BTS Postpones Run Jin Episode 16 and Content in Solidarity with Jeju Crash

BTS' agency BIGHIT MUSIC announced on December 30 that BTS's schedule planned for the week — though it was originally set — is now postponed, in consideration of the victims…

By Ishika Setia

December 30, 2024

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BTS‘ agency BIGHIT MUSIC announced on December 30 that BTS’s schedule planned for the week — though it was originally set — is now postponed, in consideration of the victims of the terrible Jeju flight crash, and their families.

BTS Postpones Content, Including Run Jin Episode 16, in Honor of Jeju Flight Crash Victims

BTS Stands In Support Of Victims of The Tragedy

This follows the tragic Jeju Air accident which killed 179. The December 29 incident has sparked national mourning throughout South Korea, with people from all walks of life grieving for friends and family members lost in the disaster. In response to the national tragedy, many events in the entertainment industry have been canceled or delayed, from year-end awards shows and film premieres to music marketing. BTS, one of the world’s most popular K-pop boy bands, expressed their condolences by halting their scheduled content releases for the week. The postponement includes the latest episode of Run Jin, which had been scheduled for release this week.

BIGHIT MUSIC’s Statement

BIGHIT MUSIC, which manages BTS, shared an official statement expressing their condolences. The statement reads: “Hello, this is BIGHIT MUSIC. We extend our deepest condolences to the victims who lost their lives in the recent aviation accident and to their loved ones. We would like to inform you that the release of ‘Run Jin’ Episode 16, originally scheduled for this week, as well as other BTS content, will be postponed. We ask for your generous understanding. Thank you.”

Following the tragedy, many other agencies, artists, and idols have also chosen to postpone or cancel their content, and this announcement follows suit. The crash involved Jeju Air flight 7C2216, which was flying from Bangkok to Muan International Airport in South Korea. There were 181 people on board, 179 died and only two survived. The event is a tragedy that has shaken the nation, and BTS’s choice suggests their respect for the victims of the incident.