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BTS' V: 20 Mega Achievements By Kim Taehyung During His Military Service
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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
