Micheal Ward, 'Top Boy' Actor, Accused of Rape and Assault in London Case
Read More
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Time of India
40 minutes ago
- Time of India
Remember when BTS's V stole the spotlight from 'Squid Game'? The Pink Soldier moment that sparked buzz
The Pink Soldier That Conquered Social Media Picture this: You're at a BTS concert in Los Angeles in 2021, and suddenly one of the world's biggest K-pop stars emerges dressed as a menacing pink soldier from the hit series 'Squid Game. ' That's exactly what happened when BTS member V decided to surprise fans during their Permission to Dance concert series, creating a moment that would break the internet not just once, but repeatedly over the years. The video of V's dramatic reveal - where he removes the iconic triangular mask to show his face - has now accumulated massive viewership across various short video platforms. What makes this even more remarkable is that V doesn't maintain personal accounts on most of these platforms, yet his content consistently outperforms dedicated influencers and content creators. The impact was immediate and global. Netflix itself couldn't resist commenting, stating "We're obsessed with BTS X Squid Game, but V should never wear a mask". The concert moment became a perfect storm of cultural phenomena - combining the global Squid Game craze with BTS's massive fanbase. The timing couldn't have been better, as Squid Game had just taken the world by storm, and V's playful interpretation of the show's menacing guards created an irresistible contrast that social media algorithms loved. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo The Numbers Game: Why This Video Keeps Winning What's fascinating about V's viral moment is how it demonstrates the power of authentic, spontaneous content. The video has generated significant engagement across multiple platforms, garnering millions of views and countless interactions from fans worldwide. The original concert footage shows V appearing on stage wearing the complete pink soldier uniform, complete with the triangular mask that became synonymous with the series. As the music builds, he slowly removes the mask to reveal his face, sending the concert audience into absolute hysteria. The moment was perfectly choreographed yet felt completely natural - a testament to V's stage presence and understanding of viral content. The Ripple Effect: From Concert Stage to Cultural Phenomenon The video gained renewed attention when Squid Game Season 2 was announced in December 2024. Billboard Korea highlighted how "concert videos and photos are going viral again," showcasing the enduring power of V's moment. This resurgence demonstrates how certain content transcends its original context to become timeless digital artifacts. The phenomenon extends beyond just views. The video sparked countless recreation attempts, memes, and reaction videos across multiple platforms. International K-pop fans created their own versions, with some attempting to recreate the exact moment while others used it as inspiration for Halloween costumes and themed photoshoots. Professional choreographers and dance studios worldwide began incorporating elements of V's dramatic reveal into their own performances. The mask removal became a signature move that many tried to replicate, though few could match V's natural charisma and timing. The Social Media King Without a Crown Perhaps the most impressive aspect of V's digital dominance is that he achieves these numbers without dedicated personal accounts on many major platforms. His collaborations and appearances consistently break records - his recent dance video with choreographer Lee Jung Lee set another milestone with substantial engagement. V's success reflects broader trends in the global digital landscape, where authentic, entertaining content performs exceptionally well. Short-form video platforms have created ecosystems where genuine moments can achieve massive reach. The fact that V's 2021 concert moment continues generating views in 2025 speaks to the timeless nature of quality content. The BTS member has also participated in viral trends like the "aura farming kid" dance, showing his ability to bridge Korean pop culture with global internet phenomena. His content consistently demonstrates that in the age of short-form video, personality and authenticity matter more than polished production values. This Squid Game moment perfectly encapsulates why V remains one of the most talked-about figures in global entertainment - his ability to create culturally resonant content that transcends language barriers and platform limitations continues to set new benchmarks for viral success.
