BTS 2022 FESTA DINNER PARTY 💜 😢

지금봐도😭 하지만 곧 봄날이 찾아옵니다 bts완전체 ot7💜🎉

JH Lee

This was also my first FESTA which after seeing lots of funny clips from previous ones, the content of this one came as quite the shock. I wasn't able to rewatch this until today, so thank you Jared & Jordan for making this reaction. I'm glad that this was my first FESTA experience because of how honest the guys were. From all the BTS content I've seen, not once have they ever asked something of ARMY before, so to hear how much they wanted our blessing to take a break, broke my heart. But it also made me feel super honored that they decided to express their raw emotions to us as directly and honestly. I have also never seen in any BTS content an incident where RM cried the way he did here. I know that he wasn't allowed to cry because he was leader and needed to be the guide for everyone, so again I am happy to have seen this moment because not only did it give us and the other members a space to cry too, but he made the space for himself as well and that's powerful. Thank you again for reacting to this and I commend you both for not turning into waterfalls (I guess it would have been more difficult to do a reaction if you couldn't see the video, haha).

Tatum McCormick

I'm so glad that I met BTS, and I'm so glad that I met You guys! 💜

Инна Пак

I remember waking up that day to news of a hiatus and a break...it was my first FESTA live, and I was starting to really feel like an ARMY, like I would probably follow BTS for life. I had to miss their PTD concerts in LA and LV, and I thought it was not a big deal because surely there would be many more to come, so this hit me so hard. I have rewatched this video a few times ever since, alone and with reaction videos like yours, and I feel like I find new little gems each time. I think, looking back, they made it very clear that there would not be any disbandment and that they would come back, I see that now, and I find reassurance in their words, (so I don't always understand Army who don't want to watch this a second time)but I also understand why ARMY panicked, because there was just too much to take in. I think what I still find really hard to watch, and it made me feel so sad at the time, was RM talking about how he felt the group had changed and he didn't know its direction, and how he did not have a message or didn't know what to write about anymore...I find that extremely scary! Now, if I had known that we would get JITB, The Astronaut, Indigo, On the Street, Face, D-DAY, LayoVer, and Seven, and what incredible pieces of art those albums and singles would be, I probably would have had a different perspective. Still, Namjoon and Yoongi are very much the core of BTS for me, and to hear them talk about their artistic doubts like that was like discovering your parents' flaws for the first time. You expect them to be perfect and have no cracks, and while later you learn to love their vulnerability, seeing them as regular humans is scary when you are young. I have to say that I really really loved seeing how this hit you guys on an emotional level... I get that sense when you react to their songs, don't get me wrong, I see you reacting to their music in an incredibly genuine way too. While I love BTS's music, lyrics, and performance, I truly stayed because of the human beings they are: sensitive, honest, genuine, humble, and so much more. I love their personalities together and the LOVE they have for each other. RM has a way with words that touches my soul in a way only Namjoon could describe, and if this video wasn't the perfect example of his leadership, I don't know what is. So, thank you for recognizing that and talking about it. Suga is always ready to impart his wisdom, and Jimin can always be counted on to be vulnerable and show us raw emotion. I can't imagine any other artist sharing as much as they shared with Army by posting this video on the internet; I'm grateful for them and grateful to be able to witness your journey into the magic shop. Apobangpo 💜

Silvia

my thoughts exactly <3

Shannon Ryan

I always think back to what I was doing and how I was feeling when this came out. I sobbed into my pillow and cried in the gc with my other army friends sending emotional voice messages. I was so scared because of all the media talk and initial reactions and that terrified me even though I was also happy for them and understood it. However it was an emotional time and I was sad that they kept these feelings in for so long thinking they had to please us. And after the initial tears I was just happy. So so happy to say these are the people I look up to. These are the people I know would be proud of my achievements and failures. These are the people who care so deeply about me as a person, as ARMY. I was just feeling happy and beyond grateful to them. Like Jared said just a deep gratitude and sense of peace. They deserve this and we understand that. Watching this again wasn't as emotional because of the way things are now. They're finding themselves and doing their duties to serve their country and showing the world who they are as individuals. I couldn't be more proud. Watching this again just made me love them even more. BUT I still sobbed for Namjoon. He was scared to disappoint us, they all were, and that still breaks my heart. I hope he feels now a little less like that. I hope they all feel a little less like that now. Hope they know that we're here forever regardless of anything else.

Kia

Idk if Im emotionally ready to watch this again…..

Kristine Villanueva

They're now away from each other trying to find their own colors and for sure they'll come to create a beautiful rainbow again.

Chinmayee Nupur

i haven’t watched this this it came out last year, i cried and cried and cried that day. i had just became an army 2 months prior and being a baby army, not really knowing bts as well as i know them now,.it was very scary for me, i won’t go into detail or this will become a whole essay lol but i’m just glad i trusted them and i’m glad i stayed :)

korgi

In case you don't know, they all do have the friendship tattoos. They all have a 7 on different body parts

IfraH

I think Jin will release his solo album when he comes back from the military, next year

IfraH

I was only a couple of months in this fandom when Festa Dinner 2022 went live. I watched it during my lunch break at work and had no clue what I should think about it. Later, when everybody talked about the hiatus etc, I thought I would never ever get the chance to see them live. I thought about what happened to other artists after they announced a temporary break to do soloworks. They never got together again... But. BTS is different. What followed was Hobipalooza, BTS concert in Busan, Jin in Argentina, Indigo, V in Mexico, Suchwita, Face, D-Day etc.... And it's not over yet. Bc the best is Yet To Come. I watched the dinner again in january and now your reaction today. And every time I watch it, I feel more and more respect and appreciation for every single member of BTS, right as you both, Jared+Jordan. They are special. They love their fans and that's no phrase without meaning. As they said, they will come back after their military services with fresh energy and new music. It'll be different bc they are older, but it'll be very great. 아포방포 - Army forever Bangtan forever. 💜

Anja⁷

I’m so glad you waited and took a full year to get to know them before watching this. There’s a special connection, on a personal and emotional level that one can feel and appreciate as an ARMY. I can see and feel your thoughts and emotions as they mirrored my own a year ago. This is just one more step that brings us closer together. Appreciate you both 💜

Ellysa Vaj

I'm glad you guys decided to check it out. I felt that this would bring you guys much closer.

Kirssy Mago

I still have yet to rewatch this since that day and even then, I didn’t watch the entire thing. I guess tomorrow after work I’ll do so with you guys. Who else better to finally rewatch it with 💜

Kia

Being part of this fandom is being part of an emotional journey. An hectic transe when bliss and spleen make you feel so alive. It’s a honest ride of joy. We do feel the urge to be better human simpler-ly. I am simply amazed how vulnerable they allowed themselves to be. To tell it all when they obviously work so hard to surprise us and deliver to the best of their abilities I am impressed by the layers of significance thrown at us. It is never dull, it might be the fifth time I’m watching this dinner and yes, we might get an expected release of a Jin album. When I came upon BTS I was just happy to be like a kid enjoying kindergarten but boy oh boy, I feel this ride goes up to college education. By the way, we all witnessed JK doing laundry in his living room. Enjoy living apart Jared & Jordan 😀👍🏾

Miss Heju

I can't rewatch. Sorry. 🥺

Tiffany1013

Wow it’s been a whole year since I’ve rewatched this and I am crying all over again! I really wish nothing but happiness for the members and I am so glad that they were able to speak honestly with us and I wish they would all know that we would never be disappointed in them for taking time for themselves. It broke my heart hearing RM say that and crying because he was so scared of disappointing us. I definitely felt sad because I had recently dove into the rabbit hole last year and I was sad that I wouldn’t get to experience many things older ARMY did for awhile, but just from the short time I’ve watched their content, I knew they were different and unlike any other group that’s gone on “hiatus”. I wholeheartedly trusted them and it’s amazing how even now when 2/7 are enlisted, they have so much content lined up for us so that we won’t ever feel like they’re gone 😭

Johana

yes i felt the same way

leat

Hmm the one quick house tour is from RM (Bangtan TV ‘RM All Day’ for his album promotions). The other members it’s a mystery and the closest you will get to their space is if they go live-from what room they are filming in. What is beautiful is they never flaunt what they have or show off their luxury like many celebrities. No Cheer. In Korea there was a concert that was limited capacity-it was in person and streamed online. The audience was not allowed to stand, cheer or sing along. It was the most unnecessary painful thing to watch. I wasn’t emotional watching the dinner the first time. But there are statements the members make that choke me up after viewing the festa conversation. RM reflecting as he walks through BTS Proof Exhibit: “I think we receive more love than we deserve” he says…What!? They know they worked hard and they have a colossal impact on the fanbase, but do they really know? The most humble group of guys just casually out here saving lives with their heartfelt conversations, being ambassadors for positive causes and… Oh Yeah we’ll make some amazing music along the way.

Jess Horton

This has been the first time I was able to rewatch the dinner. Having the clarity of seeing the situation unfold over the past year helped it feel less scary but I still cried watching today. I think the biggest thing back then was that we were not expecting it. Seeing this from the perspective of someone who has seen the fruit of their silent labor blossom (their solo works) is SO different. We had no clue what this past year was going to look like. Of course I trusted them, but it was scary nonetheless. After the dinner, I was in a dark space for a while there. I also remember feeling so guilty that we'd been enjoying ourselves with their recent content and music while they suffered and struggled in silence. All this was pent up in them and only at the dinner were they able to speak their minds (though not fully like they mentioned). Seeing them cry still leaves me feeling gutted. I'll forever be proud of them for advocating for themselves and being vulnerable with us. I truly hope that they have begun to heal or become relieved of what had been weighing on them 🥺💜. They inspired me to begin taking small steps to become the best person I can be.

jordyn perry

V has been writing songs and deleting song for years lol He posted this sample of a song on his IG and then later said he deleted his music :( Here is the link to the sample he left Its video of him driving in Hawaii https://youtu.be/BTUE_SmHpr8

Hyland

I cried every time i watched this originally and i watched it around 6 times just to fully grasp it. It was a great feeling seeing the boys choose their next chapter in life with full agency but also it was new and something that took some time to fully settle. Loved the reaction :) watching this a year later really makes for a different dynamic, i think i took a lot more away too with this watch.

