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Time of India
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘The Summer I Turned Pretty' season 3: BTS V solo song featured on first episode
' The Summer I Turned Pretty ' season 3 has just dropped, and fans are buzzing with excitement. The new season has brought on a lot of excitement and surprises for fans, especially in the form of music! Further, BTS music's global dominance knows no bounds, and with V's solo song being featured on the show, there is nothing left to question about the influence the group has! BTS V's solo song featured on 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' new season The first two episodes of the hit series dropped on July 16, and while fans were excited for the show, a song featured during one of the scenes took everyone by surprise. V's solo song 'FRI(END)S' was featured as the background music during one of the pivotal romantic scenes in the show. This scene with FRI(END)S by #V as bgm!😭😭 It's like they were made for each other. The perfect match.💅 #tsitp3 #TSITP — TAE CREW ITALYⓥ 💜 ITALY for ⓥ (@TaeCrewItalia) July 16, 2025 The scene showed Steven and Taylor in a romantic setting, which fans thought was the perfect setting to include the song. Fans react As soon as the clip from the show was shared online, fans went into a frenzy over it. One fan commented, 'This is soo cool!! Taehyungie's FRI(END)S keeps conquering the world! The ultimate OST singer (sometimes unintentionally, which only makes it better)', while another shared 'I hope this song achieves more cause it deserves it, this is the song that brought me to Tae'. About 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' season 3 The 3rd season of the beloved American teen show picks up from where the last season ended. Belly had moved on from Conrad and had started seeing Jeremiah; however, the past always has a way of sneaking back up to you. The new season continues as the main trio deals with new relationships and losses as Conrad comes back into Belly's life. The story takes the viewers back to Cousins Beach where it all started, as Belly finishes her first year at junior college. The first two episodes of the show were shared online on July 16, with 9 episodes remaining. The show will follow a weekly format, where new episodes will be shared on the OTT platform every Wednesday.
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3: BTS V's FRI(END)S sets the tone for premiere as Belly returns to make her final choice
The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 is finally here! The hit coming-of-age romance based on Jenny Han's bestselling book trilogy, premiered on July 16 on Amazon Prime Video. As Belly (Lola Tung) returns to Cousins Beach, she once again finds herself torn between brothers Conrad (Christopher Briney) and Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno), all while navigating the weight of adulthood and a life-changing decision. While Taylor Swift songs have become a staple in the series, K-pop fans were pleasantly surprised when BTS V aka Kim Taehyung's soulful solo track FRI(END)S began playing in the very first episode, setting the tone for the emotional ride ahead. BTS V's 'FRI(END)S' plays in The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 Episode 1 In the season 3 premiere, fans got a surprise when BTS V's solo track FRI(END)S played during a key romantic scene. The soft, soulful song underscored the tension and laughter among the characters, sparking a frenzy online as ARMYs and The Summer I Turned Pretty fans flooded social media with reactions, clips, and excitement. [INFO] FRIENDS by V was played on Episode 1 of the last season of the Hit American prime show 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' Recap: Where did The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 2 leave off? At the end of season 2, Belly seemingly moved on from her first love, Conrad, choosing instead to be with Jeremiah. But the past, as always, has a way of resurfacing. Just when she thought she had made peace with her decision, Conrad reappears - forcing Belly to once again confront her deepest feelings. The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 plot: A love triangle on the edge of adulthood The new season takes viewers back to Cousins Beach, where Belly returns after completing her junior year of college. What was meant to be a peaceful summer with Jeremiah quickly shifts course when her first love, Conrad, suddenly comes back into the picture. Now on the cusp of adulthood, Belly finds herself once again caught between the two brothers. With old emotions resurfacing and difficult choices ahead, this final summer could alter the course of their lives forever. Oh we're SO BACK Episode release schedule for The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 July 16: Episodes 1 and 2 released on Prime Video Wednesdays weekly: New episodes will drop every Wednesday, deviating from previous binge-style drops. With BTS V's FRI(END)S kicking things off, season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty promises to be its most emotional, romantic, and unforgettable chapter yet. To stay updated on the stories that are going viral follow Indiatimes Trending.