Hindustan Times
an hour ago
- Hindustan Times
'Love it or hate it...': What Shooter McGavin ‘said' about Happy Gilmore 2 reviews
It has been thirty years almost since Adam Sandler's Happy Gilmore managed to beat Christopher McDonald's Shooter McGavin at golf, but Netflix's Happy Gilmore 2, sees the actor reprise his role as the pro golfer. The profile on X, going by the name Shooter McGavin, has had interactions with Fred Couples, the pro golfer who made a cameo in Happy Gilmore 2. (AP) While Happy Gilmore 2 packed a hefty dose of nostalgia and peppered the story with cameos – all designed to take fans down the memory lane – the movie apparently got mixed reviews. While some loved the memories it brought back, others felt the sequel failed to live up to the mark. Amid contending narratives online, a profile calling itself Shooter McGavin has shared its opinions on Happy Gilmore 2 reviews. What Shooter McGavin said about Happy Gilmore 2 reviews? The profile with McGavin's name shared an image with the text 'Hate me or love me, you watched.' The profile captioned it saying 'How I feel about all the Happy Gilmore 2 reviews I'm seeing.' Notably, McGavin is not a real person and is just a character portrayed by McDonald. However, the profile seems to have had very real interactions with actual golfing legends. Fred Couples who has a cameo in Adam Sandler's movie, tagged the X profile named after McGavin and wrote 'Welcome to the Gold Jacket Club,' adding, 'Your Gold Jacket will look good next to the @PresidentsCup trophy!' To this, the X profile named after McGavin replied 'Thank you Fred. The Presidents Cup would look great in my trophy room.' Notably, the Gold Jacket was something McGavin had coveted and lost in the first Happy Gilmore movie. During the filming of the sequel, star Adam Sandler took the chance to give the actor the gold jacket. 'Shooter finally gets what's coming to him,' Sandler wrote when posting the clip of him handing the jacket to McDonald. The profile named after McGavin also shared this video, remarking 'For the record… This was just Gilmore returning to Shooter what was rightfully his.'
Indian Express
an hour ago
- Indian Express
Raghav Chadha shows up barefoot at Kapil Sharma's show, says his shoes were stolen; reveals wife Parineeti Chopra manifests he ‘will never become PM'
Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha are all set to grace The Great Indian Kapil Show as guests in the upcoming episode. In a part of a leaked promo going viral on social media, the couple was talking about their first meeting in London, their relationship, and cracking hilarious jokes with host Kapil Sharma and his team. In fact, Raghav, who is a member of Rajya Sabha, joked about his wife and actor Parineeti's manifestation powers. The politician shared that he makes her say that he will never become the Prime Minister of India, so that the opposite happens. In one of the clips, Raghav Chadha and Parineeti Chopra were seen entering the stage hand-in-hand, but Kapil instantly asks about Raghav's bare feet. The comedian asks jokingly if Raghav had manifested that he would come barefoot on the show after getting married to Parineeti. Raghav then reveals that his shoes were stolen, after which Krushna Abhishek and Kiku Sharda walk in on the stage with his shoes and demand money in return from their 'jiju'. ALSO READ | 'I feel like I am talking to some… 'Sir'': Parineeti Chopra on husband Raghav Chadha's formal texts, craving digital detox, and her secret obsession with home organisation A post shared by Kapil Sharma show Funny videos ❤️ (@ In the promo video, Parineeti recalled their first meeting in London. The actor revealed that out of curiosity, she googled 'Raghav Chadha height' right after they met. Giving a banger reply, Raghav said, 'Yeh jo bolti hai, uska ulta ho jaata hai. Isne kaha, 'I'll never ever marry a politician,' aur politician se shaadi ho gayi. Ab main roz subah isse uthake bolta hoon, 'Tu bol Raghav Chadha will never ever become the Prime Minister of India (Whatever she says, the opposite happens. She once said, 'I'll never ever marry a politician,' and then ended up marrying one. Now every morning, I wake her up and say, 'You say it—Raghav Chadha will never ever become the Prime Minister of India').' A post shared by Kapil Sharma show Funny videos ❤️ (@ Earlier, there were reports suggesting that the duo had to cut the shoot short and it was halted midway because Raghav's mother fell ill. She was immediately rushed to the hospital and Raghav-Parineeti will reschedule and re-shoot the episode. Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha got married in an intimate ceremony at The Leela Palace in Udaipur, Rajasthan, in 2023. Their wedding was attended by friends, family, and many prominent figures from the worlds of Bollywood and politics. On the work front, Parineeti was last seen in Imtiaz Ali's Amar Singh Chamkila, opposite Diljit Dosanjh. She will next star in an untitled Netflix web series produced by Siddharth P Malhotra and Sapna Malhotra, and directed by Rensil D'Silva.
