On August 5, V took to his personal social media account to share a series of selfies and photos updating fans on his recent activities, along with the intriguing caption: "It’s rather quiet, isn’t it? It's alright to cry your heart out sob sob." One of the standout photos featured his Halftime Show access pαѕѕ for the FIFA World Cup Final. Showing off his razor-sharp side profile and flawlessly sculpted features that looked almost computer-generated (CG), the image left fans in αωє, with many calling him "a face genius."
V also proved why he is regarded as a true "master of the stage." Dressed in a striking red jacket layered over a black tank top, with sweat-soaked blond hair, his piercing gaze and commanding stage presence perfectly captured the electrifying atmosphere of the performance. As if that wasn't enough, V also treated fans to several "boyfriend material" photos filled with warmth and charm. Taken in what appeared to be a hotel room, he wore a lightweight sweater while snapping high-angle selfies. His bare-faced look, paired with his large, melancholy eyes, created a captivating contrast that immediately won fans over.
However, one photo that has generated the most discussion among fans over the past few hours was the very first image in the post—a picture of the famous Miniature Goldendoodle, Stoney Blue!
Although it was simply a photo taken when V met the well-known dog at the airport while traveling to Boston after BTS's MetLife Stadium concerts, it immediately reminded many ARMYs of Yeontan, V's beloved dog who pαѕѕed away several years ago. Fans were especially convinced because V paired the post with the song "I Wish You Were Here" by Q. The combination of the dog's photo and the song's heartfelt title carried a strong sense of longing, leading many to believe that V was quietly expressing how much he still misses Yeontan.
Netizens soon shared emotional reactions, saying they were heartbroken to see that, despite Yeontan's pαѕѕing years ago, V seemingly hasn't stopped thinking about his beloved companion for even a single moment. One fan wrote: "Title of the song is " I wish you were here"... Taehyung. He will never gonna forget his yeontan baby". The other also emphasized: "Yeontan probably would be in some spots in the tour with TAE. You’re so missed Tannie".
Other fans also expressed similar sentiments: "The song choice… oh Taehyung", "Yeontan came to mind right way", "He is мιѕѕιиg Yeontan for sure", "Taehyung мιѕѕιиg Yeontan… I’m gonna cry all over again", "The way this post feels like a quiet message to Yeontan is so touching", "Imagine yeontan in arirang era",...
Although Yeontan is no longer here, his legacy continues to live on. Earlier this June, multiple media outlets reported that V currently holds the record for the most-liked Instagram post by a K-pop artist of all time—and notably, the star of that record-breaking post is none other than Yeontan. Originally uploaded on December 7, 2021, the photo of V's beloved dog has surpαѕѕed 20.8 million likes, a milestone that no other K-pop artist has achieved on the platform. The record stands as a testament to Yeontan's extraordinary impact on fans around the world.
Yeontan's fame has also been recognized by international media. Major broadcasters including Entertainment Tonight (CBS) and BBC have introduced him as one of the world's most famous dogs. Meanwhile, the UK's Metro newspaper and Entertainment Tonight host Denny Directo even referred to Yeontan as "the most famous dog in the world," highlighting the immense love he received from fans across the globe.
On Yeontan's birthday last year, the hashtag #ForeverWithYeontan reached No. 1 on the Worldwide Real-Time Trends chart, while the keyword "tannie" ranked No. 2. Beyond expressing their love for Yeontan on social media, V's fans also chose a meaningful way to honor his memory by making donations to animal welfare organizations around the world. In the United Kingdom, V's global fanbase V Union, together with KTH_UK, donated to the RSPCA. In ιтαℓу, fans made a donation to the Vegan Sanctuary Foundation in the names of V and Yeontan. In вяαzιℓ, V CREW BR contributed to the animal protection organization CEL. Meanwhile, V's fan community in ιи∂ια donated to the AWCS fund to support animals affected by devastating floods.