Rishu

Apo Bangpo💜

v_endd

I honestly don't know what came over me, but I have spent the last few hours commenting on various comments, so I will TRY really hard not to go on and on, but I know myself and that may not actually happen. Festa 2022 was my first Festa in real time. I found BTS the summer of 2021, but wasn't down the rabbit hole until fall of 2021, so I missed Festa 2021. But, by June of 2022, I was FAR down the rabbit hole. I had attended 4 PTD concerts, and I had spend thousands of hours watching BTS content. So, I had seen all of the previous Festa's. I was so ready for this lighthearted, fun evening with BTS, and like so many was hopeful for a World Tour announcement, pretty confident that their country would surely find a way to exempt them from the military service, like seriously, how crazy would it be if they didn't? Those were my thoughts. I'm honestly not sure if I have EVER and I mean EVER cried so much about something in my life. I'm rather fortunate not to have had too many devastating things happen in my life. And while of course there were things that made me sad, like accepting that I could probably not have biological children or being disappointed every time a pregnancy test came up negative, those were met with brief moments of tears because I would always hope for the next month. So, when I say that I cried for a solid 2 weeks after Festa I am not exaggerating. I work from home, so I am home all day alone, and I swear I cried non stop all day for those two weeks. I'd gather my senses as much as I could when my husband would come home from work, but it was hard and when he'd go to bed I'd usually find myself breaking out into tears again. I actually thought something was wrong with me. I made an appointment with my therapist because I didn't understand why I couldn't stop crying. Like these weren't people I actually know in person, I've never once spoken to one of them individually. Even though I didn't believe they were breaking up because I believed them when they said that wasn't happening, I could not understand why I couldn't stop crying. I think for me at the time, it was just the prospect of not having them as I'd so quickly grown to love in the same capacity was just scary. What did that mean? They had become such a large portion of my everyday life in such a short time period and had helped me in ways I never dreamed possible. But also my largest fear was the unforeseen. I 100% believed them when they said they were coming back together and this was just for a short period of time. I completely believed this was always about the military and a way for them to use that time to do that growth that they clearly needed. So, I figured we were talking about a few years and oh that felt like a lifetime. But, my fear was that even the best laid plans, or even though they all have every best intention, it only takes one of them to have something happen and that could be a myriad of things I won't list to make them coming back together no longer ideal for one of more of them, and that was my greatest fear. I do actually also believe that it was their own tears that broke me the most. The seven wonderful, gifted, loving, generous, talented men were clearly emotional. Even though I cognitively knew there were probably a myriad of reasons for their emotion - they were moving out of their final dorm, even though they had been living apart for some time, it had been said that sometimes for convenience they still slept at the dorms, and they still had done things there even after all having their own places, so this was really the end of that time and space to come together - they obviously had been holding some rather strong emotions, burdens, feelings, thoughts to themselves or only shared among themselves and were finally able to let some of that out to ARMY and yet not everything, there were still things they decided not to share justifiably - their own fears for the unknown of creating and promoting solo albums, performing alone, making decisions that were routinely made collectively now being their own - their fears in disappointing ARMY (honestly I think Namjoon saying this was one of the most hard-hitting, to think that he carried that fear of disappointing ARMY and clearly the others were just as worried - Jimin talked about it too - even when Tae is saying he trusts ARMY will understand, he doesn't know for sure - will ARMY be there when they return from the military, it isn't a secret that many idol bands are never the same after the military, have they done enough to overcome the human instinct to move on - how will they change themselves after this time apart and will the military change them. Bottom line is that there were so many reasons for those tears, but for me and probably most of ARMY just seeing that emotion and hearing some of those fears and uncertainties was gut-wrenching. I'm sure there were who thought, how could they ever think we'd leave them? I certainly didn't understand it. The point is that all of these thoughts were happening simultaneously - my broken heart for all the pain the last few years had brought to them, so sad that they carried such a burden wanting to give back to ARMY the love and support we gave them, and my selfish worry about what this meant for me personally was I going to lose these wonderful men that had brought me such happiness over such a short period of time. Again this in no way meant I didn't trust them, I believed every word they said. They literally asked for our trust. It wasn't about that. Obviously eventually I stopped crying and this past year has made me feel rather silly that I had such a visceral reaction, but it is what it is and it was real. I watched Festa a few times, trying to fully grasp what was happening, and of course, I cried every time. I'm not sure it's possible to watch them cry and not cry. I cried today watching this reaction video, and I feel a 10000000% different now than I did on that day, last June. I have been trying to catch up in order watching your videos, but when I saw this release, I knew I needed to watch it, and I'm so glad that I did. While I realize you both are watching it in hindsight and so we'll never know exactly what your reaction would have been last year, listening to your reaction now was so healing, brought me an even better perspective and understanding, and just such a different experience from my other viewings alone. It was truly a joy to see your reactions to them having the courage to not only make these choices, but to come and tell ARMY for themselves. Watching you both reflect on ways that it can apply to your own lives, was so beautiful to watch. It's so inspiring to see yet again how BTS through their courage of vulnerability, and honesty can truly bring about change and reflection in so many others lives, including yours. I honestly want to thank you as well, for also being vulnerable and sharing these moments with us. It does not go unnoticed that you certainly could have chosen not to share those feelings and thoughts. You helped me heal this wound that's been open and talked about numerous times this past year and I thank you immensely for that. I watched it this time with such a different perspective. Although, its gotten easier this year, because things turned out so different than any of my fears would have predicted, so now, I'm just so proud of them all. I'm so excited for each of them. I've thoroughly enjoyed watching how each of them chose to promote their albums, and their choices. I have loved every minute and after watching this today, I'm truly astounded by how smart and brave they were to do this in this way. I think it's ironic again, that their fears of losing or disappointing ARMY with these solo projects and being gone when they enlist have lost any place in any thoughts hopefully, because their decision to do this and allow their growth has, I believe, only reaffirmed, recemented, re - every word their place in ARMYs hearts and even in their own convictions and determination to make BTS last as long as possible. BTS are legends and they proved exactly why that is yet again. And I have absolutely no doubt that when they return from enlistment and join together with so many new stories, feelings, experiences, to share and tell - they will soar beyond anything I think even they can imagine. I'm so excited for the future, and I'm so thankful to them for having the courage shown in this video, for withstanding the nonsense of the media afterward, and for always knowing exactly what ARMY needs, RM's letter, JK's VLive, Jimin, Jin, & Hobi's songs for ARMY, even Yoongi's saying he did his tour because he knew ARMY had waited so long for a tour and he wanted to give them something before they all had to be away for awhile. This is what is magical between BTS and ARMY - when they say trust us (like I've heard so many times during Festa and after - they mean it sincerely and with that they trust ARMY as well. Apobangpo Happy Festa J&J and everyone here. Thanks again, and I can't wait to continue on this journey with you as we prepare for the epic comeback like no one has ever seen.

Sherry A

Congratulations on taking that step. Many of us do become defined by our families and it's hard to break that. My husband and yes I was married and living out of my parental home, and my husband used to say all the time, "you really need to cut those apron strings." I honestly thought he was the problem, and felt bad for him that he didn't have as close of a relationship with his family as I did mine. I don't know how old you are, but it took me too long. I'm 52 now and I have only started cutting those strings and claiming my own self for a few years BTS has had a strong hand in helping me really make some long strides in that. I cannot thank my therapist enough for encouraging my involvement and journey with BTS, I had no idea how they would help me, but maybe she did. But when everyone else was telling me I was crazy and how could I be so involved with a boy band, I'm 50 years old, I honestly just looked and them and finally stuck up for myself and said, "oh so you don't think I should enjoy the things that make me happy, well that seems like your problem, not mine" and I swear it was invigorating to stand up to family. They aren't awful people, I love them, and they love me, but I was pretty controlled at first by a religion they raised me in, and then just by a family dynamic many years in the making to the extent that I didn't even realize how much control they had over me. So thank you BTS for giving me something so important that I actually stood up for myself. I love that you are now having a better relationship with your own family. It just makes me think more, how did they live together for so long. I can only imagine some of the frustrations that they just buried for the sake of the group, it's so healthy that they are now able to live in their own space just as they make for themselves. Jimin no longer has to walk over and be annoyed by a thousand shoes at the door. No one has to listen to poor Namjoon snore. No one has to put up with their makeup cleansing wipes being left out of random tables. I'm sure the list would go on and on. I'm sure they miss each other too, but that's why you get in a car or get on the phone and make plans. I love them for sharing themselves so openly with us, so much so that this fully grown adult woman could even learn from them. Who knew? I honestly never would have dreamed it, but I'm so happy for it.

Sherry A

Thank you for that link. I'm not sure I've ever read that before and yes it really does seem like Korean is hard to translate, which makes me want to learn it more and also makes me feel like how is it possible when Koreans themselves have a hard time. But, I'll still try eventually.

Sherry A

Yeah Namjoon crying hit sooooo hard. Like all I could think of was how much emotion had been pent up for so long for him to not be able to hold it in any longer. Like that just breaks my heart. I think we all know what it's like to try and hold in our emotions, and that in and of itself is exhausting. They were all doing that for years. I think the dinner was the first of allowing that release. I'm glad they allowed themselves that, even if it broke my heart into a bazillion pieces. They really deserved that release.

Sherry A

I swear I just described their comeback as an explosion the other day. I honestly don't think the world is prepared and I CANNOT wait for it.

Sherry A

BTS have matching friendship tattoos now haha! they all got the number 7 tattooed on different parts of their body. We have seen everyone but Yoongis's tattoo, he wants to keep the location a secret. https://twitter.com/mhereonlyforbts/status/1665426823549796361?s=20 Heres there tattoos

Dery

It's truly all of their losses. They have no idea what they are missing.

