BTS held concerts for their ARIRANG world tour at Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany, on July 11 and 12 (local time). Allianz Arena, the home stadium of Bayern Munich, officially announced the schedule for the two concerts on its website. Each night is estimated to have drawn around 70,000 fans, once again demonstrating the unwavering love and support local fans have for the group.
Meanwhile, BTS showcased outstanding live vocals, world-clαѕѕ stage presence, and boundless energy throughout the two-hour performances, delivering a concert that was both musically spectacular and emotionally unforgettable. Beyond their performances, the members also won fans over with their charming and humorous attempts to communicate, their friendly interactions, and their willingness to make every fan feel included despite the language barrier.
One of the most memorable fan-service moments came when V α¢¢ι∂єитally "revealed" RM's new tattoo, finally giving fans the answer to a mystery they had been speculating about for weeks!
Specifically, during their performance of "Idol," as the members walked around the stadium greeting fans, V appeared to be especially excited. He ran all over the stage, waved enthusiastically at the crowd, and playfully splashed water on his fellow members. RM became one of his "victims," leaving nearly half of the leader's back soaked.
More importantly, RM's wet shirt clung tightly to his body and became slightly see-through, unintentionally revealing the outline of a tattoo on his shoulder blade. This was the same tattoo that had sparked widespread discussion among fans following BTS's concert in Brussels, Belgium, not long ago. At the time, only a small portion of the design could be seen peeking out from beneath RM's sleeve, leading many to believe it was a trident-like symbol. However, the moment in Munich finally revealed the truth: RM's tattoo is actually a tree.
The moment RM's tattoo was revealed quickly spread across social media, going viral and drawing excited reactions from fans around the world. One fan offered the following interpretation of its meaning: "Tree tattoos symbolize growth, strength, resilience, and a connection to nature. Because trees endure harsh seasons, shed their leaves, and regrow them, they represent personal transformation, endurance, and the cyclical nature of life—and that's what Namjoon is all about in this new chapter of his life and career. IT'S RM 2.0."
Another fan agreed, writing: "Oh my God, that's exactly what I thought too... It's a tree. NAMU. In most of his older posts, he shared photos of leafless trees, barren trees in winter, and only occasionally trees in spring." For RM, winter trees have never symbolized decline. Instead, they represent quietly gathering strength, enduring harsh conditions, and patiently waiting to bloom again when spring arrives. Fans believe this philosophy is reflected throughout his solo works, particularly Indigo and, more recently, Right Place, Wrong Person.
Meanwhile, other fans offered various interpretations of their own. One claimed that: "The tattoo is "Life Peace Pattern." Designed by SKs most influential graphic designer & typographer. It reflects the Buddhist philosophy that all humans, animals, plants, nature, and the cosmos - are connected, mutually dependent, and share an = status of existence." The other points that: "Five branches of this tree represent the absolute balance of life as five elements blend into one: Earth forms the roots for stability, Water turns to sap to nourish emotions, Fire brings the energy that drives growth, Air shapes the foliage for connection, and Spirit guides the tree's crown toward the vast cosmos".
On the other hand, RM is well known for his love of nature, especially his pαѕѕion for growing and caring for bonsai trees. His slow-paced lifestyle—taking walks, riding his bicycle, visiting museums, and immersing himself in nature—even inspired the widely recognized term "Namjooning," which fans use to describe a peaceful way of living and appreciating life's simple pleasures. RM himself also frequently uses the tree emoji in his social media posts.
For that reason, when V α¢¢ι∂єитally revealed RM's new tattoo during the spontaneous moment on stage in Munich, fans almost immediately agreed that no symbol could better represent Kim Namjoon than a tree. More than just body art, the tattoo feels like a personal statement—a reflection of who he is, the values he lives by, and the journey he has taken, and will continue to take.
Following the reveal of RM's new tattoo, fans couldn't hide their excitement and flooded social media with enthusiastic reactions: "D*mn, send this person to film school! They were right on the mark!!!", "Namu get a namu? OMG", "Looks like his skin just got an extra track on the playlist", "That is so him. I love it!", "Strength, endurance, resilience, and growth.. exactly, that's him", "Tae seemed purposefully pour water. Thank you Taetae", "Namjoon never misses with the symbolism",...
