After over two years away from social media due to his mandatory military enlistment, Min Yoongi, better known as Suga of global K-pop sensation BTS, surprised fans with an unexpected Weverse Live session on Sunday, December 29. The session marked Suga’s long-awaited return to interacting with his ARMY, offering fans a rare glimpse into his life post-service.
The live stream started as a casual interaction, with Suga greeting fans warmly and answering messages in real-time. The excitement among viewers quickly grew as Suga shared anecdotes, subtle jokes, and his characteristic laid-back charm. But the moment that truly stole hearts came when a soft “meow” echoed in the background. With a smile lighting up his face, Suga introduced the newest member of his “Boraland Pets” family: Seoltang, affectionately nicknamed “Tang.”
Tang, a black rescue cat, has a special place in Suga’s heart. According to the singer, he adopted the cat two years ago, shortly before beginning his military service. The name Seoltang translates to “sugar” in Korean, and the playful nickname “Tang” reflects the cat’s sweet personality. Fans were delighted by the introduction, flooding the chat with heart emojis and messages of welcome.
This surprise live session is especially significant considering Suga’s recent history. His last live interaction with fans took place in August 2023, just before beginning his 21-month military enlistment. Since then, sightings of Suga or updates about him have been rare, even after he completed his service on June 21, 2025—the last of BTS’ seven members to finish military duty. For many fans, seeing him active online again was a moment of joy and nostalgia.
The live session quickly became a trending topic, with ARMY around the world expressing their excitement across social media platforms. Many fans noted that Suga’s calm and personable demeanor had not changed, and the addition of Tang only added to the heartwarming vibe of the broadcast. The session also offered a glimpse of Suga’s personal life outside of music, showing fans that even amid global fame and military service, he maintains close bonds with his pets.
With BTS now fully active following the completion of all members’ military duties, fans eagerly anticipate more updates from Suga and the group. For now, Tang has stolen the spotlight, serving as both a comforting companion to Suga and a new favorite figure among ARMY.
