“OST KING IS BACK”— Fans react as When the Stars Gossip drops BTS’ Jin’s ‘Close to You’ Original Soundtrack teaser

When the Stars Gossip drops BTS’ Jin’s ‘Close to You’ Original Soundtrack teaser (Images via X/@bts_bighit & YouTube/@1theK)
When the Stars Gossip drops BTS’ Jin’s ‘Close to You’ Original Soundtrack teaser (Images via X/@bts_bighit & YouTube/@1theK)

On January 20, 2025, fans of BTS' Jin buzzed with excitement after a teaser for the K-drama When the Stars Gossip was released. The song, which will premiere on January 26 at 6 pm KST, marks another milestone for Jin, who is often referred to as the "OST King" by his loyal fanbase.

This OST marks the singer's second solo contribution to a drama soundtrack, following Yours from the 2021 series Jirisan. Fans also fondly recalled his collaboration with fellow BTS member V on the 2016 OST It’s Definitely You for Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth.

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The teaser has sparked an outpouring of admiration from fans on social media, with many expressing their anticipation for the full track. An X user, @YennieGeee, wrote,

"OST KING IS BACK!"

Fans further praised the idol's ability to convey deep emotions through his vocals, making him a perfect fit for the drama's poignant themes.

"omg he's going to rip my heart apart, it sounds so sad, but so beautiful," a fan wrote.
"Why is everything this man does so beautiful???!!! He really has a great voice, they made the best choice for the series," a person remarked.
"His voice is perfect for this kind of songs," a fan commented.

Some fans shared their eagerness for the song to be released as soon as possible.

"omg I'm getting goosebumps. I can't wait!!!," another X user wrote.
"almost 20 days after what was originally tentatively scheduled.WILL BE THERE FOR BALLADJIN," a netizen mentioned.

More about BTS' Jin and the ongoing Netflix drama When the Stars Gossip

Jin’s return to the spotlight following his military service discharge in June has been full of new content. His recent solo album, Happy, debuted at number four on the Billboard 200 chart and earned widespread praise for its heartfelt lyrics and musical diversity.

With this new OST, the BTS star is solidifying his reputation for delivering emotional and impactful tracks.

When the Stars Gossip, starring Lee Min-ho and Gong Hyo-jin, debuted on January 4, 2025. It explores the relationships and sacrifices of astronauts while weaving a love story between a space tourist and an astronaut.

The series’ star-studded OST lineup includes other notable artists such as Seventeen’s Seungkwan, AKMU’s Suhyun, and indie sensation Lee Seung-yoon, promising a rich musical experience.


The Tonight singer released his solo debut album on November 15, 2024, just five months after his military discharge in June 2024.

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