BTS member V (Kim Taehyung) is making headlines once again, this time for his unforgettable moment as a "Squid Game" staff member during BTS's PERMISSION TO DANCE ON STAGE - L.A. concert in 2021.

The clip of V dressed in the iconic pink soldier costume has gone viral all over again, especially with the recent global success of Squid Game Season 2.

In 2021, V surprised fans by showing up as a Squid Game pink soldier, a costume that had everyone talking. The BTS concert, which took place in Los Angeles, became even more exciting when V stepped onto the stage in the outfit.

The timing couldn't have been better, as Squid Game Season 2 hit global streaming platforms on December 26 last year and took the world by storm. The show topped the charts in 91 countries in just its second week, keeping the buzz alive and kicking.

Billboard Korea even picked up on the moment, sharing on their official account, "Did you see the 'Squid Game' pink soldier at the BTS concert? The BTS 'PERMISSION TO DANCE ON STAGE - L.A.' concert from 2021 is gaining attention again."

They added, "V appeared in the Squid Game pink soldier costume during the concert, receiving great applause from the fans and audience. With Squid Game Season 2's release continuing to be a global hit, the concert videos and photos are going viral once again."

The best part? When V took off his mask during the concert, the audience went wild. The deafening cheers filled the venue as V revealed his face, and the moment quickly became the highlight of the show.

It didn’t take long for social media to explode, with fans and media outlets buzzing about the viral video. Even Netflix couldn’t resist sharing their excitement. They tweeted, "We're obsessed with 'BTS X Squid Game,' but V can never wear a mask," clearly impressed by V’s charming face.

The moment also got major attention from People magazine, which wrote, "It shouldn’t be possible to look that handsome."

And the excitement didn’t stop there – the video of V removing his mask went viral on TikTok, Instagram, and other social media platforms. One TikTok clip alone garnered a massive 13.84 million likes and is fast approaching 100 million views!

On January 4, Squid Game star Lee Jung Jae’s recent interview added more fuel to the fire. When asked if V was part of the cast for Squid Game Season 2 during an interview with BuzzFeed UK, Lee Jung Jae kept quiet with a simple "No comment", but it was enough to send fans into a frenzy.

While there’s no confirmation of V’s involvement, the possibility alone has everyone talking, making this moment even more exciting for fans of both BTS and Squid Game.

As the world continues to buzz about V’s epic "Squid Game" moment, it’s clear that BTS’s V knows how to keep fans on their toes, and this viral moment is proof that his star power is bigger than ever!

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Lee Kyung Gyu's star-making influence goes beyond Kang Ho Dong, as Hong Jin Kyung shares how he helped her kickstart her career.

On the April 24 episode of KBS 2TV’s Problem Child in House, legendary comedian Lee Kyung Gyu appeared as a guest—and a touching story from the past was revealed.

Hong Jin Kyung surprised everyone when she said, “He’s the teacher for all of us. Personally, he’s the one who helped me debut.” She even pinned a carnation flower on his chest to show her gratitude.

Lee Kyung Gyu smiled and said, “I still remember when Hong Jin Kyung walked up the stairs onto the stage for the first time.”

Hong Jin Kyung then shared her journey to becoming a star. “I joined a supermodel contest, but only the top 3 winners were noticed in broadcasting. I got a special prize, so I had no chance to be on TV."

She continued, "At first, I was just a backup for a show. But somehow, I became a regular the next week. I never knew why."

She added, "I thought the PD gave me a shot. But then one day, I randomly met Kyung Gyu sunbae, and he told me it was actually him who recommended me.”

Kim Sook asked with a smile, “So Kyung Gyu sunbae said nice things about you to the PD?”

Lee Kyung Gyu playfully replied, “Don’t say it in such a childish way,” making everyone laugh.

He then explained more seriously, “The show was Scoop TV Entertainment, and I was pretty much the main MC. When Jin Kyung showed up, I saw her determination and passion."

He added, "While others didn’t seem serious, she really stood out. I told the PD, ‘She seems unique. Why not keep her on the show?’”

Kim Jong Kook chimed in, “So if the main MC said that, doesn’t that mean you basically got her in?”

That made Lee Kyung Gyu happy. He grinned and replied, “Exactly! You speak well. Be like him!”

He added, “After that, Jin Kyung’s career took off. She started doing shows with Lee Young Ja and just kept going.”

Fans are now calling Lee Kyung Gyu not only a top MC, but also a quiet star-maker behind the scenes!

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