Big Mama's Lee Ji Young praises BTS's V (Kim Taehyung) gentlemanly behavior after meeting him at the 2024 Veterans Culture Festival

Kim Taehyung, aka V of BTS, has been spotted while fulfilling his military duties.

On June 9, Taehyung was seen politely greeting Lee Ji Young from the veteran group Big Mama while on patrol. She performed in Chuncheon for the 2024 Veterans Culture Festival.

Taehyung was dressed in his all-black uniform, reserved for the elite soldiers belonging to the anti-terrorism unit "Special Duty Team."

Lee Ji Young shared the video on her Instagram, recounting their interaction and expressing how pleasantly surprised she was by Taehyung's gentleness in person.

Lee Ji Young wrote:

"Today, after finishing my performance at the Chuncheon Veteran Culture Festival, a handsome soldier greeted me as I descended the stage. I realized he was BTS's V, my junior. 

His stage presence always impresses me, but seeing his gentleness off-stage was unexpected. Wearing his uniform, he looked even more magnificent. Though we didn't manage to take a photo due to the rush, thanks to Kuang for the video. 

I hope you complete your military service healthily and I look forward to seeing your wonderful self again."

In a post on theQoo with over 650 comments, netizens said:

"Did he personally go to say hello to his senior? It's crazy. Even though BTS is absolutely top tier, he is amazing."

"Wow, V's image seems to have changed. He had a delicate image before enlisting, but I feel he is very healthy and bright."

"I thought Taehyung was an idol, but he's more like an actor…"

"It's even cooler to see him actually working. He even went to say hello to his senior"

"I thought he was just a popular celebrity, but it's nice to see him because he seems like a polite young man."

"It's V no matter where he puts himself. Soooooooo AWESOME."

"After he joined the military, he's got a lot more manly charm."

"Taehyung has become a really cool guy now. Every time he appears after joining the army, it's amazing."

Delighted fans also shared their admiration and affection, expressing how handsome and cool Taehyung looks in the uniform. 

Taehyung is currently serving in the 'Double Dragons' unit of the Special Duty Team of the Military Police. He is scheduled to be discharged on June 10, 2025.