BTS V just broke the internet again_Why Kim Taehyung is the ultimate main character in 2025

Time of India

4 days ago

BTS' V (Kim Taehyung) gained over 1 million new Instagram followers within days of his military discharge, becoming the most followed BTS member. His viral comeback post and dance video also broke records on Instagram and TikTok, proving his unmatched global influence.
The K-pop King Who Won't Let the World Rest
If you thought military service would slow down BTS' V (
Kim Taehyung
), you seriously underestimated the power of a true main character. While most celebs fade into the background during their hiatus, Taehyung has been busier breaking the internet than ever before.
In the first half of 2025, he became the
most searched K-pop star on Google in 75 out of 81 countries
-that's basically everywhere except Antarctica and maybe your grandma's WhatsApp group.
Google Trends, which even politicians use to predict elections, crowned V as the K-pop artist with the highest search volume from January to June 2025. From the US, UK, and Japan to Australia and, yes, India, everyone's been frantically Googling "V BTS," "Kim Taehyung military," and probably "how to look like V." He's not just a K-pop idol anymore-he's a global phenomenon who's out-trending even Western pop legends like
Justin Bieber
and
Billie Eilish
.
From Army Uniform to Main Character Energy
On June 10, 2025, V's military discharge was such a big deal that over a
thousand media outlets worldwide
covered it. The internet exploded with hashtags like #WelcomeBackTaehyung, which shot to the top spot on X (formerly Twitter) and even dominated China's Weibo trends. Imagine the kind of star power it takes to make every social platform in the world simultaneously lose its mind-V did that just by stepping out of the barracks.
And his influence isn't just digital. The moment he was spotted wearing a Cartier watch (worth about ₹12 lakh) as a brand ambassador, the item sold out in minutes. His fashion? Gone from shelves. His accessories? Insta-sold out. Even his headphones? Yup, out of stock. If V wears it, the world wants it, and luxury brands are loving every second.
Instagram Goals: 67 Million Followers and Counting
Let's talk numbers. After his discharge, V's Instagram gained
300,000 new followers in a single day
, pushing his total to a jaw-dropping
67.99 million
. He smashed the record for fastest to hit 60 million followers-just 1.5 years, compared to the previous record of over 3 years. His posts? They're not just popular; they're history-making. One military update racked up more than
16.4 million likes
, making it the most-liked Instagram post in 2025, beating out even Billie Eilish and Cristiano Ronaldo.
His engagement rate is off the charts-averaging 10.9 million likes per post. For context, even football legend Ronaldo, with over 650 million followers, averages "just" 6.2 million likes. V's not just playing the social media game; he's rewriting the rules.
Why Indian Youth Can't Get Enough of V
For young fans in India, V's story hits different. He's relatable-humble beginnings, relentless hustle, and a style that's both aspirational and accessible.
His ability to stay relevant and break records even while serving in the military feels like the ultimate "boss move"-something every Indian youth dreams of doing in their own way. In a country where Bollywood stars and cricketers usually dominate, V's cross-cultural appeal is proof that K-pop is more than a trend-it's a movement.
And let's be real: the way he turns every public appearance into a global event? That's main character energy we all wish we had, whether we're prepping for exams or just trying to go viral on Reels.
It's wild to see how someone can be out of the spotlight-literally in uniform, away from the glitz-and still have the world hanging on every update. V's journey is a reminder that true charisma and connection go beyond borders, languages, or even mandatory service. For Indian youth chasing their own dreams, his story is the ultimate motivation: keep hustling, stay authentic, and maybe, just maybe, you'll have the world Googling your name too.