BTS V breaks Instagram record with 65 million followers while enlisted, garners global attention and praise.
April/12/2024 12:03
V of BTS achieved a great feat while enlisted. Recently, V's personal Instagram followers surpassed 65 million. Prior to this, all members opened individual Instagram accounts in December 2021, garnering much attention. Subsequently, V broke the Guinness World Record by surpassing 10 million followers in approximately 4 hours and 52 minutes, the shortest period in history. His current 65 million followers is a record achieved in the fastest time in the world. V's Instagram has received reactions not only from fans but also from many people. According to the marketing platform HypeAuditor, V was the only Asian to be listed in the "Top 1000 Most Influential Influencers in the World." Despite currently serving in the military, he was the most searched K-POP star in the first quarter of Google Trends. Netizens who heard this news sent praises such as "Amazing to set a record during the 'military blank period'," "Different league in terms of numbers," "Emperor of SNS V," and "Just seeing his face is enjoyable." V was caught on camera watching a soccer match between Gangwon FC and FC Seoul at the Chuncheon Songam Sports Town during a general match of the K League 1 Split held on March 31. He is currently serving diligently as a member of the Military Police Special Forces under the direct control of the headquarters of the 2nd Army Corps in Chuncheon, Gangwon Province. ・"Enlisted" V of BTS appears in live broadcast in military uniform! Caught watching soccer match ・V of BTS, moments he wants to go back to? Reminiscing about debut showcase days "The most thrilling day" (with video) Photo=V's Instagram
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