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- Pink Villa
Are BTS V's opportunities being 'blocked' by HYBE? Fans slam staff's 'unprofessional' action during Paris visit
On July 19, 2025, a candid moment between BTS' V (Kim Taehyung) and fashion icon Anna Wintour created a wave of excitement online. The encounter took place at the Spring/Summer 2026 Celine show during Paris Fashion Week. Wintour personally invited Taehyung to Vogue World: Hollywood, set to take place in Los Angeles on October 26, 2025. In the widely shared clip, Wintour can be heard saying, 'We're hoping that you're coming to our event in Hollywood in October.' Taehyung responded with an enthusiastic 'Wow!' And after some light urging from Wintour, he smiled and said, 'Okay!' She quickly confirmed, 'That's a yes? Excellent! You need to come.' However, before things could be finalized, Taehyung 's manager interrupted with a cautious, 'We'll try to figure out. So, we have a lot of things to work on. We'll let you know.' Wintour simply replied, 'He needs to come,' leaving fans both amused and frustrated. HYBE under fire for alleged overcontrol of BTS' V The video quickly circulated across social media platforms, but it wasn't just the sweet interaction that grabbed attention. Fans turned their focus to the manager's interruption. Many criticised HYBE for micromanaging Taehyung's public appearances. Accusations quickly surfaced online. Fans alleged that HYBE routinely sidelines Taehyung's solo opportunities and often speaks on his behalf during key career moments. Many believe there was no need for the manager to respond, especially when Anna Wintour was extending a personal invitation. They argue Taehyung could have handled it himself, and the interruption felt unnecessary. The incident has left fans frustrated and angry with HYBE. Is Taehyung attending Vogue World? Fans think so While there's been no official confirmation from either BTS or HYBE, fans took matters into their own hands. On July 20, eagle-eyed fans noticed that Lisa Love, Vogue's West Coast Director and contributing editor, had followed V on Instagram. What raised eyebrows was that Lisa doesn't follow any other K-pop idol, only Taehyung. The move comes shortly after his interaction with Wintour. It fueled theories that Taehyung might have privately accepted the invitation or is preparing for something major, like a Vogue cover. About Vogue World: Hollywood Vogue World is returning to the U.S. for its 2025 edition, this time titled Vogue World: Hollywood. Slated for October 26 in Los Angeles, the high-profile event aims to celebrate the intersection of film and fashion. With Taehyung being both a music and fashion icon, fans believe his presence would be a perfect fit. Until an official confirmation drops, ARMY remains on alert. They are hoping that V will walk the carpet at one of fashion's biggest nights.
Time of India
an hour ago
- Time of India
BTS' Jin's viral kiss cam moment: Leaves audience in giggles during Anaheim performance, calls Coldplay's Chris Martin 'his bro'
Jin's imitation of the famous kiss-cam incident from Coldplay Massachusetts drove the internet into a frenzy and caused laughs across the stadium. On June 17 and 18, Jin performed in Anaheim as part of his solo world tour. His compelling vocals, stage presence, and graphics left the audience in awe. The entertaining guessing game he played with fans on the second night, however, was the real highlight. It instantly went viral on social media and brought the house down with laughter. On the second day of the RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR tour in Anaheim, Jin engaged the concertgoers in a game of guessing called Connect Army. The BTS member had to predict a word or phrase that the audience was supposed to act out during the game. The viral kiss-cam event from the recent Coldplay concert in Massachusetts was recreated by one enthusiastic fan. Playing along, Jin instantly grasped what the fan was depicting by imitating the hugging and face-hiding movement on stage. Upon realising the answer, he burst into uncontrollable laughter, shaking his head in amusement and jokingly asking, "He's my bro?" He made the statement since Coldplay and BTS members are known to have a close, brotherly relationship. Jin uttered the answer, Coldplay, out loud as fans applauded in agreement to his question. Jin and the audience both laughed uncontrollably during the game, which made it a memorable occasion. Fans were particularly amused by Jin's quick wit and awareness of current viral trends, which allowed him to guess the reference with ease. A surprising kiss cam scene during Coldplay's performance in Massachusetts made the show a viral event. A couple, later revealed to be Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and HR Chief Kristin Cabot, were shown cuddling up together on the jumbotron during the Gillette Stadium performance. Taken by surprise, they quickly separated and tried to hide their faces. That's when Chris Martin chimed in with his signature humor, saying, 'Oh look at these two, either they're having an affair or they're very shy,' sending fits of laughter among the audience.k
Pink Villa
2 hours ago
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Amitabh Bachchan's Don director Chandra Barot passes away at 86: Farhan Akhtar, Kunal Kohli pay tribute
Veteran filmmaker Chandra Barot passed away at the age of 86. He left for a heavenly abode in Mumbai on Sunday. Best known for directing the 1978 cult classic Don, starring Amitabh Bachchan, Barot was undergoing treatment at a hospital in the city. Chandra Barot was battling a health condition Chandra Barot, who was admitted to Guru Nanak Hospital in Bandra, died due to a health condition. According to a report by The Times of India, Chandra Barot's wife, Deepa Barot, confirmed the news of his demise. She shared that the late filmmaker had been battling pulmonary fibrosis for the last seven years. Farhan Akhtar and Kunal Kohli offer condolences Farhan Akhtar took to Instagram to share a few pictures of Chandra Barot. One of them features Barot with Amitabh Bachchan. The old picture is presumably from the sets of the 1978 film, Don. Akhtar penned a heartfelt note for the late filmmaker. "Saddened to learn that the director of the OG Don is no more. RIP Chandra Barot-ji. Deepest condolences to the family," he wrote in the caption. It is worth noting that Farhan Akhtar directed a modern adaptation of Chandra Barot's original film, Don, also titled Don, in 2006. Filmmaker Kunal Kohli also paid a tribute to Chandra Barot on social media. Kunal recalled working with him as an assistant director in a film, Boss, which was never made. In his tweet, Kohli called Barot a 'remarkably sharp man' and a 'lovely person'. The Hum Tum director also remembered his interaction with the late filmmaker. "Chandra ji RIP sir. The only director I assisted. Not in Don. For a film with Vinod Khanna called Boss that never saw the light of day. But what am enriching experience working with him. Heard so many BTS stories of Don. I sided bunk college and assist Chandraji," he wrote in his tweet. "Remarkably sharp man. Lovely person. Has very enlightening and fun chats with him. Thank you sir for giving us #Don indian cinemas most stylish films to date," Kohli added. Chandra Barot's work front Apart from directing Don, Chandra Barot is remembered for his association with the late veteran actor Manoj Kumar in the 1970s. Barot worked as an assistant director on films such as Purab Aur Pachhim, Yaadgaar, Shor, and Roti Kapada Aur Makaan.
