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On October 10, 2024, BT21 shared the BTS' j-hope's character Mang's official music video, Born To Dance, sending the fandom into a frenzy. The clip was helmed by BT21 and director Van, with a special mention to UNISTARS. The MV kick-started with Mang being encouraged to get rid of his fears and reach for the top flight after taking off his mask.
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Subsequently, the K-pop idol stood amidst a loud audience, where he took off his mask and wore a black hat. He grooved to the rhythmic beat of the music. The animated character showed off his dancing skills, receiving applause. The Born to Dance video circulated on social media and went viral among the fandom.
The fandom ARMYs started trending multiple phrases, including 'MANG IS COMING,' 'CREATED BY J-HOPE,' 'MANG BORN TO DANCE MV OUT NOW,' and other terms on social media.
The fandom stated that since Mang has made a solid comeback with his dancing moves, BTS' j-hope would return from the military soon. They expressed pride in Mang for showcasing his true self.
"2023 Hobi: Hey you MANG! As you've taken off your mask, show us your true self. Don't be shy! Be confident! Spread your wings & chase your dreams. Pls support Hobi serving in the military. 2024 : BORN TO DANCE. MANG is coming. That means Hobi is back too,"a fan reacted.
"The moment when mang takes off its mask and puts on a hat! So proud of you, mang," a fan shared.
"The credits, the dance moves, the stage, everything. Proud of you Mang." a fan mentioned.
Fans further talked about the video credits mentioned under the caption of X post. They discussed how animated characters of BT21 were involved in the arrangement (Shooky and Koya), choreography (Mang, Chimmy, and Cooky), hair and styling (RJ and Tata), and courage (CONN) .
"This is so crazy cute!!! Mang loves Hobi!!! We love Hobi," a user reacted.
"But our Mang grew up, and now he is the best dancer and the cutest in the world. I'm so excited about this," a user shared.
"Namgi producing, 3J doing choreo, Taejin doing visuals best they’re just like their dads!!" a user mentioned.
More about BT21
BT21 features characters, including Prince TATA, VAN, Koya, RJ, Shooky, Mang, Chimmy, and Cooky. Created on September 26, 2017, it was a collaborative project between LINE FRIENDS and BTS. The group members of BTS, including Kim Namjoon, Jin, Suga, j-hope, Jimin, Kim Taehyung, and Jeon Jungkook, proactively participated in the process of creating BT21 characters.
The Line Friends launched the mentioned animated characters in October 2017. It offered multiple products related to them, including cushions, keyrings, stationery items, and other goods.
BTS' j-hope will be discharged from mandatory military service on October 17, 2024, after concluding eighteen weeks of duty as an active-duty soldier.
