BTS leader Kim Namjoon (RM) faced controversy after a photo of him in his military uniform surfaced online, showing a badge with a symbol resembling a swastika. Some netizens mistakenly linked it to the Nazi symbol,

BTS star Kim Namjoon aka RM faces unexpected controversy. Netizens clash over a symbol on singer's military uniform. Badge symbol confuses many, sparks 'Nazi' controversy. RM is currently serving in the military.

BTS’ RM finds himself in the middle of an online tussle over the symbol on his military uniform. Details inside.

Reportedly, the symbol represents the feet or footprints of Buddha and is often included at the beginning or end of inscriptions.