The ARMY is celebrating! Kim Taehyung, also known as V of the global sensation BTS, celebrated his 30th birthday on December 30, 2025. To commemorate the milestone, BTS surprised fans with a heartwarming video tribute, quickly melting hearts across the globe.
The video, shared on BTS's official platform, is a touching homage to Taehyung's journey, multifaceted personality, and the strong bond he shares with his fellow members. The montage features a collection of moments, showcasing both his playful side and his striking charisma. From his signature boxy smile to his intense and captivating stares, the video encapsulates the unique charm that has made V a beloved global pop icon. The video was simply captioned, “Congratulations! Happy V Day”.
The online reaction was immediate and overwhelming. Fans flooded social media with birthday wishes and expressions of love. One fan wrote, "Happy Birthday Taehyung. You are so loved all over the world". Another admirer reflected on growing up alongside the singer, expressing excitement about celebrating this new chapter with him.
Celebrations extended far beyond the digital realm. Around the world, ARMYs organized large-scale birthday projects to honor Taehyung. These included illuminated banners at HYBE headquarters, themed displays in subway stations, and birthday-themed buses stationed outside HYBE's building in South Korea. International fans also joined in, with displays in countries like Peru, Japan, China, the Philippines, Taiwan, and Singapore. In China, fans transformed shopping malls with LED screens and installations dedicated to V, while a café in Singapore hosted themed birthday events.
Taehyung himself acknowledged the birthday celebrations during a Weverse Live, expressing surprise and amusement at the scale of the projects, particularly the birthday advertisement buses.
Adding to the celebratory atmosphere, Taehyung recently received recognition on both domestic and global platforms. He secured seventh position on TC Candler's "The 100 Most Handsome Faces of 2025," and was the highest-ranking South Korean artist on the list. Forbes Korea also placed him fifth on their "Korean Idols of the Year" list, making him the top male idol and the only male artist in the Top 10.
This birthday is not just a celebration of age, but a reflection of Taehyung's journey, his impact on fans worldwide, and the enduring bond within BTS. As Taehyung enters his 30s, fans are excited to see what the next chapter holds for the singer, actor, and global style icon.
