"Sometimes he was mischievous"— MAHITO reveals BTS' Namjoon's true personality, confessing the rapper made his “heart skip a beat”

On Tuesday, December 3, 2024, a fan shared a section from BTS' Kim Namjoon's documentary film program book for RM: Right People, Wrong Place. In this section, the idol's personal hair and makeup artist, MAHITO, revealed aspects of Namjoon, aka RM's, personality that made his heart "skip a beat."

MAHITO said that the Domodachi rapper-songwriter has a very "humanlike" yet "sensitive" presence. He added:

"Kim Namjoon was very humanalike. Sometimes he was mischievous, adorable, and childlike. At the other times, he was very passionate, intelligent, sensitive, and s*xy in a way that even I, someone who is the same gender, would feel my heart skip a beat."

For the unversed, BIGHIT MUSIC is set to release the documentary film RM: Right People, Wrong Place on December 5, 2024, in select global theaters. As part of its special promotions, some cinemas are handing out a program book that includes behind-the-scenes anecdotes and staff perspectives from the filming of the documentary and RM's album.

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More about Kim Namjoon's journey as BTS' leader and a visionary solo artist

Kim Namjoon, widely known by his stage name RM, has solidified his reputation as a trailblazing artist globally. Beyond his contributions as the leader and main rapper of BTS, RM has carved an impressive solo career characterized by artistic depth, global collaborations, and meaningful philanthropy.

RM began his career as a rapper in South Korea's underground hip-hop scene before debuting with BTS in 2013 under BigHit Entertainment. As BTS gained international acclaim, RM emerged as a versatile artist, showcasing his ability to bridge music, language, and culture. He officially shortened his stage name from "Rap Monster" to RM in 2017 to better align with his evolving identity as an artist.

In December 2022, Namjoon released his first studio album, Indigo, which received praise for its introspective themes and collaborations with artists such as Erykah Badu and Anderson .Paak. The album contained 11 tracks, including Still Life, Wild Flower, Yun, and more, touching on the subjects of introspection, caste prejudices, and stigmas associated with idols.

In 2024, the BTS leader followed up with his second solo album, Right Place, Wrong Person. This record, highlighted by singles like Lost! and featuring collaborations with both Korean and Western artists, earned critical acclaim. He is set to release a solo documentary film by the same name on December 7, 2024, previously screened at the Busan International Film Festival in October 2024.

As a soloist, RM has worked with various international artists, enhancing his global appeal. His notable collaborations include tracks with Little Simz (Domodachi), Younha (Winter Flower), Juice WRLD (All Night), and Erykah Badu.

As of 2024, he is one of the most nominated K-pop soloists in international music awards, including Grammy nominations for his work with BTS and his solo projects. Furthermore, Namjoon donated 100 million won ($71,400) to the Overseas Korean Cultural Heritage Foundation (OKCHF) and contributed 100 million won ($71,400) to the Everyone's Veterans Dream project.

In 2018, RM delivered a heartfelt speech at the United Nations General Assembly as part of BTS' "Love Myself" campaign with UNICEF. He spoke about the importance of self-love and authenticity, a message that resonated globally.

The Indigo rapper-songwriter reiterated this commitment to advocacy during subsequent speeches, including one in 2021 where he emphasized youth empowerment and mental health awareness.

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BTS' Kim Namjoon enlisted in the South Korean military on December 11, 2023, and is expected to return on June 9, 2025.