Some titles you fight for, others are simply your birthright. For Kim Taehyung, being named the #1 Most Handsome Face of 2025 at the Shining Awards (PeopleVotes) is the latter. Fans around the world celebrated as the results were announced, and honestly—was there ever any doubt?
The award recognizes global icons whose visuals and charisma leave an unforgettable impact, and Taehyung has been topping lists like this for years. With his uniquely striking features, soulful aura, and ability to switch from ethereal prince to rugged heartthrob in a blink, he’s the definition of a face you don’t forget.
The moment the results went public, social media exploded. Fans proudly declared that the title “belongs to Taehyung,” flooding timelines with edits, photos, and messages celebrating his beauty inside and out. Many pointed out that his looks aren’t just about symmetry or standards—he has that rare quality that feels timeless, the kind of face that could belong to a K-drama lead, a renaissance painting, or the cover of next month’s Vogue.
But here’s the kicker: while the world obsesses over his visuals, ARMY knows the secret. Yes, Taehyung’s face could stop traffic, but it’s his warmth, his artistry, and his personality that make him truly unforgettable. Being crowned Most Handsome is just the cherry on top of a much bigger legacy.
And let’s be honest—this isn’t just a win for Taehyung. It’s a win for everyone who’s ever had to defend themselves after someone said, “He can’t really be that good-looking, can he?” The award is basically the universe saying: yes, he is. Case closed.
At the end of the day, Taehyung didn’t need a trophy to prove what fans already knew. But seeing him officially crowned the Most Handsome Face of 2025? That’s just sweet validation. The title belongs to him, always has, always will.