BTS member Kim Taehyung, aka V, still has his fans totally hooked despite being in the military. On March 23, 2025, he posted an update about his fitness journey, and what a change there was.
Fitness Update and Weight Loss Reveal
Taehyung went to Weverse to post two gym photos, exhibiting his muscular build. In the first photo, he took a mirror selfie sitting on a chest press machine, wearing a grey vest, yellow beanie, and brown pants. His biceps were easily distinguishable, and his headphones complemented the relaxed look. The second photo saw him leaning forward, gripping an EZ bar, again showcasing his muscular build.
With the pictures, V announced he had shed 10 kg (22 lbs), saying, “So recently…! I lost a lot of weight, right? I lost 10 kg…hahahaha. I’ll keep putting in the work.” His update immediately generated buzz on social media.
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Fan Reactions to Taehyung’s Transformation
The internet soon blew up with praise from his dedicated fans. ARMYs poured into the comments with praise for his fitness devotion and how he looked. A fan commented, “Oh wow, he is so good-looking, and I don’t know what to say. I’m enchanted.” Others shared their full support, saying, “Still beautiful and healthy as always!!! Losing or not losing kg, you are a sweetheart.”
Another fan noted how V’s physical transformation can be in preparation for BTS’ upcoming comeback concerts, citing the need to be in prime physical shape for live performances.
#V shares the most gorgeous pic while working out at the gym, and trends at #1 WORLDWIDE on X with KIM TAEHYUNG…️♂️1⃣✖️ pic.twitter.com/UrBYA7MTei
— World Music Awards (@WORLDMUSICAWARD) March 23, 2025
Taehyung’s Military Journey and Fitness Goals
Taehyung enlisted in December of 2023 and is serving at the 2nd Infantry Division in Chuncheon. His fitness journey has been well-chronicled by fans, with V having earlier spoken about his aim of raising his weight to 86 kg (189 lbs) so that he could gain strength for military service. Fans look forward to his return in June 2025.
방탄소년단 뷔, 10kg 뺐는데 근육질 탄탄 몸매..’캡틴 코리아’ 피지컬 (출처 : 네이버 연예) https://t.co/tsCKtFVdaX
뷔는 한 팬이 “태형아 보고 싶어 빨이 와서 우리랑 놀자!”라는 글을 보고 “그래요!”라고 화답해 팬들을 반갑게 했다. 이어 다른 팬이 “사진을 많이 보여주셍#뷔 #방탄소년단뷔 #V pic.twitter.com/F4foqW5r2O— GaliaK (@galin_a27) March 24, 2025
