Jungkook of BTS Reveals Smoking Habit in Late-Night Live Broadcast, Cites Quitting Efforts

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Jungkook Admits Smoking, Struggles to Quit in Candid Live Broadcast

Jungkook spoke about the pressures of being a public figure.

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News18•27-02-2026, 09:19

Jungkook Admits Smoking, Struggles to Quit in Candid Live Broadcast

•BTS member Jungkook sparked controversy by revealing he used to smoke and struggled to quit during a late-night live broadcast.
•He admitted speaking without informing HYBE Entertainment, acknowledging it might upset his agency.
•Jungkook discussed feeling restricted as a public figure, wishing he could express himself more freely with ARMYs.
•A background voice seemingly tried to stop him, but Jungkook refused to end the live session when viewers urged him.
•BTS is preparing for their comeback with their fifth album, ARIRANG, set to release on March 20, followed by a special event.

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