BTS’s RM Faces Backlash Over Comments on Members’ Treatment
BTS’s RM is facing backlash after comments he made about the members’ English skills during a recent live broadcast.
The controversy began when RM explained why BTS skipped the afterparty at the 2026 American Music Awards. He mentioned that some members had difficulty speaking English, which sparked mixed reactions online.
Fans quickly reacted, with some criticizing RM for repeatedly emphasizing the members’ English struggles despite their clear improvements and experience at global events.
“This is like the third twt of him saying ‘members has difficulty in speaking English’ and he keeps emphasising it so much
Does he want to prove something here like only he knows English n stuff”
— @maggthv31
“the way he keeps emphasizing on how other members have difficulties with english like they haven’t been attending foreign events on their own and communicating properly”
— @aurasalad
“Again the English “
— @afro_jimin
Some fans felt RM’s comments implied that members who wanted to attend the afterparty, especially V, were held back due to language barriers. V is known for his love of socializing and is often praised for his communication skills at events.
“I do know nothing about the others but taehyung was and still is the biggest fan and enjoyer of parties, and neither language nor shyness or social anxiety was an obstacle for him
I think it’s time to accept the idea that you seven don’t have to attend every place together”
— @imnotete
“idk if Ill get dragged for this but what’s the need to repeat the same sht again and again, at least Tae has proved he’s able to communicate and connect to people at such events perfectly fine. some of bts are such socially awkward losers, sadly Tae loses opportunities bc of them”
— @ambersthv
As the situation unfolded, other fans defended RM and the group’s decision. They pointed out that the members chose together not to attend the afterparty and that no one was forced to stay behind. This showed their care for each other’s comfort and well-being.
“I don’t understand why tae solos are acting like he was held hostage when he could’ve easily went by himself if he wanted to. What’s stopping him exactly? He just did not want to
But it’s good to see the members deeply understand each other and prioritize their comfort”
— @namgistory
“namjoon said they collectively decided together to not attend the after party of the amas and solos took that as… holding taehyung back???”
— @queenheiwa
“you know the thing that gets me about this they just don’t even consider the idea of splitting up like whoever wanted to go the afterparty could have gone and the others could stay in.. seven men who can’t go anywhere without holding hands truly “
— @innermikrokosmo
BTS recently won multiple awards at the 2026 AMAs, including Artist of the Year and Song of the Summer. Despite the afterparty controversy, the group continues to receive strong support from ARMY worldwide.
Rm is the best part of my life and he is my leadar he teach me love myself I love you rm oppa