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2 days ago
- Entertainment
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‘Bangtan's hidden gem': BTS ARMY celebrates 12 years since V got introduced as BTS' final member ahead of debut
For most fans, it was just another early summer day. But for the K-pop world? It was the calm before a global storm. Because exactly 12 years ago today, something wild happened: BigHit Entertainment dropped a bombshell—BTS doesn't have six members, it has seven. And the face that appeared? Mysterious. Mesmerizing. Magnetic. That face belonged to Kim Taehyung, now known to millions simply as V, the final piece of BTS' puzzle, and their ultimate 'Secret Weapon.' On June 2, 2013, BTS ARMY first met V. Now, in 2025—12 years later—ARMYs are still celebrating that unforgettable moment with huge passion and love. The Phantom Trainee: V's 2 Years in the Shadows V joined BigHit in 2011 after randomly auditioning while accompanying a friend. He wasn't supposed to be there. But after a whirlwind tryout where he sang, danced, and even busted out a saxophone solo. But here's the plot twist: while RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, and Jungkook were introduced one by one to fans in 2012, V was kept in the dark. For two whole years, he trained in secret, unannounced, unseen, unheard. Even BTS stans had no clue there was a seventh member. In an industry built on visibility, V was the ghost in the machine—a phantom idol. Why the secrecy? BigHit later revealed they wanted to save Taehyung as a surprise. A strategic move. A mic-drop moment which eventually worked. When he was finally revealed on June 2, 2013—just 11 days before BTS's official debut—the internet lost its mind. 'I Felt Like a Shadow…' The glow-up is real, but don't get it twisted—V's rise wasn't without struggle. In interviews, the Slow Dance singer shared how hard it was to be left out while his fellow trainees recorded logs, shot content, and built early fanbases. 'I was very sad,' he admitted. To cope, he secretly recorded videos of himself, talking to the camera like someone trapped in a time capsule. 'Today is this day of this month in 2013,' he'd say. 'This probably won't get released, right?' Netizens Reaction As soon as June 2 hit, ARMYs took over social media, flooding platforms like X (formerly Twitter), Instagram and other social media platforms with love for V. Hashtags like #12YearsWithV, #Taehyung, and #VDay trended worldwide within hours. Fans shared throwback clips, emotional fan edits, and heartfelt messages. The Glow-Up of BTS' Legend Fast forward to now: V is one of the most recognizable and adored idols in the World. His deep, honey-smooth voice. His cinematic visuals. His vintage soul trapped in a millennial body. Whether he's melting hearts with a ballad, dropping jaw-dropping visuals on Instagram, or rocking Celine on a Paris runway, V isn't just part of BTS—he's a cultural force of his own.
Pink Villa
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
BTS' Jimin's Slow Dance becomes 20th track to surpass 100 million streams on Spotify
On May 31, BTS' Jimin hit a remarkable milestone. Slow Dance ft Sofia Carson's track has surpassed 100 million streams on Spotify. This achievement isn't just about numbers, it's about the emotions that the song carries. With its gentle piano tones, subtle beats, Jimin's soulful voice, and Sofia Carson's sweet harmony, Slow Dance pulls at the heartstrings with a simple yet deeply moving melody. Over time, this song has carved its place, now forever marked by the impressive 100 million streams milestone. This latest triumph marks the 20th song by BTS ' Jimin to cross the 100 million streams mark on Spotify. The list includes tracks from his second solo album, MUSE, and beloved BTS solo songs such as Lie, Serendipity (both Intro and Full Length versions), and Filter. Beyond that, hits from his first album, FACE, like VIBE and With You, and major theme songs like Angel Pt 1 and Angel Pt 2 from the Fast & Furious: Ride or Die soundtrack have all joined this elite club. Other fan favorites like Promise, Who, Closer Than This, Smeraldo Garden Marching Band (feat Loco), and Be Mine have also enjoyed this level of streaming success on Spotify. Adding to these accomplishments, the title track Who from MUSE set a record as the longest-charting K-pop song on the US Billboard Hot 100 with 33 weeks. The track continues to climb, now exceeding a staggering 1.7 billion streams on Spotify. BTS' Jimin's rise is a story of steady growth, passion, and global recognition. With fans worldwide rallying behind him and Spotify spotlighting his artistry, Jimin's influence as a K-pop solo artist is undeniable. BTS Jimin's Military Service BTS Jimin, who began his mandatory military service in December 2023, is set to be discharged on June 11, 2025—just 10 days away. He enlisted alongside Jungkook in the Army's 5th Infantry Division. Not just him, BTS members RM, V, Jungkook and Suga will also be discharged in June 2025. RM and V will get discharged on June 10, 2025. Jimin and Jungkook will get back home the next day. They both enlisted on the same day. Suga is the last BTS member to get discharged on June 21, 2025. Fans are counting down the days, eagerly anticipating his return to the spotlight and resumption of his music and public activities.
