BTS member Jimin gave fans a major surprise this Christmas by completely wiping his Instagram account and returning with a joyful holiday-themed photo dump, marking what many are calling a symbolic new
beginning. The unexpected move sent ARMYs into a frenzy when they noticed that Jimin’s once-packed profile had suddenly gone blank on Christmas Eve. However, he gave BTS ARMYs another reason to feel happy about. Read on!
Jimin wipes his Instagram clear
When enthusiastic ARMYs checked
Jimin’s profile, they were shocked to find that the account, which previously featured everything from casual selfies and behind-the-scenes moments to group pictures with fellow BTS members, had been entirely cleared out. Jimin first opened his personal Instagram account in December 2021 along with the rest of the group, and before the sudden wipe, he had more than 100 posts live. The abrupt disappearance of all his content quickly sparked concern and speculation among fans, with many wondering what could have prompted such a drastic change.
Jimin reveals the reason for his action
However, Jimin was quick to put fans’ worries to rest. Taking to Weverse, the singer personally addressed the situation and explained the reason behind his Instagram reset. He wrote,"I finally opened InstagramI changed the password 8 times.Anyway, I wanted to try starting fresh from the beginning, so I deleted everythingARMY, are you having a good Christmas?Eat lots of good food and have a happy Christmas.Merry Christmas"- Jimin on Weverse
New pics from Jimin to make Christmas merry
The candid message instantly reassured fans, who were relieved to know that the decision was simply about turning over a new leaf rather than anything concerning. While many ARMYs admitted they would miss his older posts, including iconic selfies and memorable BTS moments, the feeling of nostalgia didn’t last long.Soon after clearing his profile, Jimin returned with a generous Christmas photo dump, uploading over 20 new pictures across three posts. The festive uploads included a heartwarming snapshot with Jungkook, adorable Polaroid-style photos, a typed-out Christmas message, and several playful moments that perfectly captured the holiday spirit. The posts reflected Jimin’s cheerful mood and personal touch, instantly resonating with fans worldwide.
The response was nothing short of overwhelming. Within just one hour of being uploaded, all three posts crossed the 1 million likes mark, proving that Jimin’s popularity remains stronger than ever. The massive engagement also highlighted the unwavering support of ARMYs, who eagerly welcomed his “fresh start” on Instagram.