Jin’s Seafood Love Reaches Hollywood 🌊🍣
BTS’s Jin, known for his warm humor and down-to-earth charm, took over the kitchen — and the headlines — on the July 20 episode of Please Take Care of My Refrigerator Since 2014 (JTBC). But this time, it wasn’t just about what was in his fridge — it was about how a global superstar introduced one of Korea’s most refreshing dishes to Mission: Impossible legend Tom Cruise.
“I really love mulhoe (물회),” Jin confessed, as the show hosts explored his refrigerator and discovered a surprise: assorted raw fish!
The singer explained that he enjoys cooking, with his food lifestyle broken down into 40% delivery, 50% cooking at home, and 10% dining out. Notably, his deep love for seafood — especially sashimi, sushi, and mulhoe — stood out. “I had it yesterday. I eat it about three times a week,” Jin added with a laugh.
“I’m the President of Mulhoe Promotion” 🥄👑
When host Kim Sung-joo jokingly asked if he was a mulhoe ambassador, Jin didn’t hesitate to play along:
“I actually made that up! I tell everyone about mulhoe. I even shared it with Tom Cruise — and he sent me a video response!”
While the video hasn’t aired publicly, just the idea of Jin introducing this Korean cold spicy raw fish soup to an A-list Hollywood actor sent fans into a frenzy online.
From 냉부해 to Global Buzz 🌏🍽️
Jin’s episode resonated not just because of his candid kitchen habits, but for how he casually merges global influence with authentic Korean culture. His mention of Tom Cruise also sparked fan excitement on social media — proof of his unique power to spread K-culture even during a relaxed talk show appearance.
💡What’s Mulhoe (물회)?
For those unfamiliar, mulhoe is a chilled, spicy raw fish soup — often enjoyed in the summer. It’s a mix of sliced seafood, vegetables, vinegar, gochujang (Korean chili paste), and icy broth. Jin’s passion for this dish, and his mission to share it internationally, just might put mulhoe on global menus!
🔄 Jin’s Global Influence Continues
Even during variety shows, Jin’s blend of humor, culture, and sincerity continues to win hearts. Fans praised his storytelling and cultural pride, with one fan on Weverse commenting,
“Only Jin could casually feed mulhoe to Tom Cruise! 😂”
As Jin continues post-military public activities, fans are eager to see what delicious surprises he’ll serve next — both on-screen and in global diplomacy via Korean cuisine.
Article Source: Baek Ah-young, “방탄소년단 진 ‘톰 크루즈에 물회 추천…인증 영상 받았다’,” iMBC Entertainment, July 20, 2025.
Alt Text: BTS member Jin at the 2018 Seoul Music Awards red carpet.
Caption: Jin at the 2018 Seoul Music Awards, Image via Wikimedia Commons
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