Jin of BTS revealed behind-the-scenes stories from filming the “Don’t Say You Love Me” MV on SBS PowerFM’s Wendy’s Young Street on May 17. The song is the title track of his second mini-album, Echo.
Jin rated his acting humbly. “I’d give myself a 1.2 out of 10,” he said.
“It was my first time acting with someone outside BTS, so I was clueless on set,” Jin shared. “I felt sorry but grateful to Shin Se-kyung.”
The “Don’t Say You Love Me” MV has been praised for its emotional storytelling. It portrays a couple on the verge of separation despite lingering love.
Shin Se-kyung’s performance and Jin’s raw vulnerability captivated fans. Their chemistry stood out.
Citing Kbzoom, Jin described challenges in tough scenes. “There was a part where I had to shout, but I struggled,” he recalled.
“Shin Se-kyung mouthed the lines silently to guide me,” Jin added. “She helped me so well!”
Host Wendy praised Jin’s effort. “I thought it was amazing—definitely a 10 out of 10,” she said.
Jin shared a moment from a confrontation scene. “I told Shin to pretend to hit me, and I’d block—it looked great on screen,” he noted.
Despite claiming he’s “not an actor,” Jin’s emotional delivery resonated widely. “Expressing emotions was tough and didn’t come easily,” he admitted.
Jin’s hard work paid off. The MV solidified his versatility as an artist.
