BTS member V (Kim Taehyung) has once again proven his unmatched global influence by dominating both Instagram and Google Trends as the No. 1 Asian star in 2024, all while fulfilling his military duties.

V’s Instagram power is undeniable. According to HypeAuditor, a leading influencer analytics platform, he ranked 7th among the "Most Influential Influencers in the World" and also in the U.S., making him the highest-ranking Asian star on the list.

The top global spot went to Cristiano Ronaldo, with over 645 million followers, followed by Taylor Swift, Lionel Messi, and Ariana Grande. Yet, V shined as the most influential non-American pop star in the UK, coming in 3rd, right after Taylor Swift and Ariana Grande.

He also ranked 4th among "Music Influencers" worldwide and claimed the 8th spot in Brazil and 2nd in Indonesia, leading as the top Asian star in these regions.

Google Trends data further cemented V’s global popularity. He was the most-searched Asian celebrity in 2024, a feat he had previously achieved in 2021 and 2022. Coming in second was cricket legend Virat Kohli, with Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan in third.

Since BTS’s debut in 2013, V has consistently been the most-searched K-pop star on Google. In 2024, he ranked 4th among the most-searched male pop stars globally, following Drake, Eminem, and Justin Bieber.

His Wikipedia stats are just as impressive. V was the most-viewed K-pop star on the platform and ranked 7th among the most-searched male pop stars in the world, standing alongside legends like Michael Jackson and Eminem.

Across platforms like Google, Wikipedia, and Instagram—ranked among the "Top 5 Most Popular Websites in the World"—V holds the highest position for an Asian star, proving his global superstar status once again.

Even during his military service, V's reach and influence remain untouchable, reaffirming why he is celebrated as the "Most Influential Asian Star in the World."

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Yoo Byung Jae has opened up about his relationship with his girlfriend, Lee Yoo Jung, and the reactions have been overwhelming!

On December 22, the popular web variety show DdeunDdeun aired a special video from the "2nd Pinggyego Award".

A star-studded event with celebrities like Cha Seung Won, Park Shin Hye, Lee Dong Wook, and many more. But all eyes were on Yoo Byung Jae as he talked about his girlfriend.

During the show, Yoo Byung Jae casually mentioned his romance, saying, "Many people around me were surprised, but I’ve received a lot of support, and we’re loving each other beautifully."

His relationship was one of the hot topics during the ceremony, with fellow stars asking him lots of questions about his girlfriend.

Ji Seok Jin asked if Lee Yoo Jung was okay with their relationship going public. Yoo Byung Jae shared, "I asked for her consent several times, and she gave me a clear answer, so we decided to go public." He confirmed that they were both happy with their decision.

When asked why Lee Yoo Jung is dating him, Yoo Byung Jae seemed a bit caught off guard. Hong Jin Kyung jokingly asked, "Why is your girlfriend dating someone like you?"

Yoo Byung Jae answered honestly, saying, "She said she likes my atmosphere, how I treat her, and my consideration. I always sleep later than her and wake up earlier," showing off his hardworking side.

As for nicknames, they haven't come up with one yet! Yoo Byung Jae said, "We just call each other by our names."

When the topic of marriage came up, Yoo Byung Jae shyly replied to Jo Hye Ryeon’s question about singing "Anakanna" at his wedding, saying, "If I do get married, I’ll ask you then." So, no wedding plans for now, but their love seems strong!

For those who don’t know, Yoo Byung Jae’s girlfriend, Lee Yoo Jung, is a beauty instructor and DJ. Born in 1997, she's 9 years younger than Yoo Byung Jae, who was born in 1988.

She gained attention for her appearance on Love Catcher in Bali, and many have noticed she resembles stars like Han So Hee and Song Hye Kyo. With over 115,000 followers, she’s definitely catching eyes!

Yoo Byung Jae's relationship is sparking a lot of curiosity, but for now, they're focused on enjoying their time together—no wedding bells just yet!

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