BTS member V (Kim Taehyung) is receiving an overwhelming amount of love for his birthday, and fans are pulling out all the stops to make sure he knows just how special he is, even while serving in the military.

The fanbase V INSIDE is leading the way with exciting support events to celebrate V’s birthday, marking his second one while in the military. From media ads to wrapping buses and offering free coffee, these fans are making sure their love for V reaches him no matter where he is.

A huge birthday celebration for V is taking place across South Korea, with V INSIDE spreading birthday messages for the BTS star through TV, radio, and newspaper ads. Over 80 celebration videos are being aired on SBS MTV, giving fans a chance to join in on the festivities.

Not stopping there, V’s global fanbases, including V UNION and V PROME, are joining forces for even more support. Radio ads are being broadcast on major stations, with messages airing during popular programs like Park Sohyun's Love Game, Park Myungsoo's Radio Show, and Lee Geumhee's Good Day for Love. Fans are showing their love on every platform they can.

A big highlight of the celebration is the full-page ad in Daily Sports on December 30th. The back page will promote V’s recent hit songs, Winter Ahead and White Christmas, while sending out birthday messages to the star. It’s a truly heartfelt gesture from fans worldwide.

But that’s not all—V INSIDE has also planned for banner ads near V’s military base in Chuncheon and near the SDT dormitory, ensuring that V will see the support while he’s on the move. Special streetlight banners will also brighten up the area, creating a true “V Wave.”

In Seoul, the birthday festivities are also in full swing. Digital shelter ads are showing up near HYBE as a tribute to V’s White Christmas and his birthday.

Wrapping bus ads, promoting V’s birthday, have been spotted in popular areas like Hongdae, Gangnam, and near HYBE’s headquarters, running from December 24th to 28th. In Chuncheon, buses will run on the 29th, and on V's birthday, the bus will make a special stop near Ssangyong Base.

Fans in Chuncheon are also treating soldiers and BTS fans alike to free coffee and macarons at Compose Coffee’s Myeongdong store. This giveaway event will last for two days, spreading birthday cheer and joy in the city.

Chuncheon is truly alive with excitement as various fan groups like V INSIDE, Kim Taehyung Supporters Korea, V Ba from China, and Noona V unite to make this celebration unforgettable. With ads at Chuncheon Station, wrapped buses, and banners everywhere, it's clear that the city is experiencing the full force of the “V Wave.”

V’s birthday celebrations are one for the books, and it’s all thanks to his dedicated fans who are making sure he feels their love across South Korea and beyond.

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BTS member J-Hope has once again shown his generosity and big heart by donating 100 million won to the families affected by the tragic Jeju Air plane crash.

On January 2, the Hope Bridge National Disaster Relief Association (led by President Song Pil Ho) revealed that J-Hope’s donation of 100 million won would go directly to supporting the families of those who tragically lost their lives in the crash.

J-Hope expressed his deep sympathy, saying, "When I first heard about the accident, I knew I had to help. I hope my donation can provide some support to the grieving families. My heartfelt condolences go out to them, and to everyone affected by this sorrowful incident."

Known for his kindness, J-Hope is a member of the respected "Hope Bridge Honor's Club", a group of high-profile donors. Last year, he also made contributions to flood relief efforts in 2023.

Shin Hoon, the Secretary-General of Hope Bridge, shared their gratitude, saying, “We are incredibly thankful for J-Hope’s sincere support for the victim families".

They added, "We will make sure his generous donation reaches them in full, bringing warmth and comfort during this difficult time.”

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