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BTS’ V reveals hearing loss, Jung Kook says shin near fracture
BTS members V and Jung Kook disclosed serious health issues during a Wednesday livestream on Weverse. V said his hearing has worsened over two-and-a-half years, with his right ear functioning at about…
The Story in Brief
BTS members V and Jung Kook disclosed serious health issues during a Wednesday livestream on Weverse. V said his hearing has worsened over two-and-a-half years, with his right ear functioning at about 30% of his left. The condition deteriorated during his military service, where he initially dismissed it as a mental-strength problem. He is now on medication and visiting a hospital regularly.
Jung Kook revealed a shin injury is close to a stress fracture, making it painful to run and jump on stage. He admitted the band’s packed tour schedule prevents proper healing. The Arirang World Tour continues through North America before moving to South America, Australia, and Asia, concluding in the Philippines in March 2027.
The Indian Opinion
Fans are right to be concerned, but the narrative that the tour is solely to blame ignores that V’s hearing loss predates it. The military’s ‘mental strength’ culture also deserves scrutiny. A concrete test: will the band adjust their remaining 30-plus tour dates to let the members actually recover, or will they push through regardless? Their next hospital check-ups will reveal the real answer.
Sources (2): hindustantimes.com, rollingstoneindia.com
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Updated: this story now draws on 2 sources.
