‘BTS Home-Cooked Meal’ A Colombian and Korean Grandmother's Embrace at That Restaurant, “Come Again Next Time”
A Colombian grandmother visiting Korea to attend a BTS concert was emotionally moved when she visited a restaurant known for its connection to the band, where she shared a touching moment with the owner, a Korean grandmother.
A 65-year-old Colombian fan of BTS, known as an 'ARMY', recently traveled to South Korea after winning a ticket to a BTS concert. During her visit, she stopped by 'Yujeong Restaurant' in Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam, a place cherished by BTS members during their trainee days as a nostalgic spot for home-cooked meals. This restaurant has become a pilgrimage site for fans who visit Korea, and the emotional connection is evident as she wipes away tears at the sight of the restaurant.
At the restaurant, the owner, Ms. Kang Seon-ja, approached the Colombian grandmother, gifting her various BTS-themed items, which overwhelmed the woman with emotion. The two grandmothers, one from South America and the other from Asia, connected through their shared love for BTS. They embraced each other, bridging cultural gaps and generational differences, which touched the hearts of many fans also present, highlighting the global impact and reach of BTS's music and message.
The touching encounter was captured in a video shared by Netflix Colombia, which described it as a must-see moment for happiness. The video quickly gained traction, with over 830,000 views within a day. The event was part of a promotional campaign to invite international fans to experience BTS's comeback concert firsthand, illustrating the band's ability to unite people across different regions and cultures through their music.