“The senior we all want in life” - Fans emotional as ENHYPEN’s Jake reveals about the time BTS’ Taehyung personally invited his group for dinner

ENHYPEN’s Jake shared a heartfelt story about his admiration for BTS’ Taehyung, also known as V, in the ENHYPEN documentary. Released on November 8, 2024, ENHYPEN FANMADE: Let Your Engenes Roar premiered in the United States, showcasing behind-the-scenes moments and personal revelations. In one segment, Jake expressed his deep respect for V, recalling a memorable dinner where he personally invited the ENHYPEN members.

During the meal, the senior idol offered sincere words of encouragement and advice about performing and handling the pressures of idol life. Jake noted that Taehyung’s support came at a crucial time, giving him strength and guidance as a junior artist. Fans have been touched by this sunbae-hoobae interaction, with one fan even calling V the ideal senior who uplifts others. Another commented on X:

“Taehyung is the senior we all want in life.”

Many other fans also left sweet comments for the BTS star.

“Taehyung is such a comfort to not only enhypen but to all the young idols out there, it makes me so teary eyes thinking about how people hold his words of advice with such weight that they implement it in their own lives/careers,” a fan wrote.

“The best sunbae to his hoobaes.” A fan mentioned.

“My armyengene heart,” a fan of both the groups said.

Other fans added,

“This video is so wholesome! I love seeing idols interact and support one another.” A fan commented.

“BTS being supportive of their juniors is so lovely and precious…especially when they didn’t have that support themselves,” a fan said.

“Not only was Taehyung his generous, caring self, but the advice he gave them was so real!” A fan exclaimed.

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ENHYPEN’s Jake speaks up about the time BTS' Taehyung offered words of encouragement to him

ENHYPEN FANMADE: Let Your Engenes Roar is a landmark project for the group as it represents their very first documentary. Produced by Hello Sunshine, a media company owned by actor Reese Witherspoon under Candle Media, this film also brings in Caroline Suh as the producer, known for her work on BLACKPINK’s documentary Light Up The Sky.

FANMADE is currently screening in select theaters across the US, with showings scheduled to continue until November 14. The documentary provides a closer look at the journey of ENHYPEN, as rising artists and as individuals who connect deeply with their fanbase, ENGENEs.

Described by The Hollywood Reporter as a film that “follows parallel journeys between the group and Engenes,” this documentary captures an array of personal and professional experiences, revealing the members’ growth and challenges. One of the most touching moments highlighted in the film, especially meaningful for both ENHYPEN and BTS fans, is when Jake recalls a memorable interaction with BTS’ Taehyung.

About a year and a half after ENHYPEN debuted, Taehyung invited the group to a private dinner. The meeting left a lasting impact on Jake, who looked up to him as a senior artist in the K-pop industry and as a role model.

"Like a year and a half after debut, V from BTS, he actually invited us for dinner. And I actually asked him this question, 'How do u do so well up on stage?' And 'How do u forget about you know do little mistakes?' Or 'How do you not get caught up on things?'

Jake continued,

"And he actually told me, 'It's not gonna be the last time you last time you perform.' And I think after that I realized I need to kinda enjoy the moment."

This brief but encouraging statement struck a chord with Jake, reminding him that every performance is a stepping stone and each moment on stage should be enjoyed rather than overanalyzed. Taehyung’s advice was rooted in his experience as a member of one of the world’s most influential K-pop groups. His words helped Jake shift his focus to enjoying the present.

Jake’s decision to share this experience in FANMADE shows how Taehyung’s words impacted him. The memory of that dinner and Taehyung’s thoughtful guidance became a source of motivation and confidence as he grew as an artist.

Fans of both BTS and ENHYPEN were moved to hear this story. Many praised V’s kindness and generosity and appreciated his support to his juniors, especially as artists under the same company. The fact that he personally invited ENHYPEN for dinner and offered meaningful advice showed the strong bonds within the K-pop community, where senior artists often guide the next generation.

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In other news, ENHYPEN will release a repackaged album titled ROMANCE: UNTOLD -daydream-. The album and the music video of the title track, No Doubt, will be released on November 11, 2024. The group is also currently on their Walk The Line world tour, which will go on till 2025.

Meanwhile, BTS' Taehyung is currently serving his mandatory military service and will return in 2025.