BTS member V (Kim Taehyung) has once again solidified his reputation as an ‘SNS King’ by achieving unprecedented records on TikTok.
On May 1st, V shared a highly anticipated video on TikTok, captioned ‘Tampa!’, offering fans a captivating glimpse into BTS’s electrifying concert held in Tampa, Florida, USA.
The mesmerizing video seamlessly transitions from V’s pre-concert soundcheck to the thrilling main performance. This highly engaging content exploded in popularity, reaching an astounding 10 million views in just four hours, attracting a massive enthusiastic response from fans worldwide.
Since launching his official TikTok account on March 13th, V has consistently impressed fans with his innovative and diverse video content, always striving to move beyond simple dance challenges. His exceptional talent for short-form video creation was evident even before TikTok; during his active days on the Dubsmash app, many proclaimed, “No one can beat V,” highlighting his unique flair.
To date, V has uploaded a total of eight TikTok videos, an impressive five of which have already surpassed 10 million likes. This remarkable achievement marks the highest record among all Korean TikTok accounts in 2026, unequivocally cementing his status as ‘RECORD MAKER V’ in the digital realm.
Notably, V doesn’t merely follow existing trends; he actively pioneers new TikTok challenges and creative concepts. Despite encountering challenges like occasional shadowbanning and issues with Instagram link integration – which V himself has admitted make TikTok feel difficult – his innovative ideas are frequently hailed as ‘devilish talent’ by fans and critics alike.
V’s TikTok account rapidly amassed 10 million followers in just 19 days, setting a new record for the fastest growth by a Korean male celebrity. Currently, his follower count stands at an impressive 13.52 million. V continues to make significant waves on TikTok, earning him the top spot as the ‘most influential influencer worldwide’ and solidifying his global impact.
