BTS RM Aka Kim Namjoon Birthday: Not a Pop Icon, Global Superstar’s Dad Wanted His Brilliant Son To Join THIS Industry

BTS leader RM aka Kim Namjoon has turned 30. Born on September 12, 1994 in Seoul, he spent his childhood in Ilsan, a town that played a role in shaping his personality. RM has said that while he was not sure about pursuing a career in music since childhood, he knew he wished to be a poet. Self-expression, creativity and art interested him since childhood. He was an exceptional student so when he decided to become an idol, his parents did feel a tinge of disappointment. Similar to desi parents, they too had hopes that their son would pursue medical, engineering or business. BTS RM Aka Kim Namjoon Birthday: From Mixtapes to KAWS Love, Here Are a Few Lesser-Known Facts About K-Pop Rapper. 

 BTS RM Was Blessed With Incredibly Supportive Parents

BTS leader Kim Namjoon aka RM's father worked in SK Energy. It is one of the biggest power conglomerates in the country. He revealed this on the Psick Show to Mukgo. The host's father was also in a top position in the company. Namjoon's dad wanted his son to major in chemical engineering so that he could join the oil and gas industry. His dad is also a chemical engineer. He felt the petroleum industry is lucrative, and RM aka Kim Namjoon could have a good future.

RM Aka Kim Namjoon Is a Doting Son to His Parents

Kim Namjoon's mother was also hesitant about her son's decision to be a rapper and musician. But he assured his mamma that he would be the best in whatever he did in life. And boy, he proved himself and how. When they saw their son struggling in the early days of Big Hit Music, they once asked him to leave that and resume his studies. Given how brilliant he was, they felt their son deserved better than such an arduous struggle. His mother is a real estate agent. Unlike many idols, RM aka Kim Namjoon's family was relatively well-off. From a good apartment to vacations in the US, he lived well as a child. Happy Birthday, RM! From Cool and Casual Style to High-Fashion Sensation, BTS’ Leader Kim Namjoon’s Fashion Lookbook Is a Visual Treat (See Pictures).

The BTS frontman is known as a doting son. He has said everyone envies his parents because of how much he pampers them. BTS ARMY is celebrating the day with edits, wishes, and birthday projects for their beloved leader, Kim Namjoon!

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