“The big artist!”: Netizens react as BTS' Jimin becomes first artists to reach 10M equivalent album units worldwide with multiple Korean albums

BTS’ Jimin becomes first artists to reach 10M equivalent album units worldwide with multiple Korean albums
BTS’ Jimin becomes first artists to reach 10M equivalent album units worldwide with multiple Korean albums (Image via BIGHIT)

BTS' Jimin made headlines recently after he became the first and only artist to reach 10 million equivalent album units worldwide with multiple Korean albums. As of this writing, the BTS idol has dropped two solo albums, namely FACE and MUSE. The BTS member won his latest record while serving his term in the military.

Fans of BTS' Jimin were happy to see another major feat he marked with his solo albums. As a result, his followers flooded the internet with their praises for the WHO singer. One fan on X wrote:

“Congratulations Park Jimin!!!! The big artist!”

Fans lauded BTS' Jimin for his newest album units milestone

Many other fans gave their mixed reactions to BTS' Jimin’s latest achievement. While many congratulated the idol for his new record, others described him as the most successful soloist. Some fans referred to him as legend and Chart landlord.

“CONGRATULATIONS JIMIN MOST SUCCESSFUL SOLOIST CONGRATULATIONS JIMIN CHART LANDLORD JIMIN The Legend JIMIN JIMIN JIMIN PARK JIMIN WE LOVE YOU JIMIN ALWAYS WITH JIMIN FOREVER WITH JIMIN WITH JIMIN TILL THE END,” a fan commented.
“History maker jimin. Record breaker jimin. Global it boy jimin. King of kpop. Proud of you jimin,” another fan expressed.
“my favorite CONGRATULATIONS HISTORY MAKER VERY PROUD OF YOU JIMIN!,” stated an admirer.

Some called him a history maker and record breaker, while others were proud of BTS' Jimin. Another fan looked forward to Jimin’s return from the military.

“It's 2 KOREAN EPs Without being pushed by collaborations Without full album yet Without English album yet,” a fan commented.
“CONGRATULATIONS #JIMIN SO PROUD! Wonderful achievement!,” another fan stated.
“Congratulations #JIMIN Can't wait for your return,” a fan stated.

Park Jimin made his name in list of the most streamed K-pop solo artist in Spotify

BTS' Jimin gained another solo success as he was ranked second on Spotify's list of the most-streamed K-pop singers of all time. According to @AboutMusicYT, the idol is ranked #2 on Spotify, with over 6.6 billion streams. So far, Jimin has released two independent albums: FACE and MUSE. The former was released in March 2023, while the latter came out in July 2024.

Jeon Jungkook and Kim Taehyung rank first and third on Spotify's list of the most-streamed K-pop artists of all time. Jungkook led the list, with more than 8.6 billion streams on the streaming app. Kim Taehyung, on the other hand, established himself with an impressive 4.6 billion streams.

Currently, many of the band's members are serving in the Korean military. Jungkook, Jimin, Taehyung, RM, and SUGA are fulfilling their military commitments. These individuals are likely to be relieved of their responsibilities in June 2025. Seokjin and Jung Hoseok got through their duty and were freed in 2024.

Read more: “Jimerica is Real”: Netizens react as BTS' Jimin’s ‘MUSE’ becomes first album by K-soloist to spend 40 weeks on Spotify Weekly Top Albums USA Chart

Edited by Ishita Banerjee