Stop whatever you’re doing. Kim Taehyung, also known as V of BTS, has officially been discharged from the military—and in true V fashion, he didn’t just walk out. He broke records, melted hearts, and possibly hinted at a wine collab. Because why return quietly when you can casually dominate every social platform on your way back?
V’s Grand Exit: Bye Beret, Hello Internet Chaos
On June 10, 2025, Taehyung completed his military service with the elite 2nd Corps Special Duty Team. And if that wasn’t thrilling enough, his discharge was synchronized with RM’s, meaning all seven BTS members are now officially out and ready to reclaim the world like it’s 2019 all over again.
But V? He didn’t wait around. He jumped straight back into our feeds and said, “Did you miss me?” The answer was a collective scream heard across every corner of the fandom.
Instagram Just Became Tae’s Playground
The day after discharge, V dropped a 20-photo Instagram carousel that practically shattered the platform. We’re talking about:
- Over 13.8 million likes
- More than 1 million shares
- Not one, not two, but four of his posts have now passed the 1 million shares mark—making him the first Asian act in history to do that.
And it’s not just the numbers. The post was everything: Taehyung in cozy sweaters, wine in hand, a birthday-style cake that read “I’m happy to be with you,” snowmen, scenic shots, and the Wooga Squad making adorable appearances. It was chaotic. It was personal. It was vintage V.
Wait—Did He Just Tease a Wine Brand?
Fans were quick to notice a very specific detail: the wine glasses and bottles in several photos. Mysteriously, some of those wine shots disappeared for users in certain regions—likely due to Instagram’s alcohol visibility policies. But we’re not letting that go unnoticed.
ARMY has one question: Is a Kim Taehyung wine label coming? Because honestly, that would be the most Taehyung thing ever—launching an artfully designed wine brand with minimal fanfare and maximum aesthetic. Picture it: rich burgundy bottles, jazz playing in the background, a label that says “MUSE by V.” We’re manifesting.
Social Media Domination: A Casual Hobby
While sipping mystery wine and hanging with his friends, V also managed to:
- Gain over 1 million new Instagram followers in just a few days, soaring past 67.7 million total
- Become the most-followed BTS member on Instagram
- Star in a TikTok video with choreographer Lee Jung Lee that hit 12.7 million likes, making it the most-liked TikTok by a Korean artist this year
And let’s not forget—he doesn’t even have a personal TikTok account. That’s right. One 15-second cameo and he broke the platform. Legend behavior.
BTS’s V, BigHit Music
Shirtless Lives and Sleeveless Chaos
Because Taehyung is physically incapable of reentering civilian life quietly, he also went live on Weverse shortly after discharge. He casually showed up in a tank top (then a fitted tee and glasses) with those toned post-military arms on full display.
The vibe? Relaxed. The effect? ARMY collectively combusted.
Wooga Squad, Snowmen, and Vintage Soul
His Instagram carousel wasn’t just a thirst trap—it was a scrapbook. It had everything:
- Intimate celebration moments with his Wooga besties
- Reunions with military comrades
- Books, blankets, snowmen, cake, quiet joy
- One mirror selfie so devastating it probably needs a UN regulation
It felt like a journal entry from someone who missed us as much as we missed him. A warm, quirky, vulnerable return that screamed, “I’m back, and I brought vibes.”
Why This Matters (Besides the Obvious)
Let’s break it down:
- BTS is officially whole again. With V and RM discharged, the full squad is out—and ready to remind everyone who changed the game.
- V never stopped being That Guy. He disappeared for a while, sure. But now he’s back, effortlessly breaking the internet and showing us he never needed to “reclaim” relevance—he just pressed play.
- This could be the start of something big. Whether it’s new music, fashion campaigns, acting, or yes, wine—we know Taehyung’s return is only the beginning.
Final Thoughts: The King Has Returned
Kim Taehyung’s comeback wasn’t a single post or a one-time live. It was an event. A celebration. A reminder that this man doesn’t need a press tour or a hype campaign—he just shows up and the world rearranges itself to make room.
So here’s to the most graceful, low-key chaotic, fashionably unbothered military discharge in K-pop history. May your wine be strong, your arms sleeveless, and your next Instagram post even more feral than the last.
Welcome back, Taehyung. We missed the art, the chaos, and most of all—the soul.
TL;DR:
- V finished military service on June 10, 2025
- His IG carousel broke records—four posts with over 1 million shares
- Gained 1M+ followers, now the most-followed BTS member on Instagram
- TikTok appearance hit 12.7M likes—most viral Korean artist TikTok of 2025
- Fans suspect a wine brand is coming (and we support this)
- Went live showing post-military glow-up, arms, and smiles
- BTS is officially back, and V is already ahead of the game