Sherry A

When Jimin said that my heart just dropped. I'm honestly not sure I grasped much of what was said after that the first time I watched.

Sherry A

Totally agree with you on this.

Sherry A

Extremely glad we don't live in that alternate universe.

Sherry A

I think Jin is DEFINITELY dropping an album or EP when he comes back. It'd be weird if he was the only one to only drop a single, and he's gonna be the first one to get out of the military next year, hopefully around June! Soo yeah, we still have three new solo projects to look forward to, plus whatever EP/album RM is working on at the moment, which might come out while he's serving. So glad you finally got to see this dinner, I think you really needed to understand the context of this solo era and this was the right time! But there are going to be even more vulnerable and brutally honest moments for you to see.. this was not the first time they got so real, and I'm sure it's not gonna be the last either!

soyaspinsxxx

Oooh... still a bit hard to watch that video... but here we go

Maëva

They wanted to perform in SK so badly and so they had to abide by those rules, but it had to be so weird. There was a livestream for Day 1 and 3 and a theater viewing for Day 2. If you ever want to check those out, hit me up, I have them all on a private server. I don't mind sharing, I just don't want it to get deleted, you understand that. But it's really strange to hear only this weird clapping noise, but it also brought us the encore in the rain and they had so much fun during that, it was a crazy night. I love every performance, and I saw PTD 4 times live and still can watch every other performance as well. I gotta hand it to K-ARMY I don't know how they controlled their screaming. But, anyway, they've talked about this since then too. When they were explaining part of their reasons for doing Yet to Come in Busan, that was also because they were so desperate to perform at home with a live audience free to enjoy it like a true concert, especially knowing they were enlisting and wouldn't be able to do it for awhile.

Sherry A

10000000000% agree with this!

Sherry A

OHHHHHH Outro: Tear - just kills me every time I hear it, especially once I knew where it came from. I honestly don't know how they sang that song over and over for an entire tour. It actually sort of reminds me of Yoongi, with D-Day Tour and how I feel like it must be so cathartic to go through those emotions every night and it must help them become just a part of you. After you watch it you really need to watch some other videos to get context, maybe even before you break down the lyrics. Yoongi explains explains it briefly in Break the Silence here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8oJZkA4P7M That will help you understand the emotion behind this must see acceptance speech for their 2018 win at MAMA:. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gbx2TlHNz48 I just cried watching that speech again - the emotion is so raw. I can't even imagine how that win must have felt. Namjoon also explains it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fYMgYwQ081g Anyway, I can't wait to see your reaction to this. When ARMY tells you, you really have only bitten off a small piece of the surface, it's so true. I'm not lying when I say I've probably watched multiple BTS content for almost 2 years now, and I know there is still so much more. I never get tired of learning more about them and their journey and their music. I absolutely love watching you guys go through this as well. Especially because you often have insight or thoughts, I hadn't thought of.

Sherry A

So I am in the middle of watching this reaction and I am at the part where Jin is saying he shoukd drop his solo project last and Jared started talking about what if after V and JK drop theirs that Jin surprises everyone and drops his soooo here is my thought... I believe you are really on to something Jared because Jin had made videos before he left to be posted when they were set to be posted. I seen two of them and not sure if there has been more... What you said makes a lot os sense to me so I guess we will have to just see

BForehand

I 100% believe Jin will release an album after he gets back from the military. It completely makes sense especially giving him something to work on when the others are still gone and giving ARMY something to look forward to while we wait for the others. As much as I don't even want to put this out there. I honestly believe that if Tae could wait til after, he would. I'm not sure why he is so hesitant to release his stuff, we all know he's probably made enough music for 3 albums at least and scrapped it all. I honestly wouldn't doubt he did that again even after this Festa. But, I'm sure they are very much encouraging him to release before he enlists so that once the last ones are out, they can focus on OT7 for awhile. But that Tae is such a little teaser with his music. I assume there's some fear involved, I would think it's possibly because his musical taste is probably the most different from the rest and he's probably vacillates a lot between releasing what he wants and releasing what he thinks ARMY will want. One of the things I so very much HOPE is accomplished for all of them thru these solos, is that ARMY will support them in anything. I've said it for so long, that even if a BTS song is not your favorite or doesn't hit hard for you, it's virtually impossible not to at least appreciate the talent behind it. I'm honestly not very in love with jazz music, and so I'm very worried myself about how much I will enjoy Tae's solo, but I also know that his OSTs have been some of my favorites and his voice is so unique and smooth that even in my fear, I feel like I have nothing to worry about. But, either way, even if it's not my favorite, I will support it and I have absolutely ZERO doubts that it won't be quality work.

Sherry A

This is the first time I watched the entire festa dinner. It hurt too much last year. The Run BTS Telepathy Part 2 episode that came out afterwards was such a relief. The joy they had in being together showed that they need each other as much as we need them.

Nanette Shaffer

I am crying...................................

sowoojoo Chloe

Ok, I'm done crying. The Boys are something else for sure. I love each one of them for their unique ways. But you two are such beautiful souls and I feel honored that both of you took on the BTS world. These boys took me to a different world when I was going through pain and wanted to give up.

Nicole Jenkins

Someone may have already mentioned this in earlier comments, but Jin's live from Argentina when "The Astronaut" was released provides some more insight into some of the comments about their plans for the military, including plans during 2020 and 2022. This dinner occurred before the Busan concert was scheduled and Jin was supposed to enter the military shortly after this aired. When they were approached about becoming ambassadors for the World Expo bid for Busan, plans changed. Here is the link to Jin's live on Weverse: https://weverse.io/bts/live/0-107776505 Thank you for being so genuine in all that you share with ARMY! It is a joy to watch and rewatch content with you.

Melanie Budge

Love this! Very glad that you have finally watched this Festa dinner. 💜 Looking back now (not to be a stuck up ARMY or what), I didn't let all the media play waver me or anything. Maybe most of us had difficulty watching this dinner again, but when the news broke out about them disbanding and not being able to stand each other anymore because they are living separately; I clung to this dinner. I repeated the part when Namjoon said that he loved being RM of BTS; when Jimin said to take their word as it is; Yoongi saying that they were not disbanding; and Jhope saying that they need this separation to be one again. Generally, their talk about growth. I could recall my own experience with my family. It has gotten to a point that I don't feel as an individual person anymore. That my existence is dependent on my family. As advised by my Counselor, I left home, rented my own place and tried to find myself (as cliche as it may sound). It was what I needed then; and the deep-seated resentment, which I didn't realize I had, slowly dissipated. Now, I have come to value my family even more. Back to BTS, I am so happy and comforted with what's been happening. They have been saying for us to wait, which ARMYs definitely will. They have mentioned before that they have accomplished their dreams, but I think they have a new one now. This time it's longevity. So, I am very much anticipating their comeback. As to Seokjin being the last to release, I don't think it will be this year. I believe it will be when he's completed his military service. His album could very well be done already but wouldn't it be great if he can promote it properly by going to shows and all. Anywho, Happy Festa everyone! Let's enjoy what BTS prepared for all of us! ApoBangpo! 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

Lane. L.

when this came out, i was 2 months into the fandom, as a baby army this was an extremely hard pill to swallow, i didn’t know how strong their bond was since i was a baby army and didn’t know much about them, also being a former 1d stan it gave me a bit of ptsd from when they announced their hiatus and well, you know how that turned out, so that was the mindset i had. this was my first time stanning another group since 2015 and it was scary for me. i’m glad i chose to believe the boys and trust them. twitter armys helped me learn how to always trust their word as well. :) 💜💜

korgi

Still makes me cry seeing the boys being so open and vulnerable. I'll keep it short this time, Jared and Jordan I will be here until the very moment (and beyond) that you will fulfil that promise. I someday wanna thank BTS for making me discover another part of myself and making me meet you boys and all the amazing people that are a part of this civilization. Thank you ARMY, thank you J&J, love you so much. HAPPY FESTA EVERYONE

claudia lecusascu ⁷

I think it feels healing to rewatch this. The members put their true feelings out there in the best way they can. The media took things the way I expected. They are not ARMY who have seen these 7 young men go through all the trials and tribulations of being no.1 not just in their country but globally. With a forced deadline in the back of their minds due to military service. Seeing who they are a year later makes me so proud. Especially Namjoon, he is enjoying his life so much and seems much lighter. The videos subs apparently had slight issues in the translation. Korean seems so hard to translate and contextualise 😭 If people want further interpretation of the members ending comments: https://twitter.com/btsbaragi_jk/status/1536943268193255424?t=ij5juaNAURq2fG55PaPbdg&s=19 Thank you J and J for waiting before watching this, getting to know the guys was best. As always, you handle their content with care and importance and take time to try and understand the reasons for their pov :)

Beckyboo⁷

I really lost it when Namjoon started crying cause he is always the one that try to look strong for everyone and be a strong leader but after everyone spoke, I honestly felt for him when he spoke about multiverse and how things could have been different , and that this version of the universe is the best he could have think of and that when they gather and talk like that and be happy , that’s all he wants 😭

Sony

Omg the festa dinner 😭 so i'm also one of the people who believed the mistranslation and I ended up crying for 5 hours that day I was inconsolable until one of the members came on weverse and cleared up the misunderstanding 😭😭😭😭 my heart literally broke into pieces thinking the worst 😭

Alishea

Hey, another thing that gets me laughing now - Suga always wanted to sleep, he was always in bed and tired. All of a sudden, (must have been counseling) he is the guy doing every activity he can and then surprised everyone with his tour. He certainly has come out of his shell this past year. Jin - besides Astronaut he has created his own alcohol product to sell (did you see that video) as well as he went on a production team, and actually went to the company to work on gaming. He did a presentation for the MapleStory game and it was implemented, he did commercials for a Ramen company and he is just a great businessman and food man. I expect when he returns he will then be a brand ambassador and possibly create more music.

