BTS’s eldest member Jin has jumped onto one of the most viral trends of the moment: the now-infamous “CEO affair kiss cam” that unfolded during a Coldplay concert in Boston. At his recent solo concert “RUNSEOKJIN_EPTOUR_ANAHEIM” in Japan, Jin had the audience roaring with laughter as he staged his own parody of the scandal — complete with invisible HR.
The Global “Kiss Cam Affair” Scandal
On July 16, the CEO and HR Director of U.S. tech company Astronomer, Andy Byron and Kristin Cabot, were caught on the stadium kiss cam at Coldplay’s Gillette Stadium show, cuddling and acting affectionately. The footage quickly went viral, as both were revealed to be married to other people.
The fallout was swift: Byron was suspended from his position, and reports suggest he is currently negotiating his departure from the company. His wife, Megan Kerrigan Byron, deleted “Byron” from her social media handle and deactivated her Facebook page, hinting at personal turmoil.
Jin’s Hilarious Take: CEO Without an HR
Back to Jin’s concert — when fans requested a parody of the viral kiss cam, the worldwide handsome idol didn’t disappoint. Strikingly handsome as ever in his mock “CEO” role, Jin looked around for someone to play the HR character… but finding no one, he ended up hugging the air, drawing laughter from the entire audience.
To top it off, Jin even mimicked the dramatic moment where the real CEO in the viral clip crouched down to hide his face in shame, playing it up with exaggerated body language.
Fans Go Wild Online
The clip of Jin’s parody quickly spread across social media, amassing thousands of views, shares and memes. Fans praised his perfect comic timing and willingness to embrace pop culture humor: “Only Jin can make a cheating scandal this funny”, “He didn’t even need a partner — Jin and the air have better chemistry anyway!”
Comedy Amid Controversy
While the original kiss cam moment sparked backlash and career consequences for the real CEO and HR director, Jin’s lighthearted reenactment provided comic relief — showing his sharp awareness of current trends and his gift for fan service.
With his parody, Jin once again reminded the world why he’s beloved not just as a singer, but as a witty entertainer who knows how to connect with his audience in unforgettable ways.
Sources: K14
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