Pink Villa
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
BTS' V's FRI(END)S gets featured in The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3, fans say it 'fits so perfectly'
K-pop groups like BTS have achieved international acclaim, proving that the genre's appeal extends well beyond South Korea's borders. Celebrities worldwide have acknowledged the significant influence wielded by the South Korean stars. A recent illustration of BTS's global impact is the inclusion of V's solo song FRI(END)S in Season 3 of the popular Prime Video series The Summer I Turned Pretty. BTS' V's FRI(END)S gets played in The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3 The popular American teen romance drama dropped the first two episodes of its season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty on July 16. Viewers of the show who are also fans of BTS swiftly identified a familiar tune in the third instalment's first episode. It was none other than the K-pop boy band member V 's hit single FRI(END)S. The song was played during an intimate scene between Steven (Sean Kaufman) and Taylor (Rain Spencer). Check out fan reactions to V's FRI(END)S being included in The Summer I Turned Pretty The use of the song in the particular scene just felt right as the characters Steven and Taylor went through a lot to finally transition from friends to lovers, which echoes the theme of Kim Taehyung's FRI(END)S. The R&B song delves into the complexities of a relationship wobbling between friendship and something more romantic. Due to this, fans felt that the song "fits so perfectly" in The Summer I Turned Pretty's scene. "This scene with FRI(END)S by #V as bgm! It's like they were made for each other. The perfect match," an X-user wrote. V's fans were also happy at his songs getting global recognition. Some fans criticized HYBE LABELS, the company behind BTS, for their lack of acknowledgement of this impressive feat of V. Since it's "not an everyday occurance", the label should have hyped it enough, they felt. However, they believe that BTS ARMY will do their part and promote the achivement of the artist. "thank goodness he has such an amazing and dedicated fandom supporting him! Let's get busy," a fan wrote. This further underscored the enduring love and that V enjoys from his loyal fanbase.
News18
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
BTS' V: 20 Mega Achievements By Kim Taehyung During His Military Service
Last Updated: From chart-topping hits to charity, BTS' V accomplished 20 milestones during his military service, proving his global impact never paused. Even while serving his mandatory military duty in South Korea, BTS member V (Kim Taehyung) has continued to shine brightly on the global stage. Enlisting on December 11, 2023, as part of the Military Police Corp's Special Task Force, V's time in uniform did not slow his momentum, it only fuelled new successes across music, media and philanthropy. Here are 20 remarkable accomplishments V achieved during his 18-month service that ended June 10, 2025: V's Layover album ranked as Japan's top-selling solo album in 2023, hitting No. 16 on Oricon's annual chart. He made his first solo appearance on Billboard's R&B/Hip-Hop charts with 'Wherever U R," a collaboration with UMI. At the 33rd Seoul Music Awards in January 2024, V won his first 'Main Award," while Layover snagged Fan Choice of the Year. V starred in IU's viral 'Love Wins All" music video, which amassed over 95 million views and trended worldwide. He earned the Male Idol Variety Star award at the 2024 Korea Brand Awards, recognized for reality TV appearances. His solo single 'FRI(END)S" topped South Korea's Circle Download Chart and won two weeks in a row on M Countdown. V claimed his first iHeartRadio Music Award with Layover winning Favorite Debut Album. 'FRI(END)S" climbed to No. 13 on the UK Official Chart, V's highest ranking there yet. He published his first photo book, Type 1, in July 2024, revealing candid, restful moments. V won multiple Fact Music Awards for seasonal singles in 2023, 2024, and 2025. His music video for 'Love Me Again" surpassed 100 million views on YouTube. He took home Trend of the Year – Solo Artist at the inaugural Korea Grand Music Awards. V won a coveted MAMA Award in 2024 as Fans' Choice Top 10 – Male. He released a duet, 'Winter Ahead," with close friend Park Hyo Shin. V teamed up posthumously with Bing Crosby for a fresh version of 'White Christmas." Both holiday singles topped Billboard's Holiday Digital Song Sales chart in December 2024. V inspired fans to donate over 1.2 million KRW to animal welfare in memory of his dog Yeontan. He contributed 200 million KRW to aid wildfire recovery through Korea Red Cross in March 2025. V was nominated for the Special Award at the inaugural Music Awards Japan. During his military service, V generously donated 200 million Korean won (about $147,504) to the Korea Red Cross in March 2025 to aid wildfire recovery efforts across the country. First Published: June 10, 2025, 21:35 IST
News18
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