Daphne Schaffer

I rewatched this with you, it was hard and very emotional. This was shown a month before Hobi did Lallopalooza and still after a year of Namjoon being emotional and expressing himself breaks me. He was having such a difficult time growing up because he was forced to grow up too quickly. I get it because I was pushed into a leadership position as a teen having great responsibility. Since this video with time off (but not really) when we see Namjoon now he seems more relaxed. I will never forget watching him on a video where he was so stressed translating Jhope told the interpreter to do the job to relieve him, and the famous video of Namjoon stressed peeling a small potato to help with dinner. He was so overwhelmed and tired. I cry. I love the guys, they have impacted my life with hope, joy, and laughter. I can remember being sick and crying for 2 days after this dinner, out of nowhere tears would run down my face until JK came on Weverse Live to clarify they were not disbanding the next day. I know things change but listening to Namjoon talking about how he felt guilty was tough. Looking back I am relieved that it is past and BTS and ARMY have moved forward.

Daphne Schaffer

Thank you for the reaction, I think you got the timing of when to watch it perfectly. I think I might be a minority thinking this, but I believe the time in military will be a good thing for them. A year and half of no cameras following them, living their lives like any other Korean man. Time to stare at the sky for 11 hours, think, navigate new relations, dynamics and finding out a bit more about themselves. Time and space to grow, which they've never had since debuting. And also seeing our support for their individual projects and our support when they come back as a group in the future, will hopefully relieve some of the pressure they have felt in terms of how to keep us happy and the (incorrect) belief that we would leave if they don't keep inhuman schedules. I hope BTS and ARMY find a healthier balance when they reunite. Watching Festa 2022 was hard for me because their music and them themselves were my emotional crutch when I needed healing. The change was scary. But seeing them over the last year living their own lives and exploring themselves was actually inspiring. They helped me grow too over the last 12 months.

MM

I agree I was blown away with Jared's and Jordan's deep dive into BTS. There are a lot of reactors who truly love BTS, but the amount of RESPECT J&J show to BTS is on another level. Just like BTS respects their fans J&J respect ARMY by working so hard and only putting out thorough top quality reactions. They were new, but they understood what BTS was about from the start. They new it was the lyrics, the message, the hard work, the love of ARMY. And while we all love BTS amazing MVs Jared and Jordan were always drawn to BTS stripped down live, or crazy live performances where BTS's souls shine.💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

genevieve higuera

I think regarding Jin's solo project he meant that he will do album after he returns from military, so that's why it will be last.

Oleksandra Yakubenko

Watching the festa 2022 dinner again got me emotional all over. Though emotionally not as impactful since we have already gone through a year since then and have seen how each member has grown themselves with their solo works and projects. As they said in that dinner… “TRUST US”……and Army has. Although it was very difficult at that time because let’s face it…the unknown can and is always difficult for anyone. But BTS definitely has not disappointed us. It’s been so cool and fulfilling to see all the different solo works and projects from each member. It makes me proud of and for them. Their using their wings in a way to fly and be themselves. Fly and do what they each want to do with no restriction they might have as a group where they have to consult and consider thoughts and feelings of other members… if you understand what I mean. They have full control of their solo work and watching all of it has been great, beautiful, and healing for so many Army’s. Army and BTS love each other mr so much. I can’t wait for V and JK’s solo works. On that note…Jin mentioned an album (which I completely for got that he said “album”). What if his plan is for his album to come out after his military service while he (and all of us) waits for the members to be done with their service. OMG THAT WOULD BE SO AWESOME!! Okay I’m rambling again as always. I swear I try to keep my message not so long but that never happens. Anywho, Jared and Jordan…we will put the same trust in you as well that you will try to get through all the BTS content before they come back. But as for me…know that it would be okay if you can’t. It’s a lot of content. A LOT! 🙃 Just know that for me, I’ll be happy with whatever BTS content you are able to get to. I don’t want you both to feel pressured to HAVE to get through all of it before they come back. We know sometimes life gets in the way of your expected wanted timelines as they all do for everyone. So again, I’ll be happy with what ever amount of BTS content you put out. As always guys, thanks for the reaction. Have a good weekend and see you fellas on the next reaction.

Rheichel Tormis

Such an emotional moment this was for all of us .😭😭 Never dared to watch this again.. you should watch the jk vlive he did the very next day after this came out.. It was soo chaotic with the media twisting and misinterpreted their words . Jk came on vlive cleared all misunderstandings, set things straight and comforted us😭💜💜💜💜 he sang so many songs

swathi m

Tae bragging about spending 68,000 won in 2018 is funny because it's about $52 (so, he means to say, not much) 😂😭

N ♡

Happy Festa guys. Like last year, this one is bitter sweet. Next year will be harder I think. It will be okay though. We have each other. Apobangpo and Borahae!

PiedPiper613

regarding the one direction talk this boracity video explains it very well https://youtu.be/P1VVkcP-Ik0

nia

i recently watched the first one and i can comfirm that it was hilarious

nia

This was one of the first (non music) videos I watched from BTS (a strange start I know🫠) but I wouldn't choose it to be any different and wow words cannot express how excited I am for the rest of their solo projects: V and Jungkook AND Jin (yes that is right I believe we will get an album from him even it is after he is back from the military!) 💜 🥹 And when they come back as a group to so group music releases, it will be an explosion that will rock the entire world 😉🤯

Beth Elliot⁷

I know and I expect it will be epic! 💜🔥

Beth Elliot⁷

I don't know why people arw not expecting KSJ1? Like The Astronaut was only a single. He's probably gonna drop an album after enlistment.

Karla24.wintaebear

Watching this again after almost a year since it dropped (after the speeches from all of yesterday's Bangbancon shows) has given me more comfort than anything. I think the aftermath was a mix of the media's imposition of its own meaning of hiatus (likening to One Direction of 2015, at least in the West) and this "I told you they're not that special" vibe from them, as if they've been itching to prove BTS is "just like any boyband" like they've been doing for years. And it hurt to know how much it hurt BTS. But other than that, hearing their words now reminded me of how much they love each other and ARMY. It's one thing to choose all this everyday, but it's another thing to say, we may be separated for a while but I know that I WILL STILL CHOOSE all this when we meet again. Doing their solo work and trying to live their lives separate from each other wasn't because they needed to fix something that was broken, it was because they loved each other and us so much that they'd endure whatever pain and worry and insecurity they'd have just so they can be that much stronger for BTS and ARMY. And that takes so much love and trust and respect - another one of a million reasons why they're that special. They were suddenly thrust into this world of representing an entire generation and given so much responsibility when all they wanted was to make music. But they know what they mean to us, and they want to be better versions for us. Given all that's happened a year since this festa, I'm comforted to know they've been finding themselves and their own versions of happiness and simple dreams amidst everything, and that they still have their arms out for each other and ARMY even if things are a little different. Sorry for the debriefing, but BTS teaches me about love and relationships all the time and chapter 2 is no different 💜 P.S. Happy FESTA to all of us! 💜💜

Mimi

Yes! RMs letter was a scathing one…he let them have it…saying THAT dinner was for and between BTS and Army and no one else and they come in and twist our words and using pics from our dinner to cause mayhem between us and Army…saying he was upset about doesn’t begin to cover it💜

Angie7

Thanks for clarifying that! I thought they changed it but I wasn't sure!

J. Ezbet

APOBANGPO 💜

ellesdope

I remember i was driving to my job and kind of stuck in traffic while the dinner party was dropp but when they start talking about doing the albums and solo projects i knew they were seriously talking with us and i couldn't take it. Then when i get home and watch the entire video i cry like a baby after watching Nam break like that because he was so afraid for us to be dessapointed, but as always despite what they couldn't tell us i am sure of their honest feelings towards Army. Even if they decide to take a different path i know i always have this love for them and support what they'll choose to do.

Daniela M

Beautiful! I as well listen to NO other music it does not compare. The thought the heart that goes into everything they do is just mind boggling. I’ll never forget how “love myself “ the first time my daughter made me listen to it ..it grabbed my heart and wrung it out..like listen to me…if a song could hug you this one is it! I have tried to buy every Album they have 2 of each cuz my daughter is gonna leave one day…then I’ll really need BTS🥹

Angie7

To put it this way, this was the first time I’ve rewatched this video since it came out a year ago lmao It’s crazy how we all went into it thinking it was gonna be a regular dinner 🫠 Watching it now and knowing how some of their solo projects came out I do think this was the best choice. Thanks for another great video guys :)

Fernanda

Well said!💜💜💜💜

Angie7

The part of feeling like they were disappointing us hits hard…it’s like my gosh we never intended to be demanding we just were wanting them to know how much we love and feel them and their music ….but I can see from their perspectives that the train wasn’t slowing down ..so to speak.

