BTS’s Jimin Ranked No.1 as the Star Whose Real-Life Charm Goes Beyond the Camera

Jimin of BTS has once again proven his unmatched presence, ranking No.1 in a recent poll for “the star whose charm can’t be fully captured on camera.”

The survey, conducted by fan-voting platform MY1PICK, saw Jimin dominate with 71% of the total votes, securing 36,947 votes and an overwhelming lead over other nominees. The result reflects a sentiment long shared by fans and industry insiders alike: Jimin’s real-life aura is even more striking than what appears on screen.

“The Camera Can’t Catch Everything”

Across fan communities and behind-the-scenes accounts, one phrase repeatedly surfaces when Jimin is mentioned: “You have to see him in person.” Those who have encountered him often say that cameras struggle to fully capture his proportions, expressions, and quiet intensity.

After a 2021 Vogue photoshoot, photographer Lee Myung-sook famously described the experience as “almost overwhelming,” noting that Jimin’s close-up visuals felt so perfectly composed that it was hard to look away. “If you see him in real life,” she said, “you’ll fall even harder.”

This sentiment has been echoed by industry professionals as well. Security personnel who have worked closely with top K-pop stars once remarked that while many idols are good-looking, Jimin’s face stands out as genuinely extraordinary in person.

Concertgoers Agree: ‘Photos Don’t Do Him Justice’

Fans who have attended BTS concerts often describe Jimin as the member whose presence feels the most magnetic on stage. Social media is filled with firsthand reactions calling him “shockingly unreal,” “glowing like a sculpture,” or even “mythical,” with many insisting that no photo or video can fully recreate the experience of seeing him live.

Anticipation Builds for Jimin’s Next Appearance

As BTS gears up for full-group activities, Jimin is also set to meet fans again soon with a highly anticipated performance scheduled for March 21 at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul. Expectations are high, with fans eager to witness the powerful stage energy that has made him a standout performer worldwide.

Once again, Jimin’s No.1 ranking reinforces what fans have believed all along: some stars shine brightest beyond the lens and Jimin is the perfect example.