20 Unmissable Highlights From BTS Star V's Time In The Military
Last Updated: During his 18-month-long military service, BTS' V not only kept his fans entertained with new projects but also managed to win numerous awards. Even when BTS' Kim Taehyung, aka V, was wearing the military uniform and fulfilling his duties under the Special Task Force of the Military Police Corps, he proved that he was a real pop star. Following his enlistment in December 2023, ARMYs expected a quiet period. But they were taken by surprise when the BTS star continued to release new projects even during his 18-month-long service. Now that his mandatory service ended on June 10, let's take a look at all his accomplishments in the past year and a half. V released his first solo album, Layover, in September 2023, just months before enlisting in the military. On December 20, 2023, it became the top-selling solo album in Japan. According to Oricon Charts' year-end rankings, Layover ranked at No. 16. Making A Mark On Billboard's R&B/Hip-Hop Charts V's song Wherever U R with singer-songwriter UMI made it onto both the R&B/Hip-Hop Digital Song Sales chart and the Hot R&B Songs chart on Billboard. This was the first time that the BTS singer entered the charts as a soloist. Won Big At The Seoul Music Awards At the 33rd Seoul Music Awards, which took place in January 2024, V won a 'Main Award", and his album Layover was named Fan Choice of the Year. It was the first time he was nominated for his solo project. Went Viral For IU's MV Love Wins All V starred in IU's music video Love Wins All, which became a hit. Wedding-theme photos of him and IU trended on the Chinese social media platform Weibo with over 100 million views. The MV itself has a whopping 95 million views on YouTube. Bagged His First-Ever Korea Brand Award Thanks to his appearances in variety shows like In the Soop: Friendcation and Jinny's Kitchen, Taehyung was honoured with the Male Idol Variety Star award at the 2024 Korea Brand Awards, which took place in January 2024. Topped Song Downloads In South Korea His solo English single FRI(END)S, released in March 2024, was a hit. The track topped South Korea's Circle Chart's Download Chart, even without any promotions. Won Two K-pop Music Show Trophies Despite not actively promoting his single FRI(END)S, the song managed to secure the first-place spot on the music show M Countdown for two weeks straight. Won First iHeartRadio Music Award V's solo album Layover won the Favourite Debut Album award at the iHeartRadio Music Awards in 2024. Peaked On The UK Charts FRI(END)S reached No. 13 on the U.K. Official Chart, leaving behind his song Slow Dancing, which peaked at No. 24 on the same chart in 2023. Released His Own Photobook Expanding his creativity, V surprised his fans by releasing his own photobook in July 2024. Titled Type 1, the book features peaceful everyday moments of the K-pop idol, where he enjoys his quiet life. Won Honours At FACT Music Awards Even without attending the award show, BTS' V won big during the 2023 and 2024 Fact Music Awards. He bagged the award for Best Music – Fall in 2023 for Slow Dancing and the Best Music – Spring award in 2024 for FRI(END)S. 100 Million Views On Love Me Again MV In August 2024, V's music video for Love Me Again, a single from his album Layover, hit the 100 million mark on YouTube, that too, in less than a year of its release. Honoured At The First-Ever Korea Grand Music Awards At the first Korea Grand Music Awards in November 2024, the 29-year-old K-pop idol was awarded the Trend of the Year in the Solo Artist category. Won His First MAMA Award After several nominations in 2022 and 2023, Taehyung finally won a MAMA award in 2024. He was named one of the Top 10 Fan Choice Male Artists alongside RM, Jimin and Jungkook. Song With His Best Friend V teamed up with his close friend, ballad singer, Park Hyo Shin, for a cosy winter duet titled Winter Ahead, a jazz-pop that fans loved with all their heart. Sang A Rendition Of White Christmas In December 2024, V fulfilled his dream by releasing White Christmas, as a duet with the late legend Bing Crosby. This holiday song touched fans all over the world. Topped Holiday Charts Twice Both Winter Ahead and White Christmas reached No. 1 on Billboard's Holiday Digital Song Sales chart within a week of each other. That turned out to be a perfect gift for his birthday, as he turned 29 on December 30. Fans Donated In Yeontan's Memory In December last year, V shared that his beloved pet dog Yeontan had passed away. Following this, his fans chose to raise money in Yeontan's memory and donate to the Korean Animal Welfare Association for V's birthday that year. Fans managed to raise around 1.23 million Korean Won (approx. $908). Donated To Wildfire Relief In March 2025, V donated 200 million Korean Won (approx. $147,504) to the Korean Red Cross to help his country recover from the devastating wildfires. V's hard work as a soloist was recognised internationally when he received a nomination at the first-ever Music Awards Japan in its Special Award: Oshi-Katsu Request Artist of the Year category. First Published: June 10, 2025, 11:07 IST
