7 things to know about BTS V as he returns from the military
He is interested in art and photography
Above BTS V and his love for photography (Photo: All Kpop website)
V is known for his deep interest in art and photography. One of his favourite photographers is the Sydney-based minimalist photographer, Ante Badzim. He also enjoys going to art galleries, like the Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art in New York City and the Art Institute of Chicago. He loves wearing luxury brands
Above BTS V wearing Gucci for Season's Greetings 2021 (Photo: Weverse)
Above BTS V wearing a Celine t-shirt during his free time, going on a Weverse live (Photo: Weverse)
Known for his vintage, boyish charm, Gucci and Celine have been the perfect complement to V's style. V often brings his Gucci bag to the airport during tours, wearing vibrant, printed suits from the illustrious brand. In more casual moments, he is often seen wearing T-shirts from Celine to unwind after a long day.
More from Tatler: Exploring 5 style moments that set Jin of BTS apart He is a fan of jazz music
Above BTS V performing jazz music for Festa 2023 (Photo: Youtube / Bangtan TV)
According to the members of BTS, V enjoys listening to music the most. Jazz is one of his favourite genres to listen to, especially artists like Bing Crosby, Louis Armstrong, Ruben Studdard and Eric Benet. He was also inspired by artists like Sammy Davis, Jr, for his performance in Dynamite . During the Festa celebration in 2023, V unveiled a live performance of jazz music for fans to enjoy. He's acted in a K-drama
Above BTS V making his acting debut in Hwarang (Photo: Soompi Website)
He debuted as an actor in late 2016 through the historical drama Hwarang . The show centred around the experiences of an elite group of young men living in the Silla Kingdom, which lasted from 57 BC to 935 AD. V played the role of Hansung, a naive yet well-intentioned warrior. His baritone voice sets him apart from other K-pop idols
Above BTS V performing songs from his solo project Layover for Tiny Desk Korea (Photo: Youtube / NPR Music)
In an industry dominated by tenors, V has one of the most distinctive baritone voices, adding vocal richness to BTS's songs. One example is his solo song Singularity from the Love Yourself: Tear album. Still, he wows audiences with his impressive range, hitting high notes in ballads like The Truth Untold or gritty tracks like Danger . He loves having pet dogs
Above BTS V and his beloved teacup Pomeranian Yeontan, promoting V's solo album Layover (Photo: Weverse)
Throughout his life, V has had a wide range of pets, including a white dog named Soonshim who stays with his parents. His most famous pet is Yeontan, a black teacup Pomeranian who even became the cover of V's first solo album, Layover . Upon Yeontan's recent passing, ARMYs shared in Taehyung's mourning over his beloved pet.
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7 things to know about BTS V as he returns from the military
He is interested in art and photography Above BTS V and his love for photography (Photo: All Kpop website) V is known for his deep interest in art and photography. One of his favourite photographers is the Sydney-based minimalist photographer, Ante Badzim. He also enjoys going to art galleries, like the Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art in New York City and the Art Institute of Chicago. He loves wearing luxury brands Above BTS V wearing Gucci for Season's Greetings 2021 (Photo: Weverse) Above BTS V wearing a Celine t-shirt during his free time, going on a Weverse live (Photo: Weverse) Known for his vintage, boyish charm, Gucci and Celine have been the perfect complement to V's style. V often brings his Gucci bag to the airport during tours, wearing vibrant, printed suits from the illustrious brand. In more casual moments, he is often seen wearing T-shirts from Celine to unwind after a long day. More from Tatler: Exploring 5 style moments that set Jin of BTS apart He is a fan of jazz music Above BTS V performing jazz music for Festa 2023 (Photo: Youtube / Bangtan TV) According to the members of BTS, V enjoys listening to music the most. Jazz is one of his favourite genres to listen to, especially artists like Bing Crosby, Louis Armstrong, Ruben Studdard and Eric Benet. He was also inspired by artists like Sammy Davis, Jr, for his performance in Dynamite . During the