Angie7

That was really a very difficult phase for us. I still can't get over how all the articles were saying BTS is breaking up even though that was the whole point of festa dinner, to clear up that they are not at all disbanding.🥲

prachi sahu

Laurie and I were at dinner before going to the theatre to see Yoongi when the notice for this dropped. We looked at each other and went oh nooooo! I didn’t think I could watch this again and have never watched any of the other Festa dinners because of this one! Looking back I can feel how painful the burden they carried of trying to explain without being able to explain what the future held as far as their enlistment plans were and how much they had prepared for these next few years. It’s clear how exhausted they were, emotionally, physically and mentally. It’s painful to hear them feel like they have to explain why they wanted to pursue their solo work, to mature and grow as artists. They didn’t have to explain themselves but they always put ARMY first. As honest and forthright as they were, their words and intentions were twisted so the pain we felt happened anyway which is what they tried to prevent. Everything has been planned out in minute detail until they reunite after enlistment. Nothing has been left to chance so we can and trust them explicitly. ARMY is forever, now and always. As with them, trust your maturity and growth together and as individuals. You are kind, wonderful, decent people and deserve to explore your own paths going forward. If you include us on your journey, we’re with you both 💯 percent, now and always. Our connection and love is as deep with both of you. I hope these next couple of months in California deepens your brotherly bond and helps you find self awareness and individual growth. Just be happy. Thank you for taking the time and care to share your thoughts on this milestone event that broke our hearts at the time. 🫰🏻💜🫰🏻💜🇨🇦

Cheryl ⁷ Lambert

I agree with you. This is the reason it feels worth it to be here for them💜

prachi sahu

Anyways, I think Jin will release his solo album after his military service because he will have plenty of time before the rest of the members complete their military. I'm excited for this as I think Jin will give us songs about his journey in the army. I'm thinking of something sad because he missed his members, family, friends and army so much but it will be a meaningful song because it will contain his emotions. Our king who I deeply respect for having songs and a beautiful voice that is good in making us feel his songs despite not understanding the lyrics. I would love to hear more songs like that from Jin. Our V is having his time doing his solo album, just like Jimin said he is so thorough that he is actually taking so much time doing his album. If you want to here one of his unreleased song, try this one: https://youtu.be/hGVGRPYjnUo I don't know if this one doesn't passed in his standard, but for me the song is beautiful. :)) Thank you for the reaction as always. If you happen to watch other Dinner Festas you will love it just the same even though you will both have fun watching them. Other Dinner Festas are not something like this, they are just having fun and you will keep on knowing their true self more. 💜

FiloArmy

I would like to compliment Jared and Jordan…you two by far have handled reacting to BTS and Army with the utmost respect. I appreciate how deep you dive to understand EVERYTHING about them, their music, their culture the meanings of words and customs..you can tell you truly care to understand them and that you yourselves are top Army…Thankyou for all you do and P.S I hope you never feel pressured by us ..we know you will get to whatever we suggest as soon as it works into your journey as it should 💜💜💜

Angie7

WOW🤦🏻‍♀️dumb me ….watching it this time as they were talking about things I kept asking myself…why was it so devastating the first time? cause I remember feeling like the life preserver BTS threw me in 2019 suddenly popped…..I didn’t know there were two captions of this…the original was much more devastating.I was not ok until Jungkook, bless his heart, he musta got out of bed ,got on social media then saw how it exploded and thought “oh man holy shit”I gotta straighten this out now!

Angie7

As always I enjoyed your reaction. I was bawling like a baby once again. Jordan I saw you wanting to just let go but I understand. We are family so it's ok to just let it go. They have a way of bringing the tears out of all of us. I hope you got a chance to watch bangbangcon. Three past concerts you haven't seen and Proof live. And the scoop on Twitter is that JK will be releasing his album July 14th. FYI 5th muster is one of the past concerts they played and guess what song is performed? PIED PIPER lol.

Dani Ellison

I didn't keep track of how many times I have watched this 2022 Dinner Festa, but everytime I do, I always end up being emotional. I think BTS around this time is more nervous, more anxious than all of us armys. But despite feeling that way, they decided to let us see their raw and honest selves to make us feel secured. They don't want us to be shocked by the news saying they are going solos, so they did the announcement themselves. BTS let us experience the feeling they are feeling on that very moment to the point where we could actually relate. And you are right JJ for saying that they stirred something in us on how to become a better person. Just like you two, I want to try something to meet the better version of myself. When JK said something like ARMYs will have their timings too, it hit me hard like that's pure encouragement and I have this feeling that I could not disappoint BTS more so myself. They wanted to do better and cheer us up to do the same. That's the power of BTS and ARMY, we have this deep connection to always support, respect and trust each other so that we can continue to become stronger than ever, not just for this love we have with one another, but also the love we have for ourselves because BTS taught us how to love ourselves. They are my constant reminder that the world is a beautiful place to live in. 💜

FiloArmy

Loved every minute of our get together!

Laurie Brennan⁷

I appreciate that you felt you were at a point in your journey where you could watch this. I feel totally differently watching it now, knowing all the great content the guys have put out since this dinner, but at the time it felt devastating. As an ARMY, I felt so much guilt over RM's pain....I felt I was part of the reason he felt so pressured..that he couldn't be fully himself or the fans would somehow be disappointed in him. He especially has had so much weight on his shoulders since he was a teen, it's almost shocking that he didn't need this break sooner. They all worked incredibly hard, but I feel like the rap line had the most pressure being the primary writers, lyricists and producers in the early days. I have so much respect for them as people and gratitude that they feel they can share their innermost feelings with us....that must have been a scary prospect, but they still did it. They could have just as easily done this announcement in a press release, but they felt compelled to tell us the "whys" behind their decisions. How could you not love them. Thanks for your reaction.

Laurie Brennan⁷

I have to be honest I wanted them to take a break like a real break and I'm glad they did. Agree with all you said. No matter what happens later on, we got to have this special love with them and that's all I needed.

Peach⁷

right I legit thought oh we are barely gonna see them but we have been getting surprised one after the other, especially them just doing their own things and still being in touch ugh I love it. They are indeed amazing

Sabrina K

To the people that are not Army, I legit can't explain to them how we are more than just "fans" of BTS and how much deeper we are with them as they are with us...it's just something Army will know and that others will always see us as crazy, delusional fans and it sucks that they don't feel what we as genuine Army feel with BTS. I don't know any other artists in this world that has given us as much raw and genuine content as BTS has with their fans and that is why the bond is just so strong that outsiders are just like wtf.

Sabrina K

Gratefully I grasped that BTS will always be BTS even when it all truly end as nothing is in their hand. I understand that now. No matter what will happen, BTS will always be my forever heart! Nothing is guaranteed in life at all and nothing in this world is permanent that even BTS has an end too; but no matter what, I'm grateful for the journey and love I got to share and have for these 7 men and Army. The thing is with artists (as I said this somewhere else), I look for how artists make me feel and for deep connection beyond the surface and limitations. I need to feel the artist like they are the flowers of many colors and types (roses, daisies, hyacinth, etc.) and I get to grab hold, admire, cherish, adore, and smell (take in their heart and their art) of them. Like I have to feel it with every part of my body and this reason is why I no longer listen to most American artists. Bts filled that category because no others I've noticed are as one of a kind and rare as they are. Its just shows that these 7 beautiful (inside and out), gifted, rare, raw, flawed, imperfect, rooted, disciplined, intelligent, artly (not a word but they are art-inside and out) men have become my forever heart. So for now on and always, I'm going to enjoy them and enjoy who they are now. I'm going to look only to the present and I'm going to try to not going to concern myself about later or the future. Borahae to you all!

Peach⁷

Thank you for this reaction. I’ll be honest, when I first saw it my stomach dropped. I wasn’t planning on watching it again but decided to watch it through again with both of you. After watching, I spent the next few hours reflecting on why there was so much trauma around this dinner. I went into the dinner last year expecting a normal festa celebration and maybe even a world tour announcement (haha) So the news they dropped definitely felt like it came out of left field and was so surprising. But listening to them talk about it, be so vulnerable, I finished the festa sad but full of understanding and proud they had the courage to make an obviously hard decision and share it with us like they did. It was about growth and I trusted what they were sharing from their hearts. I think the traumatic experience came in after the dinner - for me at least. We just received a very vulnerable and intimate dinner and all of a sudden news outlets had articles about them breaking up and pictures of RM tearing up were everywhere. That powerful moment where Namjoon shared his heart was plastered all over. We were all trying to trend on Twitter and flood Weverse with posts that we supported them and trusted them even if we were still reeling from the news. JK and Namjoon came to talk to us on live and reassure us. Then there were tons of articles about who would be “the next BTS” and which band army would move to now? All those things made me sick. It was like they ran with this misunderstanding of a moment that wasn’t even meant for them and they were trying to stake their claim on bts success and us. I think that’s why so many of us have doubled down on supporting their projects so loudly. Of course we would have supported their projects with all our hearts but after that mess, we wanted to send a clear message to the guys and to the industry that we stand behind the 7 members- together and individually. We’re not going anywhere. BTS might be on a break (though with all the new material, it doesn’t feel like a break) but ARMY is not on a break. We’re here to stay. With BTS. Anyway, hope you all have a safe trip out west! If you ever get stuck or need something by Dallas, let me know :) I’ll come lend you a hand!

Erin

Uuuhh I avoided watching this again since it first aired 1 year ago, knowing now how far we have come it still made me cry out loud (like many others I was in full meltdown mode until our precious Maknea came to save all our broken hearts) 😢 but I had to re-watch it with my favorite twins J & J 💜 When Jimin said "I'm not a solo artist I'm a member of BTS" 😩 uuughh my heart. At this time they hadn't announced they would be enlisting and while many of us knew that was the elephant in the room I think some were still holding out hope that something would change. In the end them taking this decision in their own hands was actually what was supposed to happen "their fate" we now have so many great songs and are witnessing how happy the members have become while still remaining a Family and fulfilling their duty as able body Korean Men. I trust BTS 💜 and I trust you guys 💜 let's stay together for a long time Apobangpo 💜 Great reaction as ALWAYS!

JessNunez⁷💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

As ARMY we must always remember BTS gave up their youth for us. I remember watching this and crying because they were exhausted but all they could think about was us, ARMY. They never want to disappoint ARMY. Well BTS has never disappointed us and never will. I remember that RM had to post a letter on SM because they way media was twisting it. ARMY understood that dinner, and understood them, no explanation needed. "TRUST", ARMY will always believe in and trust BTS 💜 Jimin and others used the words "sincere"and "sincerity" several times. I have said this so often,it was their Sincerity as humans, as artists, singers and performers that led me to fall in love, and become ARMY. 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

genevieve higuera

I’m excited for his album mainly because I too, think it won’t follow the typical kpop formula. I admire him a lot for being his own person. And ultimately, that in itself is a success, to step to the beat of your own drum and not conform to what’s popular and expected. He always takes pride in being unique

Selina T

The hardest part of this dinner for me was knowing they had felt this way for awhile & had put it off for their fans. That broke my heart for them. I cried so much the day it came out & had already started crying the next day thinking about it when our JK went live. I cannot even tell you how comforting his live was to me. He was so reassuring that everything would be okay, wanted to clear the rumors about the mattresses & air purifiers in his apartment (he said the members exaggerated) & then gave us one of his home concerts. After his live I felt better about the situation & future. And after some thought completely understood where they were coming from. I think we are just want what is best for them & to see them happy so even watching this again with y’all was stuff. I’m glad you watched it & could hear from them their thoughts.

