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BTS Star V Completes 18-Month Military Service After Award-Winning Solo Run

His service featured award-winning solo releases paired with a 200 million-won wildfire relief donation.

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Overview

  • V completed his 18-month mandatory service on June 10, 2025, and was officially discharged that day.
  • He released his first solo album, Layover, in September 2023 and the English single FRI(END)S in March 2024, both earning top chart placements without active promotions.
  • V received major accolades including the Main Award at the 33rd Seoul Music Awards and Favorite Debut Album at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards.
  • His music video “Love Me Again” surpassed 100 million YouTube views and he featured in IU’s “Love Wins All” MV, which attracted over 95 million views.
  • In March 2025, V donated 200 million Korean Won to the Korean Red Cross for wildfire relief efforts.