V – the global superstar who was already famous and sought after even before his enlistment – has shown that his charisma has not diminished in the slightest since completing his military service. Fans have remained eager for his return to full activities, and the clearest proof of this was his overwhelming appearance at CELINE’s event on July 6 during Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week.
Recently, V’s undeniable talent and influence on the international stage became even more evident when he created a sensation with the announcement of his ceremonial first pitch at the Los Angeles Dodgers’ Major League Baseball (MLB) game on August 25. The club officially confirmed the news on its social media accounts.
The Dodgers have a tradition of inviting celebrities to throw the ceremonial first pitch, opening a game by delivering the ball to home plate. Interestingly, V’s appearance comes just two days before soccer star Son Heung Min does the same.
However, among the celebrities, V may be the most impressive ceremonial pitcher when considering his influence and the Dodgers’ ticket sales. According to StubHub, one of the largest ticketing platforms in the United States, ticket sales nearly quintupled overnight after news broke that V would throw the opening pitch.
Within just minutes, ticketing platforms experienced a mαѕѕive surge in traffic. The website even temporarily crashed. This sudden spike in demand highlighted the unparalleled influence of this star, which extends far beyond music and entertainment to permeate αмєяι¢αn pop culture.
StubHub expressed amazement on its social media: "Dodgers ticket sales jumped 5× overnight on StubHub after V from BTS was announced to throw the first pitch on August 25th, making the Dodgers the #1 most searched MLB team this week."
The Los Angeles Dodgers also became the most searched MLB team of the week following the announcement of V’s appearance before the game against the Cincinnati Reds.
Fans quickly took to social media to share their reactions. They celebrated the news and his immense influence. Many described the ticket sales boom as proof of the BTS superstar’s “Midas touch.”
Meanwhile, some pointed out that this was entirely predictable given his global reach. Others joked that even StubHub felt the “undeniable effect,” wishing good luck to fans still scrambling to secure seats:
- I love how Army NEVER overreacts! See yall at the game!!!
- Taehyung really is the most relevant male from south korea, he’s bigger then kpop for real, no wonder everyone wants his clout
- omg his power is insaneeeeee. god the most powerful asiannnn. btw the edit is getting me
- We're not surprised by how the Dodgers game grew in popularity because it's Kim Taehyung #V we're talking about. We're sure the tickets will be completely sold out before game day TAEHYUNG AT DODGER STADIUM #VXDODGERS
- Oh even stubhub is aware of his power. Good luck to those still getting tickets! StubHub gives good prices
- True impact speaks for itself and the evidence is undeniable. V AT DODGERS STADIUM TAEHYUNG AT DODGERS STADIUM #TaehyungxDodgers #VxDodgers
- Dodgers didn’t just book V—they booked history. Taehyung effect in full swing. V AT DODGERS STADIUM TAEHYUNG AT DODGERS STADIUM PROUD OF YOU TAEHYUNG #TaehyungxDodgers #VxDodgers
- Think about the people who bought the ticket just to see him for 5 minutes… now imagine his world tour next year…
- Taehyung effect on full swing! History is about to be made.
- Everyone’s eager just to catch a glimpse of Kim Taehyung — a full stadium tour is not just a want, it’s a necessity now.
- I mean. Dodgers Stadium might as well make a Purple Booze drink and earn extra money from ARMY too.
