BTS FESTA 2026: RM's 'Normal Log' Has Special Anniversary Tribute, Sends ARMYs Into Emotional Meltdown - WATCH

BTS FESTA 2026 week has already started with the release of Family Photo(s) and the Hooligan performance. On June 7, as promised, BigHit released Normal Log, and they began with RM, aka Kim Namjoon, the leader of BTS. The video showcases the rapper in a calm, reflective setting, embracing one of his favourite pastimes, reading. ARMYs were quick to notice that RM is seen with The American Century: Art & Culture, 1950–2000 by Lisa Phillips, a book exploring the evolution of modern art and culture. The understated yet meaningful content has sparked discussion among ARMYs, who continue to appreciate RM's ability to blend creativity, curiosity and everyday moments into engaging content. However, it is the video runtime that sent ARMYs into an emotional

meltdown.

RM's Normal Log out

While ARMYs love how RM explored his favourite pastime, reading as part of his Normal Log, one detail especially caught ARMYs' attention and that was the video's runtime of 6 minutes and 13 seconds. ARMYs quickly linked the length to BTS' debut date, June 13 (06/13), interpreting it as a subtle and meaningful nod to BTS' anniversary. ARMYs praised the thoughtful detail, with social media posts describing it as a touching tribute that perfectly fits the spirit of BTS FESTA 2026.

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In the video, RM can be seen reading The American Century: Art & Culture, 1950–2000 by Lisa Phillips. He began the video saying he always reads after waking up. "It sounds funny to say I'm gonna read a book now, but I'll read for a bit, RM said. He then sits on a chair, puts his glasses on, and starts reading while seeping a cup of coffee. Reacting to RM's Normal Log, one ARMY said that the video is 6 minutes 13 seconds long which is already so BTS coded, while others mentioned that each members log will showcase something “normal," calling it the best idea.With RM's log released at 11am (KST), it is expected that other members' log will also be unveiled soon and each member's log will showcase them doing something 'normal' that they are known for just like how RM is a lover of reading.

More about BTS Festa 2026

BTS FESTA 2026 is packed with major events leading up to the group's 13th anniversary. Apart from Family Photo, Hooligan, and Normal Log, ARMYs can look forward to the release of the highly anticipated 13(B) Side Film on June 8, new episodes of Run BTS! 2.0 on June 10 and 11, and the official digital release of Come Over on June 12, alongside a limited-edition ARIRANG picture disc vinyl. The celebrations will culminate with BTS launching their ARIRANG World Tour through two concerts in Busan on June 12 and 13, marking their first performance in the city in nearly four years. The June 13 concert will also be streamed on Weverse and screened in theatres worldwide, including India.