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Kim Taehyung, known to fans as BTS’s V, sparked online debate with photos of his military service. The images show him in a special black uniform, usually worn by SDT (Special Forces). This caused division among fans. While some celebrate their role in the elite unit, others believe that statues should not be involved in pro-military ‘propaganda’. Controversy arose after a propaganda video filmed by soldiers of the 2nd Army Corps in Chuncheon, Gangwon Province was posted on YouTube.
BTS V shows off their SDT charm in new video
On April 17, a South Korean pro-military advertisement featuring Kim Taehyung caused a stir on social media after photos went viral. V, the Winter Bear singer, exchanged his microphone for a set of firearms and fired them expertly, showing a new side of himself that fans had never seen before. That day, “Captain Korea” and “V” started trending rapidly on social media.
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Fans ‘not happy’ with promotional video
“So proud of him” and “He’s so good” – this is just military propaganda and forced recruitment. Are you all crazy? What are you really proud of?” one fan wrote on “It’s being used as a propaganda tool.”
In January, the Singularity crew was deployed to the Rok II Corps Military Police Unit, also known as the “Double Dragons” or Ssangyong Unit.
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‘This is not what BTS promoted’
ARMYs said they were “angry” and “disappointed” by V’s inclusion in the promotion video, calling it “military propaganda”. Some said it was in contrast to the group’s “Love Yourself” campaign for UNICEF and anti-violence speeches at the United Nations. The group has worked with the White House as well as the United Nations on issues such as Asian violence.
Armies protect Taehyung
Seeing their favorite idol receiving mixed reactions, some fans rallied to his defense and pointed out that everyone has their own personal beliefs. He also said that the opinions of BTS members may differ. Some people also said that because South Korea is a war-prone nation, they need to respect idols’ responsibilities as citizens. Since military service is mandatory in South Korea, people are expected to do their duty to their country.
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