BTS’ V Expands Digital Presence with TikTok Launch, Fuels Fan Excitement for Upcoming Album

BTS member V, also known as Kim Taehyung, has officially joined TikTok, rapidly gaining a substantial following and igniting excitement among fans worldwide. The launch comes ahead of the release of his fifth full-length album, ‘ARIRANG,’ scheduled for March 20th, 2026, and is anticipated to further amplify the album’s promotion.

Rapid Follower Growth and Fan Reactions

V’s TikTok account, @tete_kimv, surpassed 434,000 followers within hours of its launch on March 13th, 2026, and exceeded 1 million followers later that day, according to foreign media reports. The account quickly attracted attention from other BTS members, with J-Hope and Jungkook among the first to follow.

Fans discovered V’s account through a series of interconnected events. Prior to the launch, Jungkook unfollowed most accounts on his TikTok, leaving only J-Hope and the official BTS account followed. Fans then noticed V’s account appearing in Jungkook’s following list, quickly identifying it as belonging to V.

The discovery sparked enthusiastic reactions online. One fan commented, “How can this happen? I found out about V’s TikTok through Jungkook and Jungkook’s Instagram through Taehyung.” Another fan expressed gratitude to J-Hope and Jungkook for “leaking” the account.

Anticipation for Dance Challenges and Future Content

V and Jungkook previously expressed interest in collaborating on a TikTok dance challenge during an interview with GQ, further fueling anticipation among fans. Excitement is building for the potential realization of this challenge, with fans expressing their readiness and enthusiasm online. One fan wrote, “Finally! The dance challenge is coming. I’m looking forward to it,” while another stated, “The TikTok challenge is coming, I’m completely ready.”

Expanding BTS’ TikTok Presence

With V’s addition, BTS now has three members with personal TikTok accounts – V, J-Hope, and Jungkook. This expansion of the group’s presence on the platform is expected to enhance engagement with fans and provide a new avenue for sharing content.

Lee Jung and V’s Collaborative Dance Projects

V’s recent dance collaborations with choreographer Lee Jung have garnered significant attention. Lee Jung has praised V’s dedication to dance, describing him as humble and hardworking. She noted that despite his multifaceted role as an artist, V’s passion for dance is comparable to her own, stating, “He’s someone I genuinely seem up to — a true role model for me.”

Their synergy on screen has left fans eager for future collaborations, potentially including official BTS choreographies or new dance projects.

As V prepares for the release of ‘ARIRANG,’ his TikTok activity is expected to play a key role in promoting the album and connecting with fans globally.