Rosa Gulliver of TINYGMUSIC | 3rd September 2024VENTEEN
RM of pop icons BTS is set to unveil his new solo documentary film RM: Right People, Wrong Place, officially selected to premiere in the 'Open Cinema' section of the 29th BUSAN International Film Festival (BIFF).
RM: Right People, Wrong Place IS THE FIRST FILM FOCUSING ON A K-POP ARTIST OFFICIALLY SELECTED FOR THE ‘OPEN CINEMA’ SECTION AT ASIA’S LARGEST FILM FESTIVAL
Produced by HYBE and distributed by CJ 4DPLEX, RM: Right People, Wrong Place chronicles the eight months leading up to RM’s military enlistment after the release of his first solo album Indigo (December 2022). Closely following the creation of his second solo album Right Place, Wrong Person (May 2024), the film puts a spotlight on the creative powerhouse's journey of self-discovery as he channels his experiences and emotions into an album that showcases his distinctive sensibility and beliefs through a candid portrayal of feeling like a stranger, out of place.
Directed by Lee Seokjun, who has also produced BTS bandmate J-Hope's music videos for "Arson" and "MORE," the film takes viewers through Seoul, Tokyo, and London—cities where RM captured the essence of the album’s visuals, including concept photos and music videos—providing an in-depth look into his creative vision. The various backdrops and diverse artistic collaborations offer an evocative glimpse into his introspection and growth adding depth to the maze-like exploration of RM’s identity as both BTS’s leader and the individual Kim Namjoon (RM’s given name).
THE FILM FOLLOWS RM’S JOURNEY OF SELF-DISCOVERY DURING THE CREATION OF HIS SECOND SOLO ALBUM, Right Place, Wrong Person
Set to premiere in BIFF’s ‘Open Cinema’ section—which highlights new works of artistic excellence and broad international appeal—through a large-scale outdoor screening at the Busan Cinema Center, RM: Right People, Wrong Place achieves a significant milestone as the first film focusing on a K-pop artist to be officially selected for the ‘Open Cinema’ section at Asia's largest film festival.
The premiere of RM: Right People, Wrong Place will be followed by a global theatrical release scheduled for later this year.
About RM of BTS
RM (Kim Namjoon) is a South Korean rapper, songwriter, music producer, and the leader of 21st century pop icons BTS. His discography includes solo mixtapes RM (March 2015) and mono. (October 2018), as well as solo albums Indigo (December 2022) and Right Place, Wrong Person (May 2024), which showcase his remarkable versatility across genres. As a creative powerhouse and avid art enthusiast, RM is renowned for crafting profound lyrics often inspired by various art forms. His flexible and philosophical approach to music and ability to push creative boundaries with cutting-edge collaborations has led him to work with a diverse range of artists, including Erykah Badu, Anderson .Paak, Lil Nas X, HONNE, Mahalia, and more.
About BTS
BTS, an acronym of Bangtan Sonyeondan or “Beyond the Scene,” are a GRAMMY-nominated South Korean boyband that has been capturing the hearts of millions of fans globally since their debut in June 2013. The members of BTS are RM, Jin, SUGA, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook. Gaining recognition for their authentic and self-produced music, top-notch performances, and the way they interact with their fans, the band has established themselves as 21st century pop icons breaking countless world records. While imparting a positive influence through activities such as the LOVE MYSELF campaign and the UN ‘Speak Yourself’ speech, the band has mobilized millions of fans across the world (named ARMY), collected six No.1 Billboard Hot 100 singles since 2020, and performed multiple sold-out stadium shows across the world. They were also named TIME’s Entertainer of the Year 2020. BTS are 5-time GRAMMY nominees (63rd to 65th GRAMMY Awards) and have been recognized with numerous prestigious awards like the Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards (Artist of the Year 2021) and MTV Video Music Awards.
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