Kimberly W.

2022 Festa Dinner was my 2nd one as ARMY and I was expecting an insightful but super fun discussion. I was totally taken aback when things got emotional. BTS are often emotional during the comments in their concerts but this was different, so somber in tone. The part that confused & upset me the most was when they said they needed time apart from each other. I then questioned whether I had been mistaken about their genuine friendship. Unlike many others here, I’ve actually rewatched it many times. Each time I do I feel I reassured. Now I feel as though their break from each other would be a lot shorter if it was entirely up to them. The length is determined by the military service and not any desire to remain apart.

Karen O'Halloran

Saw Yoongi in the theatre tonight with fellow ARMY Laurie Brennan. Had a fantastic time. It was an amazing experience. Now I’m not ready for this again but here we go…..😢

Cheryl ⁷ Lambert

Another amazing reaction, you guys! I swear, this made me cry again re-watching it just now, but I can't even comprehend a world where Kim Namjoon has an ordinary office job; the thought of there being a version of him out there where he never made music and got into rapping and songwriting just physically guts me because he is SO talented and is such a deep, introspective person with so much to say.

Taryn Ford

I remember. That was awful and infuriating.

Didi

As hard as this was to watch when it came out last year, I was so so grateful for their raw honesty. They told us as much as they could without explicitly saying what they knew they couldn’t mention at the time (military). Honestly, when I first watched it, my most overpowering emotion after the fact was overprotectiveness. I knew how this would be taken by outsiders and I almost immediately saw the ripple effects that the news of the break caused with non-armys. I had people sending me links from the news outlets stating that it was the end of BTS. Tbh, that’s what made me sad. The fact that they so very honestly had an emotional heart to heart with us only for their words to be twisted and made to be a ‘gotcha’ moment, like “haha another boyband calls it quits”. It made me incredibly sad because of the way they poured their hearts out in that video. They were extremely honest and open about exactly why they needed a break and how burnt out they felt, and outsiders invaded a conversation that was really only supposed to be between us and them. Only armys can understand the deep bond we have with the members. I was genuinely happy that they were finally able to take a much needed break. It broke my heart that they felt that they had to apologize for that. Especially because they’re the ones always telling us that it’s okay to pause and take breaks. The pressure they must’ve felt on top of everything else just makes mes so glad that they were able to take the time off. The boys have always been very honest and open with us about their feelings. And I never doubted them for a second!! I’m glad you guys were finally able to watch this video and understand a bit more of what was going on during this time last year. 💜💜

Steph

thank you guys for a great reaction

lau

You know what's funny? After announcing this break, BTS kept releasing tons of new content and new music almost every week up to this day 💜

Andre'u

Hi ☺️ I discovered you guys not long after you first reacted to Black Swan. Your thoughtfulness and sincerity towards BTS is what drew me in and why I continue to stay a supporter. I’m what you may call a lurker because I don’t typically interact, but am happy just watching. However, I just wanted to say that I have thoroughly enjoyed watching your BTS journey. All of your hard work does not go unnoticed and it is very much appreciated. I look forward to continuing this journey with you. HAPPY FESTA! Much love BTS friends. 💜

Jessica ⁷ 💜

I just saw this festa because of you guys, otherwise I’d never force myself to watch that festa specially, because i always end up crying my eyes out just like the first time.

Stephannie

Oh that day was a nightmare, I remember myself crying in front of my computer when I read the word "hiatus" and then seeing Namjoon and the boys crying broke me :( and BTS BREAK UP was in the news in my country for days, then the word hiatus was corrected. Worst days of my life as an ARMY. I've watched this FESTA many times and know I understand my boys, they needed this, seeing them happy now doing what they want, some of the members having free time, going out with their friends, having normal lives, time is going so fast that in a blink we'll have Jin and Hobi back while we wait for the other members! Plus they think about us all the time, always preparing content ahead of time so we don't miss them that much, I'm 100% sure they created and will create more content for the next 2 years. 🥰 This year's FESTA has so many gifts for us, they prepared all before the members enlist, who does that 😭 Only them, our precious 7 💜

Dquiettype

I have enjoyed watching your reaction to this video, as well as the comments above. Yes, the first time around was hard. Watching it the second time brought understanding and perspective. These amazing and talented people have lived their lives in front of cameras for the last 10 years! They allowed us into their lives and made us love them all the more. Looking forward to the next chapter!

LibLady26

Festa Dinners are so special imo. I LOVE all the Festa dinners. They're so open and sentimental and nostalgic. You guys should watch all the Festa Dinners over the years, they've been doing this annually. This one obviously was sad because of their announcements, but all the Festa dinners were and are pretty vulnerable. My favs were 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2022

Aparna

Im not sure if i accidentally deleted my old comment but yeah Jins album is one i cant wait for when he returns after his service, since he promised good music and content for his return, I'm genuinely so excited to see what his album will look like <3

Angel

omg can’t believe you guys watched it😨!💜its so emotional but i think it’s so insightful and important to watch before they return🥹(i’ll go get my tissues ready)

Butterful

Correction: Hybe and BigHit were NEVER a part of the group of k-pop labels/companies who requested for the law of enlistment to be changed or for them to be exempted from the service. They have always maintained that they will serve when their time comes.

sevenprettyboys

I cried again today

Amina

Me too🥹

Angie7

Good luck I know the outcome and still broke down like yesterday 🥹

Angie7

they have talked about living apart for a long time. just as mentioning that it´s been long time since i saw you or what are you doing. and we all knew about them buying homes for themself in 2019 i think. but they haven't officially announced that they where living alone now so we were not surprised by that. people new to BTS might have been yes. but what chocked me was the thought that they might disband or something. my heart was beating SO fast the entire episode after Suga mentioned the hiatus. i had to pause for a second to try and calm down.

leat

this is not the only time BTS has been vulnerable. they are all the time at concerts. and in other festas. they might not be crying but they are honest. and as someone who has watched almost all content from BTS i can tell you that they never lie. time and time again we get reminded of what they said 3 years ago is the same as they mentioned later. they might not tell embarrassing storyes about each other and stuff that can be used by haters. They always share as much as they can. but this military thing was just so hard for them. Hybe their company and other kpop companies used BTS name to get the law of enlistment changed. so they forbit BTS to ever talk about it. Jin called the military Voldemort (the word they can´t talk about). being used as a political gain to get future artist the opportunity to avoid enlistment. i know that it´s something all men in korea want to avoid but being used a dart board to people to hate on and think they want to get a free ride is so lame. they got a lot of hate from people accusing them to avoid the duty of the country. but when after they said they are going, people was hating on them because they tried in the first place. but BTS never tried to get out of it. it was the entire kpop industry who wanted that. considering kpop is one of the most profitable income to south korea so to loose BTS who helped bring attention to it is HUGE. and they hopes other groups didn´t have to go either. Hybe stock price dropped 25 procent after this video was released. and Hybe knew it would happen so this enlistment thing was kept very quiet for as long as possible. some of the things that goes on behind the curtains is bad and Rm said (without the rules of the world) i think he ment the power struggles and people who want to use BTS for clout. they are ambassadors of the country and of the 2030 Busan bet. and the government have said it´s okay to let BTS out of the military if they has to do a performance for this event.. but i am not sure if BTS want to play by their book. they should not

leat

totally was on the same boat as you. they have always been at their core the most sincere bunch of people i've ever seen and i did not doubt their words of coming back together unless there was something physically stopping them from doing so. but i do understand that there's been a HUGE influx of fans the past few years so it could feel like a rug pulled out from under them if they weren't alongside them for years watching them grind endlessly to their own detriment at times. the most frustrating part was seeing tabloids run wild with disbandment claims 😒

Erika Smith

2022 festa dinner was so traumatizing especially because of the aftermath when the media got wind of it. And I’m being very serious about the way this video traumatized me , not to be dramatic, but anytime I see a screenshot or clip from it, a small piece of me dies on the inside. I have never and will never go back to watch it again. It’s like one of those movies where you liked it but you will never watch again because of the mental and emotional toll it took on you

⟭⟬ Maddie Kate⟬⟭ ⁷

Jin did not say he would released an album after his service. All we know is he intended to enlist around June 2022, but delayed it to after Busan. He reached out to Chris around July 2022 for The Astronaut. In the Festa dinner he said he received songs and doesn’t have a date for his album released. With this info we can assume and hope for an album when he returns. I also want to point out that JK was suppose to be after Suga but that may not happen. Also D-Day was suppose to be release November 2022. Therefore, plans have changed a lot. Like life you know.

Bethi

OOOOFF.. do I really want to watch that again??? I normally really watch any bts content a million times, but this one? I remember that I watched that right when they uploaded it, so I had no warning what was about to happen. As a lot of my fellow armys also say, we know exactly what we were doing that day. I remember breaking down in my moms arms when I finished watching this. My heart felt so heavy because of how THEY felt. Especially seeing namjoon like that was truly truly heartbreaking. -- Of course knowing what I know now, it's different... -- I'll watch it with you guys now, and then come back here later <3

btSunina

I broke down when I first watched this and didn't report to work because I was a hot mess. I cried again today but, I understand them better.

Pamela Rain Palad

LESSSSSGOOOOOOO!!! <3 <3 <3!

