The BTS star is trading the stage for the screen in a new romantic short film dropping this week.
Fans who have waited nearly ten years to see Kim Taehyung act again are finally getting their wish. The BTS member stars as the lead in a new short film called “That Night, Our Decaf,” made in partnership with Compose Coffee, the South Korean coffee brand where he serves as brand ambassador.
The project came as a surprise to many. Rumors started spreading back in late February 2026 when someone spotted V filming at a high school in Seoul. Photos online showed him wearing a school uniform and walking beside a woman in a similar outfit. People did not know if it was for a music video, a drama, or an advertisement. Now, the answer is finally here.
What Is ‘That Night, Our Decaf’ About?
The short film tells a story of two high school students whose lives connect during a late-night stop for decaf coffee. The brand released a teaser video showing V standing at a takeout counter, waiting for his order. A woman with long black hair walks in and orders the same drink. He looks at her with a surprised expression as if he recognizes her.
The poster for the film shows V sitting in a classroom wearing a school uniform. He rests his chin on his hand while a female student sits nearby, looking away. The tagline on the brand’s website reads, “That day, our brightest moment”.
The story focuses on emotional tension, secret feelings, and how two people grow close over something as simple as a cup of coffee. The brand has not shared the full runtime, but the film is expected to be a short romantic piece created mainly for promotional purposes.
Meet the Female Lead: Park Jimin
The actress playing opposite V is named Park Jimin. Her name caught immediate attention because it matches exactly with V’s BTS bandmate and close friend, Jimin (Park Jimin).
Fans found this coincidence both funny and surprising. Social media lit up with reactions after the poster revealed her name.
“No way… bro, what are the odds. OMG, soulmates in every universe,” one fan wrote.
“Wait… the actress starring with Taehyung is named Park Jimin. I don’t believe that’s a coincidence,” another commented.
Some fans joked about the possibility of romantic scenes. Others simply could not believe the timing of such a perfect name match. The actress Park Jimin is not related to the BTS member. She is a young actress taking on her first major role in a brand film.
When and Where to Watch
“That Night, Our Decaf” comes out on April 10, 2026. The short film will be available on Compose Coffee’s official social media channels and YouTube page. The brand has not announced a specific release time yet.
For fans in different parts of the world, the release date is the same. Viewers in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, and India will all be able to watch it online for free as soon as the brand posts it.
This is V’s first acting project since his role in the 2016 historical drama “Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth.” That show marked his acting debut, where he played a supporting character named Seok Han-sung. Nearly ten years later, fans are excited to see him take on a lead role, even in a short film.
Fans React to V’s Acting Comeback
The announcement brought thousands of reactions from ARMY members around the world. Many expressed their excitement about seeing V act again after such a long break.
“Taehyung has my whole heart,” one fan wrote.
“The beautiful gaze of Taehyung,” another commented.
“Actor Taehyung is sooooo back,” said a fan.
“Taehyung’s charm turns a simple coffee ad into something unforgettable,” another fan added.
Japanese fans also shared their thoughts after the teaser dropped. One wrote, “I can’t wait until April 10,” while another said, “My heart was captured in the first second”.
The short film arrives during a very busy time for BTS. The group released their new album “ARIRANG” on March 20, 2026. They also held a free comeback concert at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul. A documentary called “BTS: The Return” recently came out on Netflix, showing the members reuniting in Los Angeles to work on the album.
BTS starts their world tour on April 9, 2026, in Goyang, South Korea. The tour will run through March 2027, covering many cities across the globe. V will balance the tour promotions with this short film release.
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A Smart Move for Compose Coffee
Compose Coffee picked V as their brand ambassador in 2024. The brand has seen major growth since then. In late March 2026, Compose Coffee opened its first store in Taiwan. The store had a soft opening on March 30, with the official opening set for April 14.
On the first day of the soft opening, people started lining up at 8 AM, even though the store opened at 9 AM. The store sold about one drink every 20 seconds. Customers waited around two hours just to get their coffee. Many people shared photos of their cups with V’s face on the sleeve. Some joked online that waiting two hours meant it would be faster to just fly to Korea for the drink.
The short film will likely bring even more attention to the brand. Compose Coffee is also running a special collaboration menu with BTS until April 13, though it is only available at select locations.
V’s return to acting, even for a short brand film, has reminded fans of his skills beyond music. His 2016 role in “Hwarang” showed his potential as an actor. Now, with this new project, viewers will get to see how he has grown.
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