BTS’s V has gifted fans a beautiful winter treat, and it’s topping global charts!

V’s digital single Winter Ahead (with PARK HYO SHIN), released on November 29, has reached the #1 spot on the iTunes Top Songs chart in 75 countries, including the UK, Germany, France, Japan, and Canada, as of 6 AM on November 30. The song also claimed the top spots on the Worldwide iTunes Song and European iTunes Song charts, proving his global popularity.

The music video for Winter Ahead is also making waves. It quickly soared to the top of YouTube's Music Video Trending Worldwide list.

Despite being over six minutes long, the stunning visuals and touching storytelling captivated viewers.

V’s flawless looks, often compared to statues, and the beautiful French scenery added to the charm of the video.

The music video is not just trending online but is also being showcased on huge digital screens at Shinsegae Square in Seoul’s Jung-gu district, where it’s catching the attention of fans, even late at night. Fans have been sharing photos and reactions, with many commenting, "The voices of both are so warm, and the music video is heartbreakingly beautiful," "This song fits perfectly with the year-end atmosphere," and "It feels like receiving a precious gift."

The jazz-pop song Winter Ahead (with PARK HYO SHIN) has been praised for the perfect collaboration between V and the talented Park Hyo Shin. The romantic melody and lyrics by Jesse Harris, who’s known for writing Norah Jones’s Don’t Know Why, give the song a cozy, heartfelt vibe. V and Park Hyo Shin’s soothing vocals only make it more special.

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BTS’s Jungkook’s solo song Standing Next to You is winning hearts from celebrities around the globe.

On a recent episode of the Lonely Island and Seth Meyers podcast, American actor and comedian Andy Samberg shared that Standing Next to You is his "favorite song," sparking excitement among fans.

During the podcast, Samberg and host Seth Meyers were talking about BTS when Samberg confessed his love for the track, saying, “I know it’s a solo track, but I’m a huge fan of Standing Next to You.” His praise for the song has caught the attention of many.

Samberg, best known for his role on SNL and for winning a Golden Globe for Brooklyn Nine-Nine, isn't the only one showing love for the song. Legendary diva Diana Ross, who mentored Michael Jackson, also picked Standing Next to You as one of her favorites.

The track has even earned praise from famous actors. Squid Game star Lee Jung Jae called it a song that “gives me strength,” while actress Go Min Si said she “really loves” it.

Many other celebrities have shown their admiration for the song too. Actors Je Je Hoon, Choi Jin Hyuk, Lee Jun Ki, and Wi Ha Jun, along with Thai singer-actor Dowga and members of popular groups like Proxy, Sakurazaka46, JO1, and BINI, have all shared dance covers of Standing Next to You. It’s clear that Jungkook’s solo track is creating a global buzz!

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