"Our best reader" - Fans react as BTS’ RM gets voted as the number 1 idol who reads a lot on Forbes Korea poll

RM of BTS has been selected as the no. 1 K-pop idol who reads a lot, according to a report released by Forbes Korea on October 3, 2024. Forbes Korea announced that the voting for this category was conducted via the Idol Champ app. The voting lines were open from August 30 to September 8, 2024.

There were 15 candidates in total from various K-pop groups for the poll. They were: RIIZE’s Sungchan, BTS' RM, Girls' Generation's Seohyun, STAYC's Sieun, Stray Kids’ Seungmin, IVE’s Ahn Yujin, Antim Maki, ATEEZ’s Yeosang, ZEROBASEONE’s Han Yujin, Kiss of Life’s Haneul, TXT’s Soobin, TWICE’s Sana, PENTAGON’s Jinho, Highlight’s Yang Yoseob, and NCT’s Mark.

Among them, Seungmin, RM, and Yang Yoseob emerged as the top three candidates. However, in the end, RM bagged the title of the “wise idol who is likely to read a lot” with 38.06% of the total votes. BTS fans believed that it was an easy choice and celebrated this victory on social media.

"Our best reader," commented one fan.

“It’s RM as expected,” a fan said.

“When I became an ARMY, one thing I am amazed of was how Joonie played with words and how he written songs that convey many messages depending on how you interpret them. BTS songs are for all seasons.” A fan wrote.

“Give Namjoon what he deserves,” a fan preached.

“Rapper. Leader. Poet,” a fan stated.

Some other fans expressed how proud they were.

“Getting some well deserved praise,” a fan expressed.

“Proud is an understatement,” a fan exclaimed.

“Beautifully put. Joon has a wonderful way with words.” Another fan wrote.

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BTS' RM gets selected for his love for reading

BTS' Kim Namjoon, aka RM, has been known for his intellectual side due to his contribution to writing many of the group's songs. Recently, he was selected as the winner of the category, “wise idols who are likely to read a lot” by Forbes Korea.

Boasting a high IQ level of 148, Namjoon has previously revealed that he loves reading and does it a lot. He has also previously recommended books to his fans. Some of these books include Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka, Demian by Hermann Hesse, Please Look After Mother by Kyung-sook Shin, and many more.

According to Forbes Korea, BTS' leader has been involved in the hip-hop scene from a young age. By middle school, he was already showcasing his talent by sharing original raps on online hip-hop communities. His lyric-writing skills were evident early on, as he consistently shared his work with fellow enthusiasts.

As the primary lyricist for BTS, RM’s writing is noted for its depth, often exploring personal and philosophical themes. He tends to focus on introspective topics, such as grappling with an uncertain future, dealing with criticism, navigating questions of identity, and facing feelings of loneliness.

Rather than expressing these ideas directly, Namjoon often employs metaphorical language, allowing him to convey complex messages in a more implicit and thought-provoking manner.

Beyond his lyricism, the artist is also recognized for his eloquence as a speaker. He's known for his impactful acceptance speeches, earning him a reputation as a skilled orator. This ability was highlighted when he delivered an inspiring speech in English at the United Nations on September 24, 2018, which moved the global audiences.

"Maybe I made a mistake yesterday, but yesterday’s me is still me. I am who I am today, with all my faults. Tomorrow I might be a tiny bit wiser, and that’s me, too. These faults and mistakes are what I am, making up the brightest stars in the constellation of my life. I have come to love myself for who I was, who I am, and who I hope to become," the K-pop idol said in the speech.

The BTS leader’s documentary, Right People, Wrong Place, is all set to be showcased on October 7, 2024. The screening will be held in an open cinema setting at Haeundae-gu Film Archive at the Busan Film Festival. The tickets for this particular event are sold out, and fans are looking forward to it.