BTS fans with eagle eyes have found a priceless moment in the group’s first joint interview in years. During their feature in the March 2026 issue of GQ, the youngest member, Jungkook, had a completely candid reaction when the magazine brought up the massive success of their 2020 hit “Dynamite”—and the internet is loving every second of it.
The seven members sat down with GQ for their first group interview since completing their mandatory military service and reuniting as a team . While the conversation covered deep topics like their time in the military, the pressure of returning to music, and their bond as a group, one lighthearted detail involving Jungkook has gone viral among ARMY .
Jungkook’s ‘Dynamite’ Reaction Steals the Show
According to fans who have dissected the interview, the moment happened when GQ mentioned that “Dynamite” had just surpassed 2 billion views on YouTube. As one of BTS’s biggest global hits, “Dynamite” was the first K-pop group song to top the Billboard Hot 100 back in 2020 .
While the other members acknowledged the milestone professionally, Jungkook’s reaction was caught on video—and it was pure gold. The singer, who was casually snacking during the interview, reportedly looked up with wide eyes and a surprised expression, seemingly unaware that the video had hit such a massive milestone. His genuine shock and almost childlike wonder at hearing the news have become the talk of social media.
The moment is especially endearing because it showed that even after breaking countless records, Jungkook still gets genuinely excited about the group’s achievements. Fans have turned his reaction into memes and GIFs, with many commenting that his honest response is exactly why they love him.
Behind the Scenes of the Historic GQ Interview
The GQ feature, titled “BTS Begins Again,” marked the group’s first official group interview since 2022 . The members opened up about living together again in Los Angeles for two months while working on their upcoming fifth studio album, ARIRANG .
The interview setting was relaxed and natural. Jungkook, in particular, was described as sitting with oranges and chips in front of him, casually eating while answering questions . This comfortable atmosphere likely contributed to the candid moment when the “Dynamite” news came up.
V (Kim Taehyung) also shared an emotional story about Jungkook during their military service. V revealed that before all members were discharged, Jungkook broke down in tears because he missed performing on stage so much .
“Jungkook cried because he really wanted to be onstage, and he just really wanted to perform,” V said in the interview .
Suga added that Jungkook’s tears showed “how much love and passion Jungkook has for our stage performances and music” . Jungkook himself laughed off the memory, saying he didn’t really remember the moment .
Military Service and Reunion Changed the Group
The GQ interview gave fans deep insight into how the members changed during their 18-21 months of military service. Jin was the first to enlist in December 2022, followed by J-Hope, Suga, RM, V, Jimin, and Jungkook . The last members completed their service by June 2025 .
J-Hope admitted that adjusting to military life was difficult but rewarding. “Being put into a totally different world for us and adapting was, of course, difficult,” he told GQ . “But humans are funny because they learn to adapt pretty quickly. I do feel that I have become healthier, and I got to learn more about life and different sides of society.”
Jimin echoed these feelings, saying the experience was meaningful despite its challenges .
New Album ‘ARIRANG’ and World Tour Ahead
The interview also confirmed major updates about BTS’s future. Their new album ARIRANG is scheduled for release on March 20, 2026 . The title draws inspiration from the traditional Korean folk song “Arirang,” which carries themes of reunion and connection .
Suga teased that fans should expect a different sound. “What I can tell you is that it’s going to be quite different from the BTS albums and sounds that you’ve been listening to,” he said. “You’re going to see a more mature side of BTS this time around” .
A world tour will follow the album release, along with a live reunion concert on Netflix and a documentary.
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ARMY’s Love for Authentic Moments
The viral reaction to Jungkook’s “Dynamite” moment shows why BTS continues to connect so deeply with fans worldwide. Despite their superstar status, moments of genuine surprise and joy remind ARMY that the seven members are still the same passionate people who debuted in 2013.
As one fan tweeted in response to the clip, “He really had no idea. That’s our golden maknae—always humble, always surprised by his own success.”
The full GQ interview is available in the magazine’s March 2026 issue, which hit newsstands on February 13 .
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