Neha

btw the boys have all gotten their tattoos, its a 7 in different areas of their bodies, we don't know where yoongi's is and keeps teasing is.

dulseokbangtan

Thank you, guys for reacting to this. I couldn't bring myself to watch this Festa dinner after the first time when it was released but I knew it will be easier watching with you. And it was. Like always, I love your perspective and thoughts when reacting to BTS. And it's truly such a different feeling watching this after a year knowing what we know now, having all those amazing solo albums and other content from our Bangtan boys. They are so amazing! I'm just so grateful for them! Love you Jared and Jordan! Love you BTS! Love you ARMYs!! APOBANGPO!! 💜🫰💜

Kitty Tomaszewicz

APOBANGPO !! (=army forever Bangtan forever)

Hélène S

About their Friendship tattoos: Idk if you both know but all of them did indeed get a "7" tattooed on different parts of their bodies. Jimin's is on the inside of one of his fingers (you may notice it in some of his photos on Instagram; he shows it every chance he gets, he's such a cutie!), Jin's is on the back of his waist (you'll find it on Instagram; he just posted a shirtless photo from behind and we all lost our shit lolll), Namjoon's and Hobi's are on the back of their shins/above their heel, Taehyung's is on his thigh (instagram), Jungkook's is behind one of his ears. And as for Yoongi, he's not yet revealed where he got his. There has been a lot of teasing back and forth between Yoongi and ARMY about it, and we will patiently wait for if/when he decides to tell us where he got his 7 :]

sevenprettyboys

i would like y’all to know i have NEVER rewatched this video. normally i do a few times but not this one. for you tho, i did. as someone who was there for this i’ll say we all just had a knee jerk reaction. seeing them like this hurts. tae is right, we do understand and that’s what makes it hard. at the end of the day we just want them to be happy and satisfied with themselves. clearly they weren’t and there was nothing we could do to help them. we can only offer the promise that we’ll be there for them through whatever they decide to do. also when this first released this, the translations were a mess. they made it seem way worse than it actually was. they used the words break/hiatus which, for many western army, have very bad connotations. we’d seen one other major boy group do that, one direction, and look how that turned out. army translators were kinda stunned at the way the bighit editors did the cc. they said it didn’t show any of the nuance of the actual conversation and way oversimplified things. you watched an updated version that’s much closer to what they actually said. don’t even get me started on media. they are rabid animals when it comes to bts. we’re sitting here trying to make sense of everything as a family and then out of nowhere, major news articles were talking about disbandment. it got to the point where both jungkook and joon had to come and explain things for us. joon was fed up too. army translators said that they’d never seen joon write so angrily towards outsiders. aka non bts members or army. hindsight really is everything tho. all the solos had really helped me understand what they meant now and i’m so proud of them for this festa dinner. they were fully honest with themselves and with us and that’s an incredibly hard thing to do. of course i fully back them when they say they’ll be back in 2025. they’ve said it before that solo stuff is fun and necessary but it’ll never replace being in bts for them. i sleep very well at night knowing they’ll be back soon just like they promised while also enjoying every single moment of self expression that we get from them during this time. also to clarify what they mean about tae’s music, tae makes A LOT of music but he is so particular about it. he does this thing we’re he’ll post a video of a song he made as a goodbye and then will delete the file forever. i can’t tell you u how many times i’ve mourned amazing songs of his that he’ll never release. it makes me incredibly excited for his album tho. also no, unfortunately there probably won’t be a surprise jin album while he’s still enlisted. the military has very strict laws on stuff like that for idols. they literally can’t make any money while they’re serving. anything with jin in it that makes a profit had to be signed and payed for before he was enlisted. it would be pretty much impossible to make an album release work. i think he means he’ll release his after he comes back next year.

shelby🖤

You guys are watching the updated version where they changed Yoongi's translation from "we're going on a hiatus now" to "we're taking a temporary break now". The first translation using "hiatus" is what shocked many Armys and with many shedding tears (me) when this festa dinner was first aired.

LoveOT7

rewatching this and knowing the backlash they had and all the news that were about them makes me feel sick. They already were having a hard time and they chose to open up to us, but the media always ruin everything

Hélène S

jin said he was receiving songs.. so i think he is collecting songs he then has to write lyrics for and he might have already written some of them because he said songs as in more than one. or he could just have ment the song he got from coldplay witch he made korean lyrics for. Jin will return first and he might not have long to prepare for his solo album so i think he could work on lyrics when he has time of from military i know all members meet with bang PD to talk about what they plan to to in the future. only a few kpop groups has returned after the military but what happens was always that fans had moved on so they dont feel the need to continue. But BTS plan ahead and that proves to me that they WILL comeback. and they want it. but i hope every member get to experience life also and have a more relaxed way to do music. they could also do solo work in between BTS albums. so maybe one album a year for BTS. before they had 2 albums a year some of them EP so that is alot of comebacks. I think Jin will start preparing for his album right after he gets out of the military he might already have some songs. at this time they have each made songs on the side except for jimin who only just began. I se J-hope and RM as the most motived members on their solo works. they got so excited to make their own stuff. V and JK is still nervous and unsure same with the others only the rappers who already made solo albums is more at ease with it. V´s album will be so unique to everyone else albums so far i think. he will not sound like a kpop idol infact he always want to sing in english and he only listen to American jazz singers and stuff i don´t think there is much jazz singers in korea. so he could end uo being very succesful in the US. R&B and jazz a mix between that is my guess. i could also se him collaboration with American singers like john Baptiste. that one who won a grammy last year because V had dinner with him after warts. and he also talked to lady gaga he loves her music. he went to the US recently and he still is there as far as i know. and he has colored hair grey. so i think he is going to record a MV. i am so excited i bet it will be announced after festa

leat

"no cheer" concert = the govt made a rule that required the audience to not cheer (and just clap the fans(?) that were given to them) to prevent further germ spread (on top of mandatory masks).

sevenprettyboys

you know bts members all got their "7" tattoo right ?

Hélène S

Thank you for reacting to this. Like most of ARMY, I haven't had the courage to watch this again after it was released a year ago. It made me reflect so much of the difference it made me feel, last year it was too painful but re-watching this with you and with the privilege of hindsight now, has brought so much HEALING. Of course I still cried watching our boys cry but I'm just left with so much gratitude. With how the media twisted their words after this was aired out, honestly it would have been easier for BigHit to just release a statement or hold a prescon explaining their future plans, but the boys chose to sit us down over dinner and talk about the difficult stuff. I can't name another superstar who shows this much inclusion and humanity to the community they built. I was just joking about this with my army friend the other day, how this dinner is the biggest clowning they pulled on us. How we thought we'll be rewatching old content and all 155 episodes of Run BTS for the next 2 years only to find ourselves drowning with content halfway through. The only re-watching I've done are through your reaction videos and even that has brought a new experience, so thank you so much! Been here since your Black Swan reaction and I can't wait till you check each album off the list 💜

Angela Marie

💜💜 Thank you Jared and Jordan for this wonderful reaction. I greatly appreciate your time, commitment and love. I am crying after watching this dinner but also, for the first time am extremely happy and proud of being a fan of an artist. BTS are absolutely precious human beings 💜. Thank you for sharing your BTS journey with us.

Faith⁷

You have to understand, watching this now, with the perspective we have now, it's so much easier to take because we understand what this break looks like for them and for us and we have the promise of future events and we know that it's just a temporary break. But it was so scary watching it drop and hearing everything they were saying and seeing how emotional they were about what was happening. I'm grateful they were honest and vulnerable with us but I'm more grateful to be a year in now and rewatch this with more understanding of what Chapter 2 Bangtan is.

SNBangtan

In a way we have a mutual parasocial relationship with BTS, and when they sing that we are their best friends for the rest of their lives, we can be sure they absolutely mean it. Namjoon said during the dinner that they couldn't just post about going solo on instagram, but they kinda could have. There could have been a statement, or they could have just let it play out without telling us their plans, after all we waited for proof for 1.5 years after BE. Yet they decided to talk to us personally, and not only to give us the hard facts, but to be very open about the why. I can#t think of a single other artist who would have done this. They know us so well, they had an idea about how we would react, and they wanted to be as personal about it as possible to make it easier for us. JK even came live for hours the day after this was aired to reassure us that they're definitely not disbanding and that their break in general is only a half break since they still went on to film some group content, because he did see the articles and the reactions, and he didn't want to leave us hanging. They just really care about us. And what you said about BTS making you reflect on yourself...they really do. They have managed to build a safe space for self reflection and personal growth for army, without any judgement, and that is an incredibly beautiful thing. After you got through this, I think you're ready for Outro:Tear as well. It's a rapline song, and next to Ddaeng, and Cyphers 3 and 4 my absolute favorite of theirs.

Hana

Now you can see why Army was a total train wreck..no one knew they we’re living apart and they kept saying they needed time apart and with them and especially RM breaking down Army wasn’t real clear on what was happening we all had mixed ideas and BTS kept saying there was much they couldn’t share with us…,then we wake up to news that BTS can’t get along, they are breaking up…with all kinds of speculations on what they “thought the real reason”was…..you should watch Jungkooks Vlive the next day after this..He didn’t let any time pass when he woke up and saw what was being said..he got directly on it and spoke with Army and had the whole mess straightened out in his 2 hr or more vlive he had comforted us and was upset at how everything got twisted and the man gave a vocal performance for Army that will live on forever..wish you could check it out to see how he handled it after having watched the dinner💜

Angie7

I had a bit of a different reaction than i feel most armys initially felt when I watched this for the first time. There was this huge part of me that felt sadness and grief on behalf of them, knowing how much they have gone through and how heavy the burden they carry must be, but the overwhelming feeling I felt was relief. The feeling of how deserving BTS are of this time apart, the feeling of complete trust in BTS and the feeling of total gratitude for always being as vulnerable as they can with us. Surprisingly, I didn't even cry, I just did a deep sigh and thought about everything they had said. Not once after all of this, even with the rampant media cycles running, did I ever doubt their words or question it for even a second. I've watched BTS' growth since early 2016 (during fire era) and i just felt this deep sense of understanding after it all. I am so proud of BTS so far and what they have done with their Chapter 2, and I am so excited to see how evolved they will be as a group in 2025. Tbh im kinda scared, like how do you get better than this? BTS are legends for years to come and they aren't even close to being done yet.