Festa celebration in 2023, V unveiled a live performance of jazz music for fans to enjoy. He's acted in a K-drama Above BTS V making his acting debut in Hwarang (Photo: Soompi Website) He debuted as an actor in late 2016 through the historical drama Hwarang . The show centred around the experiences of an elite group of young men living in the Silla Kingdom, which lasted from 57 BC to 935 AD. V played the role of Hansung, a naive yet well-intentioned warrior. His baritone voice sets him apart from other K-pop idols Above BTS V performing songs from his solo project Layover for Tiny Desk Korea (Photo: Youtube / NPR Music) In an industry dominated by tenors, V has one of the most distinctive baritone voices, adding vocal richness to BTS's songs. One example is his solo song Singularity from the Love Yourself: Tear album. Still, he wows audiences with his impressive range, hitting high notes in ballads like The Truth Untold or gritty tracks like Danger . He loves having pet dogs Above BTS V and his beloved teacup Pomeranian Yeontan, promoting V's solo album Layover (Photo: Weverse) Throughout his life, V has had a wide range of pets, including a white dog named Soonshim who stays with his parents. His most famous pet is Yeontan, a black teacup Pomeranian who even became the cover of V's first solo album, Layover . Upon Yeontan's recent passing, ARMYs shared in Taehyung's mourning over his beloved pet. NOW READ From Kim Chong-hak to Joung Young-ju, discover ten of BTS' RM favourite artists BTS' Jimin's Best Eye Makeup Looks That Prove He Can Rock Any Colour BTS j-hope returns: 7 essential facts about the artist ahead of his first solo tour, 'Hope On The Stage'
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(Photo: / Instagram) BTS's eloquent leader will be discharged on June 10, 2025, after serving in the 15th Infantry Division's military band, a role that merged his artistic identity with national service. His mid-service album Right Place, Wrong Perso n showcased RM's remarkable vulnerability, peaking at number 5 on the Billboard 200, with its alternative soundscape exploring themes of alienation and self-discovery. His documentary RM: Right People, Wrong Plac e premiered at the 2024 Busan International Film Festival, while his performance of 'Spring Day' with military bandmates at the 2024 Family Love Concert became a standout moment, connecting his BTS legacy with his military service. V (Kim Taehyung) Above V's jazz-influenced 'Layover' album peaked at number 2 on the Billboard 200. (Photo: / Instagram) Perhaps the most intriguing service story belongs to V, who chose the elite Special Duty Team of ROK Military Police, an anti-terrorism unit requiring exceptional physical and mental fortitude. Graduating as an elite trainee while simultaneously releasing the jazz-influenced Layover album (which sold over 2.2 million copies and peaked at number 2 on the Billboard 200) showcases his remarkable duality. His digital single 'FRI(END)S', released in March 2024, became a cultural phenomenon, while the mysterious still-to-be-released Rêve project announced in January 2025 has fans speculating wildly. His choice of demanding military service while maintaining artistic output demonstrates the complexity of his identity: equally comfortable in combat training and creating soulful R&B. Jimin (Park Jimin) Above Jimin is the first Korean solo artist to top the Billboard Hot 100 with 'Like Crazy'. (Photo: / Instagram) Jimin's historic achievement as the first Korean solo artist to top the Billboard Hot 100 with 'Like Crazy' occurred just before his December 2023 enlistment alongside Jungkook via the companion soldiers system. His strategic dual-album approach— Face and Muse —provided substantial content for fans throughout his service. 'Who' from Muse spent an unprecedented 33 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100, setting new K-pop records. His pre-recorded Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon performance, aired during his military service, shows how idols can maximise content impact. In January 2025, Jimin penned a heartfelt Weverse letter sharing his military experiences and candid thoughts about returning to performing. Jungkook (Jeon Jungkook) Above The 'Jung Kook: I Am Still The Original' documentary series featured intimate behind-the-scenes content. 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