BTS's RM And V Congratulate Korean Author Han Kang For Winning The Nobel Prize

BTS members RM and V were quick to congratulate South Korean novelist Han Kang after she was announced as the winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature.

Despite both being in the military, the two stars didn’t let the big moment pass without expressing their admiration and pride for the renowned author.

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Han Kang’s win is a monumental moment for South Korea, as she becomes the first Korean author to receive the prestigious award. Her works are known for their deep exploration of trauma and the human condition and have garnered international acclaim. This also marks the second time South Korea has received a Nobel Prize.

BREAKING NEWS
The 2024 #NobelPrize in Literature is awarded to the South Korean author Han Kang “for her intense poetic prose that confronts historical traumas and exposes the fragility of human life.” pic.twitter.com/dAQiXnm11z

— The Nobel Prize (@NobelPrize) October 10, 2024

Shortly after the news broke, V took to his Instagram Stories to share the excitement with his fans. He posted about Han Kang’s award, adding a heartwarming caption.

Author! I read The Boy Is Coming during my military service. Congratulations!

— V via Instagram

RM also showed his support, reposting V’s Story on his own Instagram account. He added a crying emoji and a heart emoji, which perfectly captured the emotional reaction to such a historic moment for Korean literature.

As a known book lover and advocate for literature, RM’s reaction further emphasized the significance of the award for the BTS leader

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As BTS members continue their mandatory military service, their recognition of Han Kang’s Nobel win reminds fans of their strong connection to Korean culture and their admiration for the arts.