BTS’ Jungkook SLAMMED over Bam controversy, fans question...

Amid ongoing dating rumours surrounding BTS' Jungkook and aespa's Winter, a fresh controversy has surfaced online, this time focused on Jungkook's adorable Doberman, Bam. The problem emerged again following several posts in Korean online communities that asked why Bam is still at a training facility months after Jungkook's military discharge. Bam gained substantial fame among fans following his appearance in In the Soop 2 in 2021, where Jungkook introduced him as a beloved friend. The singer's close connection with the dog and its loving nature made him very popular. Nevertheless, conversations concerning Bam's extended presence at a training camp have repeatedly emerged, and the accusations has intensified once more.

As reported by Koreaboo, this week, a community post questioning Jungkook's choices relating to Bam went viral. One user wrote, "This has been a mystery for such a long time. I mean, he brings home his childhood friend, an aunt, and his girlfriend to his house, but he doesn't bring his dog home, who is like a son to him? What are you doing?"

The criticism has led fans to revisit Jungkook's previous explanation. In December 2023, during a live broadcast, Jungkook addressed the accusations that implied he had abandoned Bam due to his busy schedule.

"I found a place that can take care of Bam through acquaintances, and Bam seems to be doing much better there. On one hand, I feel like in instances where I can't take care of Bam, it would be better to have them take care of Bam, with me coming by often. As you all know, I've been busy lately and going overseas, so I honestly can't take care of Bam properly. Thankfully, Bam doesn't have anxiety about being away from me and likes the people who are taking care of him; he has lots of friends there.

So, what I'm trying to say is that if you want to raise a dog but don't have the means, then don't bring one home. Now that I've experienced it, it really isn't something you should do to a dog. So, although I feel really bad, I'm thankful that he is always bright even though I can't be there often," Jungkook had said.

Some fans accepted this explanation, while others thought his remarks indicated he intended to bring Bam back after finishing his military service. With that not happening yet, debate has reignited. "If he pays for Bam to be there, it's not abandonment. It would've been best to not bring him home in the first place, but if it's hard to care for the dog, he should at least do this," wrote a fan.

"If the owner isn't taking care of it, then it's abandonment," argued another.

One fan wrote, "The dog must think the training camp is his home." Another remarked, "Isn't he just using the camp as a long-term hotel? But it doesn't look like he'll bring Bam home anytime soon."

"He's really making up excuses to say he paid money to abandon his dog," noted a follower. "This is called abandonment. Going to see him often is just an excuse. Seeing fans protecting him about this are really crazy fans," said another.

As of now, neither Jungkook nor BIGHIT Music has addressed the renewed controversy.