BTS RM Reveals 660,000 Won Military PX Incident that Broke POS System

BTS leader RM recently shared a humorous anecdote from his military service involving a recruit shopping spree that caused a technical malfunction at the training center. During a live broadcast, RM detailed how lending his credit card to fellow soldiers resulted in a high bill and a summons from commanding officers.

Key Facts

• During a May 20 Weverse live broadcast, RM revealed he lent his credit card to trainees in a neighboring squad for snacks.
• Recruits purchased over 100 items totaling 660,000 KRW (~$507 USD).
• The haul included snail cream, health supplements, and daily necessities.
• The transaction volume caused the PX point-of-sale (POS) terminal to crash, reportedly a first for the Nonsan Training Center.
• Soldiers explained they purchased health supplements as gifts for their parents.
• RM was summoned by his company commander and squad leader to explain the unusual activity.

Key Terms

• PX (Post Exchange): A retail store on military installations selling goods and food to personnel.
• Snail Cream: A popular Korean skincare product often purchased as a gift.
• POS System: A computerized "point of sale" network used to manage sales and inventory.

Key Quote

"I told the kids to buy some snacks, but there were over 100 items on the receipt... In the end, the POS machine broke down, and they said it was a first for the Nonsan Training Center." — RM

Next

• The trainee who made the purchase has personally apologized to RM.
• RM jokingly questioned the trainee on whether purchasing snail cream on his card was excessive.