Luna

Angel

There is a very different feeling watching this today then last year. Army was not hopeful, we were sad and scared and even angry. How could they take a break? What exactly was that going to look like? Stocks dropped, the media went crazy.... No-one really knew that this past year was going to go like it did. BTS knew, but they couldn't tell us everything, as they said. They needed the time to grow and be themselves. I have loved watching them shine individually even though I long for OT7 performances and love seeing them whenever they get together. Watching now, we hear their words with hope and much more understanding of what was to come, but fear and sadness clouded absolutely everything. I appreciate that you reacted to it this year. It's nice to watch with a happy heart, not a sad one. For me, when I first heard each member continue to introduce themselves as RM of BTS or Jimin of BTS, not Kim Namjoon, not Park Jimin- I was reassured that they were still BTS and the the break was a break, not the end. This festa was heartbreaking for me and most Army so to watch with you guys today amongst the excitement of Festa 10, puts a whole new light on it. Thank you 💜💜💜

Tanya G

You will understand more if you guys got to know about their journey

dyxqdthyfv

I cried for DAYS after watching this dinner. Keep in mind that Namjoon is the one with the biggest fear of disappointing us and losing us. We see it with group after group going on hiatus or enlisting only to come back to 2 fans. Hearing how scared he was of even thinking of wanting to try something new (pursuing art collection or being the National Defense ambassador) in fear of disappointing us. It hurt me to see him hurting. Yes, we didn't know what Chapter 2 would entail, they're doing what no other group has done before. I just wanted them to know that when we say ARMY Forever Bangtan Forever, we meant that shit. I felt guilty, they would've left in the winter of 2020 and been back together by now with the military all done but with their last tour being cancelled they felt they owed us and they gave and gave and gave in fear we'd forget them. I want them to be able to do anything they want knowing we'd be right there. Also note, BTS could've gotten BH to post an announcement and gone about their day. No they sat down and talked to us, told us how they felt. I'll never forget that

dulseokbangtan

the one singing around 12min in is actually RM !

Hélène S

That was perfectly said Pacific Pacific, you said everything I wanted and that’s how I felt too! 💜 Thank you J & J for this reaction today, I cried again but I was more content watching it the second time! 💜💜

Cherry Valens

I am actually grateful that you reacted to this 💜 When I watched this last year not knowing what I know now, it triggered my anxiety. I understood what they were saying but I was lost on how I was supposed to deal with life without BTS as they were. I have avoided watching this again out of fear of going back to that dark feeling, BUT, I am glad I watched it with you now Jared, Jordan 💜🙏 This time I feel a sense of peace and happiness that they took the step for their growth and their lives. Even with their vulnerability they made me stronger 💜💜💜🌷🌷

Pacific Pacific

Okay I'm going to comment as I watch this: Re: Dynamite, Butter, Life Goes On (from BE) - oftentimes, a lot of people (specifically kpoppies and ex-armys) who talk about how BTS "lost their (korean) roots" with Dynamite and Butter, seem to forget that BE was released in between them and it's a fully self produced, self written, self-managed Korean album with themes surrounding their day to day thoughts regarding the pandemic. It's so intimate and it's possibly my favorite album after MOTS7. What they mean by a "mild" music video is that it is an intimate music video, as opposed to anything grand. But I think it portrayed exactly what the song conveys and what the songs makes most of us armys feel. It broke my heart hearing Namjoon say that that track didn't get as much attention as Dynamite and Butter and it's valid for him to feel. But I hope he knows how much that song means to me (and many others). (This is not to say Dynamite and Butter aren't bangers, they absolutely are and I love them! They bring my mood up instantly.) Re: Jimin saying that when they come back, they'll have more to say (as opposed to the group music burnout) - I'm reminded of Namjoon's first track in Indigo "Yun" and its lyrics - "I wanna be a human, before I do some art." :)

sevenprettyboys

i'm a strong believer that jin will have an album released once hes back from the military (at least thats what i keep telling myself)

nia

Making me cry right before I go see Yoongi in theaters. Like last night and this morning wasn’t emotional enough. 🥹😭

Sharon Bagchi 7

I cried again 💔 also I love you guys 💜✨

GA

"they keep referencing V's music" LMAO that's how we know, you are new here. V's been teasing us with his solo mixtape/album since 2020 and to this day we got NOTHING. He keeps talking about, he teases, spoils his songs by playing a few seconds or most of the song. AND THEN he says he won't release it. That's the pain of waiting for V's solo.

Maya

For what it's worth, I think it's so touching that you cried for all the "right" reasons– it goes to show that we as army care about them as human beings. It's not like we were crying, "oh no, we don't get new music? we don't get new concerts? no new run bts?". We were crying bc we learned that people we genuinely care for, had been struggling behind closed doors, and hiding it for our sake. And I think it's amazing that BTS has fostered this mutual care and respect with their fans.

Seneca

What was the most frustrating was that after that dinner dropped, countless news outlets (both in Korea and internaionally) released the "news"/articles like "BTS Breaking Up– 'Can't Work Together Anymore'!", and they ALL used a screenshot of RM crying. It was so terrible how their words were twisted by the press. Namjoon even wrote a letter venting to army about how disappointed he was with the twisted press coverage, since they felt like they made that video for army only. JK even went on VLive to assure everyone that the articles are all wrong, and they are *not* "breaking up"

Seneca

I really want to watch this to hear your thoughts on it but I don't know if I can. This dinner was truly traumatic for me - I cried so much I made myself ill. A year later I know things are turning out okay so far but even seeing the screenshot makes me start feeling a little sick. Not only did I cry a bunch the day of, but also on and off for the next few days after. Namjoon in particular is what got me. All I had to do was think about what an enormous burden he'd carried for years and how that must have weighed so heavily on him and the tears would start flowing. They all did so much for us and kept going for us, even though they were badly struggling. It hurt to know that.

Mel

Wow, I'm actually shocked that you guys hadn't watched this yet... I don't know how you'd gotten through an entire year without this vital piece of information directly from the guys themselves (vs reading articles that they were taking a break?). Glad you finally got around to it!

Seneca

Watched this when i was JUST discovering bts and it made me emotional. I’ll watch it with you guys now but i just know this is gonna hit different ☹️

Ash

I had a mental and emotional breakdown after I watched this dinner last year, even though deep down I knew everything would be fine and work out i cried for days straight no joke I would cry myself to sleep for days on end after, it took me nearly a whole month to feel more normal again I was like a waterfall it was never ending and I just couldn’t stop it. I had never been like that in my life it was a struggle to even do simple things because I was emotionally drained. I can’t imagine how it hit other Armies. So I’m not sure how I’ll be a whole year later, even though everything is fine and worked out this still hurt beyond belief. I hope everyone is doing good 💜💜

Abbie

Oh no I wasn't ready for you guys to watch this 😢😢😢 However this has kind of put things in a different perspective being that we've seen how things have been playing out. They did need to take their time to tell their own stories with their own voice. It was still very hard to watch, especially seeing them cry. What made me break down again is when you (Jared) said how how grateful you are to us. I've said it before and I'll say it again, I'm here with you guys for as long as you continue this journey, and even after I will cheer you on in other endeavors!! Thank you for this great reaction!! I love you guys!!! 💜🫶💜🫶

LizP⁷⁷⁷⁷⁷⁷⁷

i always end up crying no matter what

olivia

Okay *deep breaths* getting my tissues ready to watch this with you. I didn't think you would see my comment but im glad you did! This reaction was a long time coming😭💜💜

prachi sahu

I'll be sure to grab my tissues. I sobbed the first time. I know it's gonna hit me so much harder this time...

Jannae' Sifontes

oh my god… i’ll be completely honest with u guys, i never watched the 2022 festa dinner 😭 i was asleep when it came out and by the time i woke up i saw everyone freaking out cuz the boys said they were going on hiatus and all the media made it sound like they were disbanding so i could never bring myself to watch it even after bts assured us they’re not going anywhere 🥲 i’ve only seen a few clips but maybe i’ll be able to watch it now with y’all… 💜

amanda

Yall this moment hurt. I haven't rewatched it since the first time. Everything worked out in the end but man.....🥺😢😭

Mariah P

Oh gosh time to get the tissues again 🤧 I’ve only had the strength to watch this whole dinner once and even though it’s a whole year ago already it still feels like yesterday they made the announcements. I know I will get emotional again but I want to hear what y’all have to say because this was extremely intimate, informative, emotional and special all at the same time so I think it’s important to watch. I appreciate y’all so much thank you for watching this.. I hope you have your tissues ready. See you on the other side.. borahae 💜💜💜

Abbie

Getting my tissues. This one is difficult but also comforting and heartwarming to see them at their realest💜💜

Liz Torres

this feels like deja vu and not in a good way

Madison

I just gasped so loud!!!! Work has been keeping me busyyyy lately, but I can’t wait to catch up and watch this 😭💜💜💜💜

Steph

okay,,,, idk if i have the emotional strength to watch this AGAIN (honestly, I've only been able to watch it once so far and I remember sobbing uncontrollably when they started crying). Ahhhhh.

sevenprettyboys

Y’all enjoy but I will NOT be watching this with you guys. I will never relive the emotions I felt last year. That festa dinner had me in tears while stuck on public transport going to London for hours. NO THANKS 🫶🏾

Kallie

😭 I wasn’t sure if I was going to rewatch this one. But maybe I’ll watch it with you guys.

Erin

Wow. Wow. Okay I have to prepare myself. I'll comment my thoughts as I watch

dulseokbangtan

oh 🥲

Katherine Cordero

OH GOD😃😭😭 NAHH I AINT READY FOR THSI🥲😀 But it honestly was needed to be reacted to by you guys soo I'm very glad yall did ;) *Sigh*--- Let's cry Together !!😭😮‍💨 Love u guyss💜💜

Rihab Bhar

Yes 😢😢❤️❤️❤️❤️

هشام .