BTS’ V has once again charmed his fans and peers with his humble personality, this time impressing bodybuilder Ma Sun Ho. In a recent YouTube video uploaded by Kim Jong Kook, Ma Sun Ho shared his experience of working out with the K-pop superstar and revealed how V’s genuine nature left a lasting impression on him.
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On "Gym Jongkook", Ma Sunho & Kim Jongkook talk about @BTS_twt V:
JK: You trained with V again. How many followers did you gain? SH: Well, I post one photo & gained 40k followers. JK: V has a good personality. SH: Because of Jongkookie Hyungnim, I also got to know… pic.twitter.com/bgzhJjppv7
On October 13, 2024, Kim Jong Kook uploaded a new video to his YouTube channel, GYM JONG KOOK, featuring bodybuilder Ma Sun Ho. During their conversation, BTS’ V, whose real name is Kim Taehyung, was brought up, and Ma Sun Ho shared his thoughts about spending time with the idol. According to Ma Sun Ho, V has a remarkably down-to-earth personality, and the two have been working out together lately. He mentioned how dedicated V is to his fitness routine, showing just how committed the singer is to maintaining a healthy lifestyle despite his busy schedule.
Ma Sun Ho’s interaction with V also resulted in a surge of social media attention. After he posted a selfie with the singer, his Instagram following increased by a whopping 40,000. The bodybuilder was both surprised and amused by this sudden spike in followers, attributing it to the immense global popularity of BTS and V himself.
Kim Jong Kook’s Friendly Teasing and Admiration for V
The video also showed the lighthearted side of the conversation when Kim Jong Kook teased Ma Sun Ho for calling V by his real name, Taehyung, rather than using the typical honorifics. Ma Sun Ho, caught off guard, apologized and playfully considered switching back to more formal speech. Kim Jong Kook joined in by praising V, not only for his pleasant demeanor but also for his recent interest in fitness, which has become a significant focus for the artist in his spare time.
V’s Solo Career and Recent Projects
V, who debuted as part of BTS alongside RM, J-Hope, Jimin, Jungkook, Jin, and Suga, officially launched his solo career in 2023 with the album Layover. The album featured the title track Slow Dancing, and fans were treated to additional pre-release singles such as Love Me Again and Rainy Days. Despite currently fulfilling his military service, V continues to maintain his connection with fans through various projects.
He has released several pieces of content for his followers to enjoy during his absence, including music videos and photoshoots. In 2023, V made a cameo appearance on the travel show Are You Sure?!, which featured BTS members Jimin and Jungkook.
V also played a major role in the music video for IU’s latest song, Love Wins All, portraying her love interest. Moreover, his recent English single FRI(END)S, along with its music video, gained massive attention and has since garnered over 300 million streams on Spotify, further cementing V’s position as a top solo artist.
BTS V’s Influence on Social Media
The overwhelming response to Ma Sun Ho’s Instagram post with V showcases the global influence of the K-pop idol. With 40,000 new followers in a short time, it is clear that V’s charm transcends beyond music, reaching fitness enthusiasts and broader audiences alike.
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