While many other idols choose to maintain a safe and “clean” image to appeal to the general public, Jungkook seems to enjoy experimenting with his appearance. From bold fashion choices and ever-changing hair colors to the intricate tattoos covering one arm, he always finds a way to delight and impress fans with his unconventional look.
Not stopping at his impressive collection of tattoos, Jungkook has recently stirred up a frenzy online with his growing number of piercings in increasingly diverse locations.
Of course, many idols are known for having multiple piercings — Jisoo, for instance, has a total of nine, Lisa has a similar number, and Nayeon has ten. However, most of these idols wear their piercings exclusively on their ears. Jungkook, on the other hand, seems to enjoy going further, sporting piercings on his eyebrow and lips as well.
ARMYs have even discovered that he may have tried to get a piercing in another spot on his face, but was unsuccessful. This speculation arose after photos of him at the airport on the morning of September 11 were shared, when he and j-hope departed for New York for their packed schedule.
Fans who zoomed in on Jungkook’s face noticed two small red marks near the inner corners of his eyes, close to the bridge of his nose. According to fan speculation, Jungkook may have attempted to get a piercing in the delicate skin near his eye — a very sensitive and difficult spot — but removed it due to irritation or swelling. In the end, it appears to have left two tiny scars.
Because the marks still appeared red and were only noticed today, fans believe he may have gotten the piercing quite recently.
Jungkook experimenting with new piercing locations doesn’t come as a surprise. In the past, he ѕнσ¢кed the internet when he debuted an eyebrow piercing, and later kept increasing the number of piercings on his ears and lips.
According to fans’ count, Jungkook currently has at least 13 piercings: 3 on his left ear, 7 on his right ear, and 3 on his lips. If his previous eyebrow piercing is included, that number could reach 14 — a “record” for a male K-pop idol.
Since Jungkook has not mentioned whether he actually attempted a piercing near his eye, fans continue to speculate. Some believe the red spots might just be pimples or unrelated scars, but the majority of netizens are convinced this is the result of a failed piercing attempt:
- Did he tried piercing? Because these red dots are not scratched
- Now I know… piercing gone wrong, it must be uncomfortable so he removed it because these red dots are marks of piercing. Must be painful
- Nah looks like he got a tiny self scratch or tried new piercing and did not work
- The piercing makes so much sense. Poor him
- What is this? Who scratched my Ferrari, Bugatti, and Rolls-Royce again?
- Tattoo? Piercing? Or did some little mosquito bite? I need answers
- I once got a piercing bump just from a regular ear lobe piercing... I can’t imagine how painful that spot near the eye must be. Jungkook is seriously brave
- Wow, I had to take mine out when it got infected on my cartilage. If JK really tried near his eye, that’s next-level dedication
- I wonder if it was bothering him... that area is super sensitive
- Hope it heals well — he always pushes the limits with his style
- He’s so bold! Not everyone would dare to pierce such a tricky spot. Even when it fails, he still looks cool
- This is why Jungkook is the ultimate trendsetter — even a ‘failed’ piercing attempt becomes a hot topic worldwide
Regardless of the truth, this incident once again proves Jungkook’s influence. Just one small detail on his face is enough to make social media “explode,” generating thousands of posts and comments within hours.
