BTS’s Jungkook has been selected as the featured subject for the 2026 series of ‘Brain Candy Books,’ an educational series aimed at elementary school students in the United States. This remarkable achievement makes Jungkook the first Korean singer to be included in the series, standing alongside global icons such as Dua Lipa, Selena Gomez, and Cristiano Ronaldo.
The book delves into Jungkook’s life philosophy, his inspiring journey of growth, and his stellar solo career. Renowned publication Rolling Stone has hailed Jungkook as “one of the greatest singers in history,” describing him as a “naturally gifted talent” and “THE FACE OF BTS.” The ‘Brain Candy Books’ series further proclaims, “Beyond BTS, Jungkook is a solo superstar!” echoing the worldwide sentiment that “Jungkook is extraordinary!”
Further underscoring his unparalleled success, the book highlights Jungkook as the first Korean solo artist to chart seven songs on the prestigious Billboard ‘Hot 100.’ It also prominently features his official soundtrack, ‘Dreamers,’ for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, along with his historic performance at the opening ceremony.
Cementing his status as a ‘social media superstar,’ the publication details his impressive records across platforms like Pinterest, Google, and Weverse, alongside his phenomenal TikTok hashtag milestones in 2024. Jungkook is notably the sole K-pop artist included in the ‘Top 25 Most Famous People in the World,’ a list featuring influential figures from diverse fields, and also appeared on AOL’s ‘Top 15 Most Famous People’ globally.
