitude Test. In a 53-second video, BTS' Jin sent a support message to his followers. He said:
“Hi everyone, this is Jin from BTS. The 2025 College Scholastic Aptitude Test is drawing near, you've all done such great work preparing for this test. The result are important too but nevertheless I hope that you will be able to enjoy good food with family and friends to reward yourself for your efforts.”
Kim Seokjin further expressed his concern for his fans’ health as the weather is getting colder.
“The weather is getting cold so take care of ur health. Don't forget your test ID slips and ID cards. I hope you can all get the results you wish for. I will be cheering you on. This has been jin of BTS. Fighting everyone!”
BTS' Jin getting ready for his first debut solo album, HAPPY
Following the announcement of BTS' Jin’s debut solo album, HAPPY, on October 14, the promotion schedule for the album was unveiled on October 15. Subsequently, the tracklist for Seokjin’s HAPPY came out on October 16. BigHit Music unveiled the promotional calendar and tracklist via their social media pages.
Here’s the list of six songs featured in HAPPY:
- Running Wild
- I'll Be There
- Another Level
- 네게 닿을 때까지 (Until I Reach To You)
- Heart on the Window (ft. Red Velvet's Wendy)
- 그리움에 (In Longing)
Seokjin released his pre-release single I'll Be There on October 25, 2024. As of now, BTS’ Jin’s music video has crossed over 18 million views on YouTube, along with 1.8 million likes.
On November 2, BTS Jin's newest single, I'll Be There, premiered at No. 1 on both the UK Official Singles Downloads list and the UK Official Singles Sales chart. The track became the fourth-highest new entry, securing the No. 44 position on the UK Official Singles chart. Following this, BTS' Jin's I'll Be There topped the Billboard World Digital Song Sales chart on November 5, 2024.
In Jin's solo album, Running Wild will be its main track. The official teaser for the track was dropped on November 11. BTS' Jin also dropped some visual clips, photo sketches, a highlight medley, and more ahead of the album's premiere.
Soon after the debut of his record, Seokjin is putting on the live event 'Happy' Special Stage for November 16 and 17.
On November 11, BTS' Jin revealed a special fan event called "Merry Run Around" to commemorate the release of his HAPPY album. Jin has been confirmed to host the "Merry Run Around" event on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at 8:00 AM KST.
A total of 50 persons will be chosen to attend this event at the Lotte World Adventure Carousel and will receive a free Lotte World access card. The winners will be announced on November 19, on Soundwave's website.