BTS’s Jimin shocked fans with a haunting confession about his extreme diet in 2018.
During the Burn the Stage documentary, Jimin revealed he ate just one meal a day for 10 days straight while prepping for a comeback. The harsh diet was driven by intense pressure over his appearance on camera.
Jimin admitted feeling so self-conscious he risked his health. The strict regimen reportedly caused fainting spells in dance practice. Fans noticed his frame thinning and facial features becoming sunken during performances.
Jimin’s confession exposed the brutal beauty standards idols face, even at BTS’s peak global fame. At the time, they were promoting hits like “Blood Sweat & Tears,” making the pressure all the more intense.
“I had gone 10 days eating just one meal each day,” Jimin said quietly on camera.
Since then, he has talked about finding balance and focusing on health and self-acceptance. While still training and dieting hard, Jimin now promotes a healthier relationship with his body.
This story remains a stark example of K-pop’s extreme physical demands — showing even global stars struggle behind the scenes.
