As the third boy group to debut under BigHit Music after BTS and TXT, Cortis has attracted great attention since their debut. Not only because of their prestigious starting point, but also because the group carries the expectation of becoming worthy successors of their seniors BTS.

Meanwhile, as direct juniors in the same company, it is not surprising to see Cortis showing great admiration and respect for their seniors BTS. But what is notable is that the affection they give to the group is no less pαѕѕionate than that of a longtime fan.

In many interviews since their debut, the members have often mentioned BTS members as their role models and even revealed that they are the inspiration that urged them to pursue the idol dream and join Big Hit Music. A typical example is Cortis’s leader Martin, who always talks about how deeply RM has influenced him.

"I’ve been deeply influenced by BTS’s leader, RM sunbaenim…One day, RM sunbaenim told me, “When the members are exhausted, it’s the leader’s role to help bring their energy back up.” I’ve kept those words close to my heart ever since. I also can’t forget soмєтнing he once said in an interview I happened to watch: “The leader’s seat is just the farthest spot at the end of the trophy. Without the team, success could never have been achieved”, Martin recalled.

Similarly to Martin, James – one of the group’s outstanding vocals and dancers – could not hide his admiration for Jimin, also declaring that he is the one who guided his career. In an interview with W кσяєα, James touched fans’ hearts when recalling the encounter: "The moment I saw BTS Jimin sunbaenim’s "Serendipity" stage, it felt like the dream of becoming an idol blossomed clearly within me".

That moment urged James, changed his thinking, and led him to decide to try auditioning to join HYBE. It can be said that without the inspiration from that stage, perhaps today there would not be a James of Cortis.

The male idol born in 200x also revealed another interesting detail: "My mom’s actually a fan of BTS, esp Jimin (laughs)—so when I joined the label and first saw him, it didn’t feel real and was just so amazing." This honest yet humorous sharing made fans even more delighted and gave more affection to the young talent.

It can be seen that, for James, Jimin is not simply an idol or a role model in the profession. He is both the one who sowed the seed of the dream and the driving force that helped James dare to step out of his comfort zone to challenge himself in a harsh environment like K-pop. From this story, fans can better understand why Cortis often expresses deep gratitude to BTS – the seniors who not only lit the flame but also became the spiritual springboard for the junior generations.

In addition, from the story of James or Martin, it is also clear how influential BTS superstars are to young people, especially the new generation of idols.
Fans on social media could not help but be excited about the stories between seniors and juniors and expressed great pride in Jimin and BTS:

- BTS is the idol of idol. So proud of what our boys have done for this world

- Once again, Park Jimin’s artistry continues to inspire idols. I love seeing that my artist is muse of inspiration and a great example to follow. Always proud of Jimin! The true "idol of idols"

- As someone who discovered Jimin through Serendipity I'm so happy when I see artists being inspired by the song

- Jimin stands as the ultimate “Idol of Idols”a title he has rightfully earned through his unparalleled talent, breathtaking artistry, and far-reaching influence. With every performance, he sets the standard for excellence, inspiring not only millions of fans but also countless fellow artists who admire and look up to him. His presence is magnetic, his artistry timeless, and his impact undeniable—making him the very definition of what an idol should be

- Once again, Jimin’s artistry continues to inspire idols. I love seeing that my artist is muse of inspiration and a great example to follow. The true "idol of idols"

- I only follow BTS and now Cortis on weverse, that's how good they are overall, my heart is really touched rn

- This first time i see any kpop group who appreciate again and again BTS

- James being inspired by Jimin’s ‘Serendipity’ stage is the sweetest thing ever 

- Like mother, like son… James’ mom being a Jimin fan is the cutest detail lol