Suga's Journey from Car Accident to Recovery: A BTS Member's Testimony
Remarkable and resilient, Suga, a member of the iconic South Korean band BTS, has shared his personal struggle with a car accident and the subsequent healing journey. This article delves into the details of his accident in 2012, the surgeries he underwent, and his continued involvement with BTS in 2021.
2012 Car Accident: The Initial Trauma
In 2012, Suga, before his debut with BTS, was involved in a car accident while he was a passenger in a vehicle that collided with another car. The aftermath of this accident proved to be a significant challenge, as Suga endured injuries to his shoulder. This incident marked the beginning of a long road to recovery that would span many years.
2020 Surgical Intervention
Eventually, in 2020, Suga's shoulder injuries reached a point where surgical intervention was deemed necessary. He underwent shoulder surgery in November 2020 to address ongoing issues stemming from the accident. Post-surgery, Suga embarked on a recovery process that involved taking a break from group activities to focus on his rehabilitation.
Recovery and Continued Participation
By 2021, Suga had made considerable progress in his recovery. During this time, he continued to participate in BTS's promotional activities and music production. Although he occasionally mentioned dealing with discomfort in his shoulder, his health remained a topic of interest among fans. Suga was actively involved with BTS, contributing to their music and performances.
Prior Struggles: Financial and Emotional Challenges
However, Suga's journey to recovery did not begin with the car accident. In the early stages of his career, Suga faced significant financial and emotional challenges. He had to work part-time as a delivery guy for Bighit Entertainment secretly to support his studies and tuition. This job was not allowed by the company, but he kept it a secret to avoid being removed as a trainee. That fateful day, the accident occurred while he was delivering. The vehicle hit him, and he sustained a severe injury to his shoulder. Suga remained silent about the incident to avoid being removed as a trainee. To justify his absence from work, he often said he had fallen down the stairs.
Post-Accident Financial Struggles and Recovery
Despite the accident, Suga continued to face financial hardships. He even bought lottery tickets to try to improve his financial situation. After being provided for by Bighit Entertainment, he left his part-time job but kept his injury a secret. The pain from the accident continued to accumulate over the years, and Suga eventually decided to undergo surgery to manage his shoulder pain better.
Conclusion: Recovery and Gratitude
Today, Suga is actively involved with BTS, contributing to their music and performances. His resilience and determination serve as an inspiration to many. Fans continue to support him, and Suga expresses his gratitude for their unwavering support during his recovery journey.
For more detailed information, you can watch the documentary Break the Silence, where Suga shares this experience in his own words.
For further reading and information, you can explore more articles on Suga's journey and BTS's background on BTS's official archive.