Becoming a public figure means that many aspects of your life are no longer private. From your work, appearance, and behavior to even the most ordinary everyday moments, everything can become a topic of discussion on social media. Although the law protects every individual's right to privacy, the reality is that almost every move celebrities make is placed under the public's microscope.

This is one of the harshest downsides of the entertainment industry, and celebrities have little choice but to learn how to live with it. However, after enduring constant scrutiny and endless judgment for years, even idols known for their calm and gentle personalities, like the members of BTS, have had moments when they finally spoke out.

RM has repeatedly expressed his frustration toward people who constantly speculate about his private life or try to interfere with his and the group's personal choices. At the same time, he has also made his stance clear by saying, "Haters gonna hate, players gonna play." Jungkook also spoke candidly during a livestream after repeatedly receiving comments criticizing him and interfering with his personal life, saying, "I wish people wouldn't tell me what to do."

Meanwhile, SUGA—who has personally experienced the intense public scrutiny that comes with being an idol, particularly in the aftermath of his 2024 DUI incident—shared his own surprisingly composed perspective on dealing with it. During a conversation with Rolling Stone senior writer Brian Hiatt, the interviewer asked him, “Is the scrutiny difficult? There are things that might be small for someone else that are a big deal in your context. Is knowing that that’s the way you have to operate tough?”

Facing the question, SUGA responded with surprising calmness, saying that it is an inevitable part of being an idol, even if it can sometimes be inconvenient. “I mean, it’s just part of the job,” he replied. “My job is to live within the eyes of the public. Sometimes, I guess, it’s not convenient. It’s not convenient, but I don’t care how others see me, and I never read others’ opinions about me. So I don’t think it’s particularly tough.”

When asked about the hardships of working as an idol—especially as someone who primarily raps and produces hip-hop music—SUGA further reflected on his early days. He shared: “I was making music in Daegu before I came up to Seoul, and back then I didn’t really understand idol groups. But then once I joined one … I learned that it’s a lot of work, it gets super busy, and it’s not easy at all. Now that I’m used to it, I think I’m actually a good fit for this job."

He also spoke about his changing mindset when comparing the past and present. In the past, he admitted to living in a highly competitive state, even sacrificing emotions and health in pursuit of goals. Now, however, SUGA chooses a more relaxed approach: "We can relax a little, especially since we’re all older. So I think we can have more fun with it now."

The conversation between Brian Hiatt and SUGA was more than just another entertainment interview—it reflected the maturity of an artist who has experienced both the highs and lows of global fame. The most significant change lies in the way he now defines success. Instead of seeing a superstar struggling under the spotlight, we see a calm and self-αѕѕured SUGA who understands his own worth and knows how to sustain a long-term career in one of the world's most demanding industries.

Fans widely praised SUGA’s mindset, commenting: "I wish I could achieve this level of unbotheredness", "Oooh SUGA, you're an inspiration", "Remind me again the first group video interview when others answer NO whether they checked the comments or not and only joonie says sometimes", "We have one life so live it as you wish with dignity and happiness. Everything else around you are background noise", "King behavior and mentality", "My idgaf king oh I love his mindset",...

It is precisely because of this calm mindset, confidence in their own values, and ability to stand firm in the face of constant judgment that BTS has been able to remain at the top for so many years, despite the immense pressures of the entertainment industry!