On Tuesday, July 23, Vimeo, an American broadcasting service, revealed that BTS RM's LOST! was awarded as one of the best short films on the internet by their staff members. Recently, Vimeo released a list created by the staff members of what they thought were some of the best short films on the internet.
Though RM's LOST! is a music video, it came with a plot of its own that intrigued several netizens, including the Vimeo employees. Upon hearing the news, fans were elated and excited about the song winning yet another award.
Many fans expressed that though it has been over two months since the song's release, they were delighted to know that it not only continues to impress the internet but also establishments like Vimeo.
"Congratulations handsome Joonie. The LOST MV is one of the best MV/short films of 2024, including the MV for CBTM. Joon is a phenomenal artist, his work is extraordinary & classic. I'm always excited when Joon's work is recognized by important people who understand music," said a fan on X.
"Seeing Namjoon and his team get recognition for their art in this field is what I wanted for him," said another fan on X.
"Of course namjoon always being awarded and recognized by those who REALLY know about art," added another fan.
"Well deserved, it was v cinematic artistic piece!!," said another netizen.
More netizens talked about how the award for LOST! was well-deserved and that they were quite proud of BTS RM.
"We are so proud of RM and his art!!!," said a netizen on X.
"If I were one of the committee, I would definitely make the same decision," added another netizen on X.
"That is so cool and definitely deserved!!!! Our Leader! He's so fing brilliant!," said an X user.
"I'm so happy and proud of you my life!! You deserve this and much more!," added another X user.
All you need to know about BTS RM's LOST!, his second solo album Right Place Wrong Person, his current activities, and more
BTS RM's second solo album, Right Place Wrong Person, was released on May 24 along with the music video for its title track, LOST!. The music video was labeled as an experimental film where the idol and his crew showcased the inner workings of Namjoon's brain through animation, metaphors, and more.
Not only did the song stand out attractively among netizens, but it was also heavily praised for its visuals in the music video. LOST! also called for a huge crew that made the work possible. Apart from the idol himself, the song featured a long list of diverse actors such as Audrey Kang, David H Lee, Hee Shin, Stephany Yujin, Natalia Bulynia, Taz Singh, Miji Yi, Yasamin Saadati, and Kasra Nemati.
The music video was shot and written by Aube Perrie, one of the biggest names in the music and advertising industry. The creative director of the music video was San Yawn, the leader of the Korean band Balming Tiger. As the song and the idol's album continue to gain recognition for their work, fans cheerfully commend BTS RM and LOST!'s long list of crew members.
BTS RM is currently serving his mandatory military service under the Republic of Korea Army Military Police Unit, otherwise known as the Special Duty Team. The idol is expected to be discharged in June 2025.