"GLOBAL IT BOY" — Fans react as BTS Jimin’s photocard sells for ₩3M, setting a new record in Korea’s idol merch resale market

On June 13, 2025, K-media Se Daily reported that BTS Jimin's photocard was sold for ₩3 million (around $2,192). smashing records in South Korea’s resale idol merch scene. This high-value trade points to growing demand for K-pop collectibles, especially rare or exclusive ones. The card was bought by an overseas fan, highlighting how global the market has become.

According to the report, the K-Goods market is booming. Items tied to idols like albums, fan kits, and photocards are flying off shelves, mainly in countries like China, Thailand, and Japan.

Agencies such as HYBE, SM, JYP, and YG are seemingly projected to cross ₩1 trillion in total product revenue this year. That’s driven by rising demand both locally and abroad. The Jimin card sale has been flagged as a key moment for the secondhand market.

Fans are now reacting to this milestone achieved by Jimin, with one X user commenting:

"Global it Boy Park Jimin 🔥," an X user commented.

Fans are both amazed and emotional over the record-breaking sale of Jimin’s photocard, saying that he has such a great "impact."

"This is literally insane😭😭😭," a fan remarked.

"He is Park Jimin, the impact is real🙌," a user mentioned.

"They find it precious to have it. You are so loved Mimi 🤩," a person shared.

Many are calling the BTS main dancer the "sold-out king" and the "main pop boy."

"Sold out king park jimin Main pop boy jimin Congratulations jimin," a netizen said.

"WOW..😮 KINGLY DOINGS PARK JIMIN 👏💪🏻," a viewer noted.

"Pjms spend so much on Jimin. It's so cute to watch y'all love him and shower him with love ❤️," another fan added.

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BTS Jimin rejoins Instagram after post-army discharge

BTS’ Jimin reappeared on Instagram on June 12, 2025, after finishing his military duty a day prior. This was his first post in almost 18 months. He uploaded several pictures from his enlistment period.

In the images, he wore his army uniform and had a short buzz cut. A few photos were snapped inside what looked like a gym. Handwritten messages and hearts, likely from fans, were stuck on the mirrors.

Notes like “Stay healthy and happy” and “We love you so much” were visible (via The Korea Times). Jimin additionally shared images of awards, messages, and mementos he collected throughout his military duty. The post signaled the K-pop star’s return to online platforms following his service-related break.

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Elsewhere, it’s been noted that BTS’ Jimin was promoted to the role of Squad Leader during his military term. Although this hasn’t been formally verified, the news has circulated broadly across digital platforms.