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It started with a video of Jin of BTS. A one-minute teaser dropped by Netflix Philippines featured him in full tuxedo, holding a white mask over his face like a K-drama antihero or better yet, a live-action anime prince. And that was no coincidence.
“My Seokjin Tuxedo Mask dreams have been realized,” the official Netflix PH account wrote, sealing the deal with a crying emoji and the kind of gleeful tone that perfectly captured what was happening onscreen. Dressed to the nines and holding that unmistakable mask, Jin wasn’t just giving off Sailor Moon vibes. He was channeling the masked heartthrob himself, with the kind of chaotic charm only he could bring.
And he’s not just there for a cameo. Jin of BTS will appear in three full episodes of Screwballs, Netflix’s irreverent Korean variety show, airing on May 11, May 18, and May 25 at 5 p.m. KST.
Jin of BTS + Screwballs: The episodes we’ve been waiting for
The announcement confirmed that Jin will headline episodes 13 through 15 of the series, making him the show’s first official guest star. Screwballs, known for its unpredictable antics and tongue-in-cheek humor, seems like the perfect setting for someone with Jin’s signature energy: a mix of dad jokes, confident flair, and complete commitment to absurdity.
And it’s no coincidence that this reveal comes just as Jin is easing back into public life after completing his military service in mid-2024. The timing and the styling make it clear he’s not just making a return. He’s staging a full-blown entrance.
Jin of BTS channels Tuxedo Mask with punchlines
While Tuxedo Mask in Sailor Moon was mostly known for throwing roses and disappearing after vague encouragement, Jin brings an entirely different vibe to the tuxedo-clad trope. In Screwballs, he shows up ready to play, joke, and possibly sabotage the competition, all in good fun.
His combination of mask, suit, and dead-serious delivery turned a simple teaser into a fandom moment, with edits and fancams popping up within minutes of the video drop. The connection to Sailor Moon was instant and completely earned.
It’s not his first time leaning into visual puns and anime and TV shows references. Jin has long embraced that cartoonish charisma that allows him to shift between handsome prince and full-on comedic relief in seconds, something very few idols can pull off with the same ease.
What to expect from Jin’s Screwballs debut
The core of Screwballs revolves around a cast of variety veterans engaging in ridiculous challenges, missions, and social experiments, all while keeping a straight face. Jin’s episodes are expected to lean into this format, but with his unique flair. And knowing Jin, that probably means absurd levels of commitment to the bit, unexpected moments of sincerity, and at least one over-the-top entrance worthy of a Sailor Moon transformation sequence.
Though details about the episodes remain under wraps, it’s safe to say we’ll see the full spectrum of Jin: the master of deadpan delivery, the chaos agent, the flirt, the gamer, and yes, the eternal heartthrob.
This isn’t the kind of guest role where an idol just drops in to wave at the camera. Jin’s track record in variety shows, from Run BTS to The Game Caterers, proves that he’s a natural-born entertainer. Screwballs looks like it’ll give him room to be even weirder.
Jin and the comeback that doesn’t play by the rules
Jin’s appearance on Screwballs is part of a carefully orchestrated return to the spotlight. But make no mistake, he never really left. Since his discharge in June 2024, he’s been busier than ever.
In addition to this Netflix guest role, Jin has starred in Run Jin, his solo variety project, and appeared in Kian’s Bizarre B&B, a quirky reality show alongside Kian84 and Ji Ye-eun. His second solo album, Echo, is also on the way, slated for release later this May. Add to that his ambassador roles for Gucci and Fred Jewelry, and it’s clear the post-military Jin era is already stacked.
But there’s something about Screwballs that feels like a particularly delicious appetizer. It’s unserious in the best way. It lets Jin shine outside the structure of idol schedules and high-stakes music releases. It’s just him, a tuxedo, and a whole lot of chaos.
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In a way, the “Tuxedo Jin” moment sums up everything fans love about him. He’s self-aware without being cynical, glamorous without being distant, and funny without ever trying too hard. He’s the kind of guy who’d show up in a tux just to throw a rubber chicken instead of a rose. And somehow, it would still be iconic.
So mark your calendars: May 11, May 18, and May 25 at 5 p.m. KST on Netflix. Tuxedo Jin is coming, and the kingdom of variety shows might never be the same.
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