Global Pop Icon Jungkook Graces Historic Multi-Edition Rolling Stone Covers
BTS member Jung Kook has become the first K-pop soloist to front the cover of Rolling Stone UK, a global exclusive presented across three distinct print editions for the UK, Japan, and South Korea.
The multiple covers were officially unveiled on December 8, 2025, sparking immediate and powerful global interest from fans and collectors alike.
The collaboration marks a historic first for the iconic music magazine, coordinating a joint project across its UK, South Korean, and Japanese titles, with the exclusive interview and feature also published digitally in India, France, Brazil, the Philippines, and China. Each print edition offers a unique visual
Aesthetic and cover photo:
UK Edition (February/March 2026): Features the pop icon in a sharp, tailored suit, available now for pre-order.
Japan Edition (February 2026): Offers two different covers one showcasing a black leather jacket look and the other an open beige shirt and includes a luxurious 24-page photo and interview spread, set for release on December 25, 2025.
South Korea Edition (December 16, 2025): Displays a striking, shirtless look with a gray blazer and chain necklace.
The Artist's Drive and BTS's Future In his first and only solo interview this year, Jung Kook opened up about his journey, artistry, and vision for the future. He emphasized his desire to be an artist who "doesn't get dragged by the flow, but creates the flow," a testament to his ambition to remain limitless.
The feature also highlights his record-breaking year, which solidified his status as the most-streamed K-pop solo artist of all time, with his solo single "Seven" surpassing an monumental 2.5 billion streams on Spotify.
The timing of the cover story builds anticipation as BTS prepares for their full-group comeback in the spring of 2026, following the completion of all members' mandatory military service.
With the members having begun working on new music together since July 2025, the global music industry is closely watching their every move as they prepare for a grand return to the world stage.
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