Jungkook of BTS follows AC Bonifacio on TikTok

On March 17, 2026, BTS member Jungkook followed Filipino actress and dancer AC Bonifacio on TikTok, creating excitement across Philippine media outlets. The news was reported by major Philippine news organizations including GMA Network, Philippine Daily Inquirer, and ABS-CBN, with all sources describing it as a "fangirl's dream" come true for Bonifacio. AC Bonifacio, a Kapamilya star known from Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition (where she was first evicted with partner Ashley Ortega) and a guest role in the series Lolong, shared her excitement on X (formerly Twitter) by posting screenshots of the follow.

Bonifacio expressed her joy on social media, writing: "GOODMORNING NAMAN SAYO JUNGKOOK. BYE I CAN DIE NOW JOKE LANG BYE MAGTTIKTOK AKO." She revealed that Jungkook has been her bias (favorite member) since 2017 and added, "Ohmy. Thank you po, hi po I'm AC." The timing of this interaction coincides with BTS's upcoming activities, including their first group album "Arirang" since 2022, which was scheduled for release on March 20, 2026.

The news broke as BTS was preparing for their Seoul comeback event "BTS The City Arirang Seoul," which included a performance at Gwanghwamun on March 21, 2026, to be streamed on Netflix. This marked a significant moment for the group's return to activities after their military service hiatus. AC Bonifacio's reaction highlighted the global reach of BTS's influence and the personal impact such interactions can have on fans, even those who are celebrities themselves.

No official statement was released by Jungkook or BTS's management regarding the follow, but the action itself generated significant buzz among Filipino ARMYs (BTS fans) and entertainment circles. The incident demonstrates how social media interactions between global superstars and local celebrities can create viral moments that bridge international fandoms and local entertainment scenes. The follow occurred during a period of heightened anticipation for BTS's comeback activities following their military service completion.