Even while serving in the military, BTS’s V is proving his unstoppable global power!

According to Global Choice, an international entertainment platform that selects the 100 most influential male and female artists worldwide, V has officially been named the ‘2024 Global Icon’. But that’s not all—he topped all three major categories: Global Icon, Fashion, and Face!

This marks V’s third consecutive year winning the Global Icon title since 2022, showing his overwhelming popularity and strong fanbase.

V also secured the No. 1 spot in the ‘2024 Global Fashion Icons’ list! The platform praised his effortless ability to slay any look, whether it's high fashion, streetwear, or vintage styles.

As the global ambassador for Celine and Cartier, V has cemented his status as a true fashion trendsetter. His influence in the fashion world extends beyond music, earning him industry-wide recognition.

V has once again been crowned the most handsome! He ranked No. 1 in the ‘2024 Global Face 100’, proving that his stunning visuals and irresistible charisma continue to captivate fans worldwide.

Global Choice highlighted how V’s talent, artistry, and flawless looks make him a true global icon, inspiring millions.

Despite being away from the spotlight due to his military service, V’s global impact has not faded at all. In 2024, he ranked as the most searched Asian star on Google Trends and dominated platforms like Wikipedia and Instagram, showing that his star power is as strong as ever!

With V continuing to dominate global rankings, fans are already excited to see what he will do next once he completes his military duty.

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IU recently revealed that she watched her own concert film in a public theater, but shockingly, no one recognized her—even when she dropped a hint!

On February 27, a new video featuring IU was released, showing her inside a car on her way to Daejeon.

She excitedly shared, “This is a surprise stage greeting for UAENA! I picked this location through a ladder game when I did stage greetings.”

Previously, IU had let fate decide which city she would visit after her stage greetings. She happily said, “There are UAENAs everywhere I go. Wherever I go, it's a flowery path.” The game ultimately led her to Daejeon.

IU originally hoped to explore the city, saying, “I wanted to visit Daejeon's pride, Sung Sim Dang, and walk around, but my team said it wouldn’t be possible. The lines are too long, and it’s freezing outside.” She sighed, adding, “So, things turned out this way.”

Dressed up for the occasion, IU smiled, saying, “I don’t get to meet UAENAs in Daejeon often, so I wanted to make a surprise appearance looking my best.”

She also joked about enjoying surprise events, adding, “As long as Hanteo oppa drives me safely, I’m happy.”

But what really caught fans' attention was IU’s unexpected confession—she had secretly watched her concert film in a theater, but no one noticed her! “No one recognized me at all. There weren’t that many people, and it was a weekday… but still! I even gave a hint!” she said, sounding both amused and surprised.

Later, when IU finally appeared at the theater, her fans were overwhelmed with emotion. Some even burst into tears, prompting her to gently say, “You really didn’t expect me to come, right?”

After wrapping up her stage greeting, IU laughed at herself, saying, “Wait, did I just do a 40-minute one-woman show? I must have talked so much.”

On her way back to Seoul, IU reflected on the day, sharing, “It was so cold today. I shook hands with all the UAENAs. My hands are usually cold, and since the weather was freezing, I think I made a lot of people’s hands cold, too. But after touching so many warm hands, mine became warm, too. I still haven’t washed them.”

Her love for her fans truly knows no bounds!

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