BTS's V continues to prove he's one of the most influential stars in the world, especially in Asia. Even while serving in the military, his popularity remains unmatched.
According to HypeAuditor, as of October 2024, V is ranked 6th in the "Top 1000 Most Influential Influencers Worldwide." This puts him in the same league as global icons like Cristiano Ronaldo, Taylor Swift, Selena Gomez, Lionel Messi, and Kylie Jenner. Impressively, V holds the highest spot among Asian stars.
On Instagram, V has 65.9 million followers, with a significant portion coming from the U.S. His engagement rate is an incredible 16.81%, the highest among global celebrities, even though his comments are restricted. V’s posts in 2024, despite his military service, still drew over 11 million likes on average, showing how strong his connection is with fans.
His influence extends beyond Instagram. On Wikipedia, V ranked 7th among the most-viewed male pop stars, and he was the 4th most-searched male pop star on Google in 2024. Even though he’s taking a break for military duties, V’s name keeps popping up alongside legends like Michael Jackson, Eminem, and Justin Bieber.
Though V’s success speaks for itself, his thoughtful moments also resonate deeply with his fans. Recently, he congratulated Korean writer Han Kang, who became the first Korean to win the Nobel Prize in Literature. V shared, "I read your book The Boy is Coming in the military. Congratulations." His words touched many, showing that despite all his global fame, he still takes time to reflect on meaningful experiences.
Even while he's away, V’s influence continues to grow, proving that his impact is more than just numbers—it’s about the heartfelt connection he shares with his fans and the world.
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