“Truly beyond devastating to hear”— Fans react to reports of BTS’ Jungkook turning down 2024 Super Bowl invitation due to military enlistment

On October 7, 2024, The New Yorker reported that Usher invited BTS' Jungkook to perform at the 2024 Super Bowl following their collaboration on his track Standing Next to You. While the article discussed HYBE chairman Bang Si-hyuk and Scooter Braun's partnership, fans noticed Jungkook being mentioned alongside Usher.

According to the media outlet, Usher reportedly invited Jungkook to perform with him at the 2024 Super Bowl. However, the BTS vocalist had to decline this opportunity due to his military enlistment. The 3D singer enrolled in the military on December 12, 2023.

Netizens voiced their opinions and thoughts regarding Jungkook passing the Super Bowl to complete his military service. They acknowledged this difficult decision but also shared their wish to see him perform at the Super Bowl halftime show. One fan on X wrote:

"Jungkook already had so many missed opportunities but this one is truly beyond devastating to hear. This performance would have been legendary!"

Several other fans expressed their sentiments on the social media platform.

"So heart broken to hear this. I really hope opportunity like this will come again to Jungkook. Coz the world needs to see how damn good he is," a fan wrote.

"I admire him for honoring his military duties but damn I can't deny it would've been EPIC to see him perform there!" another fan wrote.

Netizens shared similar thoughts about the BTS maknae's reported 2024 Super Bowl performance invitation.

"As expected for main pop boy, many more opportunities are waiting for you jungkook, i hope you achieve every bit of your dream," another fan added.

"Dang, that's such a bummer but after military service, he's gonna get even BIGGER stages! Watch out world!" a user stated.

"I've never even watched American football in my life, but I think if Jungkook did so well at the opening of the FIFA World Cup in Qatar 2022, he can put on an incredible show," an X user shared.

Fans discussed the Seven singer's military services and his expected reunion with BTS members in 2025.

"He literally missed a lot of insane opportunities and joined the MS earlier because he wanted to come back the same time as his older brother. The bond between these 7 boys is unmatched in this industry," a fan commented.

"Im so proud of Jungkook. Ever since they reached their popularity, fame and wealth was never their top priority. If you know you know… right?!? We love you Jungkook!" another fan commented.

"Imagine leaving ur barely 1 month album,peaking career, declined & missed opportunities & can't even accept all those recognitions & awards coz u love ur group & army so much? You're the coolest & the most unselfish artist. My love & respect for you more," a user added.

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BTS’ Jungkook to return to cinemas with JUNG KOOK: I AM STILL WITH YOU’ Party Edition

BTS’ Jungkook made his solo debut with the single Seven, featuring Latto, in July 2023. Later, the idol dropped his first solo album, GOLDEN, in November 2023, before enlisting in the military. He also released his first solo documentary film, capturing the making of GOLDEN and the promotional activities for the album.

The documentary titled JUNG KOOK: I AM STILL premiered on big screens in South Korea and worldwide on September 18, 2024. On October 4, 2024, BIGHIT MUSIC announced the release date of JUNG KOOK: I AM STILL WITH YOU Party Edition documentary film, which is set for October 11, 2024. This version will have a limited screening that includes a 20-minute special sing-along video.

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Meanwhile, Jungkook is expected to be discharged from the military in 2025.