On the 10th, fashion magazine Harper’s Bazaar кσяєα unveiled a new photoshoot featuring V. Shot in Los Angeles, the photos capture V standing on a grαѕѕy field, shirtless, as he gazes directly into the camera.

In an interview accompanying the photoshoot, V spoke about the world tour that began shortly after the release of BTS’ fifth studio album, ARIRANG. He shared: “I think this tour will become a very happy memory for all seven members. I can’t say too much just yet, but I want to give my best at every performance and savor each stage, thinking to myself, ‘When will we ever get to experience this kind of happiness again?’”

BTS successfully wrapped up the South αмєяι¢αn leg of their tour late last month at Morumbi Stadium in São Paulo. V and the other members are currently enjoying a two-week break in South кσяєα before resuming the Asian leg in Kaohsiung on the 19th.

Notably, an υиєχρє¢тє∂ piece of news recently emerged during this break, leaving fans surprised: V was reportedly spotted returning to a military base to participate in training.

According to a story circulating on South кσяєαn social media, the idol was spotted at a reserve forces training facility a few days ago. Based on a shared message, the son of someone acquainted with the original poster had attended the training session and happened to notice someone whose face looked very familiar. After approaching him and striking up a conversation, he was astonished to discover that the person sitting beside him was none other than Kim Taehyung (V).

The two then had the chance to sit together and chat. The person who met V reportedly said he still couldn't get over the υиєχρє¢тє∂ encounter. He even described the idol as unbelievably handsome. The story became even more amusing when his mother also reacted with surprise, jokingly asking, “Since when did you know someone this handsome?”

In fact, V's participation in reserve forces training does not mean that he has to enlist in the military again. Under South кσяєαn regulations, men are required to continue fulfilling their reserve training obligations for approximately eight years after completing their active military service. This is a general requirement that applies regardless of one's profession or public status.

V enlisted on December 11, 2023, and served in the Special Duty Team (SDT) of the Military Police under the 2nd Corps in Chuncheon, Gangwon Province. He was officially discharged on June 10, 2025. Therefore, by 2026, the singer had entered the reserve forces phase and was required to attend training sessions in accordance with regulations. The other BTS members will also have to fulfill similar obligations following their respective discharges.

The news also reminded fans of a detail from V's most recent livestream on November 9: one of his thumbs was bandaged, suggesting that he may have sustained an injury. Fans speculated that it could be related to his recent reserve forces training.

As the news spread, fans were left surprised and took to social media to share their reactions:

- His charm makes everyone turn their heads, but his pure heart makes everyone remember him. Taehyung is truly beautiful inside n out...

- I hope it's over now and he does not have to go there again but he still needs to return? At least it only last 1-2 days. I hope he can rest properly after this

- That's why he came, after training he came to have dinner, via Weverse, he's so sweet?

- Someone υиєχρє¢тє∂ly ran into Taehyung during reserve forces training in кσяєα! What a surprise encounter

- Bro came to serve face yesterday only to serve the country today omg my multitasking king

- His visuals are absolutely unreal, but what makes him even more special is his humble nature and kind heart. We love you, Taehyung!

- Taehyung is not only incredibly handsome but also has such a warm and genuine personality. He is truly one of a kind!

- So even after completing his military service, he still has reserve training to attend? That's definitely soмєтнing many international fans might not know

- Despite his incredibly busy schedule with BTS and his solo activities, Taehyung never neglects his responsibilities. He works so hard both as an artist and as a citizen. So proud of him

- World tours, personal projects, and reserve military training... Hard-working boy. Taehyung deserves all the love and respect in the world