* Information
"Jungkook, whose real name is Jeon Jeong-guk, is the lead vocalist, dancer, and rapper of the South Korean musical band, Bangtan Boys or BTS.
*Quick Facts
Birthday: September 1, 1997 (23)
Nationality: South Korean
Also Known As: Jeon Jungkook, Jeon Jeong-Guk, JK
Golden Maknae, Goldman, cookie
Born In: Busan, South Korea
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birth Flower: Tiger Flower (Tiger Lily)
* "Tiger Lily: Symbol of Wealth, Positivity and Pride
These spotty lilies are associated with wealth and pride. Because of its vibrant colours, it symbolises positivity and confidence. Tiger lilies come in different variations of orange hues which makes it so vivacious!
* "As you know, the flower tattoo on Jungkook's forearm is 'Tiger Flower' which is his birth flower. Tiger flower's flower language is 'Please love me.
Career
At the age of 13, Jungkook gave the audition for the television talent show ‘Superstar K’ but was rejected. Fortunately, on his way home, he got offers from eight different talent agencies. He was soon signed by Big Hit Entertainment. Aged 14, Jungkook learned dance from Movement Lifestyle. In the year 2013, he became a part of BTS and released his debut song ‘No More Dream’ for the album ‘2 Cool 4 Skool’. After this, Jungkook, along with his band mates, released several hit albums and songs. The band has also done innumerable stage shows and has even toured across several countries.
The band’s success can be perceived from the massive fan following and international popularity it has received. Note that the boy band has also been honoured with several awards till date. Some of the awards it has earned are Melon Music Award, Golden Disk Award, Seoul Music Award and Bonsang Award, to name a few.
Coming to Jungkook’s solo projects, he collaborated with some other Korean singers as well as political leaders for the song ‘One Dream One Korea’. This song depicts the relationship between South Korea and North Korea and the longing for the unification of the two nations. Also, Jungkook was featured in Jo Kwon’s music video ‘I'm Da One’ in 2012.
Jungkook has appeared in many TV shows as well. He appeared in three episodes of ‘BTS China Job’ in 2014. Two years later, he did a few TV projects including, ‘Flower Boy Bromance’, ‘Special MC in Music Core’, and ‘National Idol Singing Contest’. Also in 2016, the singer cum dancer became a part of the ‘Flower Crew’ reality program along with the likes of Jo Se-ho, Yoo Byung-jae, and Ki Min-seok.
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