The documentary film RM: Right People, Wrong Place will be released on December 5, 2024, in cinemas across Indonesia. Before its global release, the film was showcased at the 19th Jogja-NETPAC Asia Film Festival (JAFF). This documentary highlights the journey of RM, the leader of BTS, as he released his second solo album Right People, Wrong Place in 2023. For K-pop fans, especially ARMY, the name RM is already well-known. As the leader of the phenomenally popular South Korean group BTS, RM is not only recognized as a talented rapper but also as a poet and deep thinker. Below is a complete review of the documentary film RM: Right People, Wrong Place by RM of BTS.
According to IMDb, Kim Nam Joon shares his feelings as a 30-year-old idol with his fans, allowing the audience to experience both the worries and happiness that RM has gone through.
Synopsis of ‘Right People, Wrong Place’
In the documentary RM: Right People, Wrong Place, we are invited to get a closer look at the person behind the stage name RM. The film not only features behind-the-scenes footage of the recording process and music video production, but it also includes an exclusive interview with RM. During the interview, RM openly shares his feelings, thoughts, and inspirations that shaped the creation of his album. One of the main themes explored in the film is RM’s search for his identity as an artist. Throughout his creative process, RM often questions his identity, both as the leader of BTS, as a solo artist, and as an individual.
The documentary also highlights RM’s intense and deeply personal creative process. RM is deeply involved in the writing of lyrics and the composition of music, and he also participates in the overall music production process. As a public figure constantly under the spotlight, RM also faces internal conflicts. The film RM: Right People, Wrong Place candidly portrays RM’s struggle with the pressure and expectations of the public. This 80-minute film will be distributed to 3,000 screens globally.
Profile of RM BTS
RM, whose real name is Kim Nam Joon, was born on September 12, 1994. According to Asian Wiki, RM is a member of the popular K-pop group BTS and holds the position of leader and rapper. Under the management of HYBE Labels, BTS’s career has grown rapidly. Since their debut in South Korea in 2013, RM has been actively releasing songs with BTS. He also began his solo career in 2022, starting with the album Indigo. This album contains 10 songs, with collaborations from various artists such as HONNE, Jo Yujin, Colde, Tablo, and others. Prior to this, RM had released mixtapes since 2015 and is known for his passion for producing music. Many of the songs he writes are his own creations.
Before debuting as a member of BTS, RM went through several years of training, during which he learned to become an idol and develop his musical skills. In 2013, RM officially began his music career as part of BTS, debuting with the song “No More Dream” under Big Hit Entertainment. BTS then continued to release albums and songs every year. Their popularity began to rise significantly in 2015 with the release of The Most Beautiful Moment in Life (Part 1). This album marked the turning point where BTS gained recognition as a leading K-pop idol group. BTS’s fame grew even further with the release of the hit single “Blood Sweat & Tears,” which went viral and gained millions of views. BTS is now one of the most popular K-pop groups internationally, and each of its members, including RM, has successfully debuted as solo artists.
RM began his solo career in 2022 with the release of the full album Indigo. This album features 10 tracks, including collaborations with other artists. RM is currently serving his mandatory military service, which he started in December 2023, and he will complete it in 2025.
Thus, the documentary RM: Right People, Wrong Place offers an insightful and intimate look at RM’s journey. It will be released in Indonesian cinemas on December 5, 2024.
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