V

A South Korean singer and member of BTS, an artist who captivates the global fandom with his unique vocal tone and artistic sensibility.

V

Overview

V (V, real name: Kim Tae-hyung, born December 30, 1995) is a South Korean singer, actor, and producer, a member of the global boy group BTS and a solo artist. With his unique low-pitched vocal tone, emotional expressiveness, and charismatic stage presence, he has created his own genre known as 'V's moment.' Additionally, he has established himself as a 'cultural icon' by showcasing his artistic talents in various fields such as fashion, photography, and fine arts.

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1. Early Life and Debut

Born in 1995 in Daegu, Gyeongsangbuk-do (now Daegu Metropolitan City), he had a keen interest in music and art from a young age.
In 2011, he passed the audition for Big Hit Entertainment (now HYBE) and began his trainee life.
He debuted as a member of BTS on June 13, 2013. Initially a sub-vocalist, he gradually grew into a central member thanks to his unique vocal tone and stage manner.

2. BTS Activities

V served as a vocalist for numerous hit songs in BTS's albums, including 'Spring Day,' 'DNA,' 'IDOL,' 'Black Swan,' and 'Dynamite.'
In particular, his emotional vocals in 'Spring Day' and his solo performance in 'Singularity' left a deep impression on fans worldwide.
His facial expressions and gestures on stage earned him the nickname 'V's acting,' and the meme 'V's moment' became so popular that it spawned a meme.

3. Solo Activities

In 2016, he released his first solo song 'Stigma,' participating in lyric writing and composition.
In 2018, 'Singularity' became his representative solo track, featuring a dreamy atmosphere and deep low notes.
On September 8, 2023, he released his first solo album 'Layover.' It includes six tracks, including the title track 'Slow Dancing,' 'Rainy Days,' 'Blue,' 'Love Me Again,' and 'For Us.' The album reached No. 2 on the Billboard 200, achieving commercial success.
In 2024, he released a digital single 'FRI(END)S,' venturing into the pop genre.

4. Artistic Sensibility and Influence

V is also famous as a fashion icon. In 2023, he was selected as a global ambassador for Cartier, and he leads fashion trends to the extent that the phrase 'If V wears it, it becomes trendy' emerged.
He has deep knowledge of photography and fine arts, and the photos he posts on his social media boast a unique sensibility called 'V's perspective.'
In 2024, he held an exhibition 'V's Art' in collaboration with Korean contemporary artists, showcasing his side as an artist.

5. Acting Career

In 2016, he debuted as Han-seong in the KBS2 drama 'Hwarang.' Although he had little acting experience, he received praise for his natural performance.
In 2021, he made a special appearance in the Netflix series 'I Want to Know That,' and in 2023, he appeared in the short film 'The Dreamer.'
In 2025, he was cast as the lead in the feature film 'Voice of the Stars' and is currently filming.

6. Social Contributions and Fandom

V actively participates in UNICEF's 'LOVE MYSELF' campaign, spreading messages of self-esteem and love.
His fandom 'ARMY' is estimated to have over 100 million members worldwide, and they engage in donations and volunteer activities on V's birthday.
In 2024, he established the 'V Scholarship Foundation' in his name to support young talents in the arts.

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In December 2024, V released his second solo album 'Echoes.' The album features an experimental sound blending jazz and R&B, debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.
In January 2025, he was nominated for the 'Best Pop Solo Performance' category at the '2025 Grammy Awards.'
In March 2025, V was selected as a global ambassador for the fashion brand 'Louis Vuitton' and is currently active as a model for the 2025 Fall/Winter collection.
In April 2025, he performed as a headliner at the '2025 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival,' thrilling an audience of 100,000.
In May 2025, V is communicating with fans by sharing his daily life and work process through his YouTube channel 'V's Log.'

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