BTS V Drops Sneak Peek Into Preps For ARIRANG World Tour In Candid Photo Dump

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amid preparations for a new album and an upcoming world tour, BTS members always find time to unwind. Offering a glimpse into that, Kim Taehyung - better known as V - shared a new photo dump on Instagram on February 7 giving fans a peek at the group’s fun moments. In one of the pics, the band members were seen preparing for their highly anticipated comeback their new album, ARIRANG world tour.

BTS V's candid photodump ahead of ARIRANG world

In the post, V shared a series of photos and videos with the caption, “January Owari, February Hajime.” The Japanese words owari (end) and hajime (beginning) reflected his mindset of closing one chapter and stepping into a new month.One image that stood out for fans showed the result of his My Music Age test, which pegged his musical taste at “82 years old.” The description noted his deep connection to late-1950s music, once again showcasing his well-known love for jazz and vintage pop. The post also offered glimpses into his everyday life, showing V relaxed and at ease, wandering city streets at night, enjoying bungeoppang, and sipping hot fish cake broth at a street stall. Dressed in a black coat, checked scarf, and horn-rimmed glasses, he gave off an effortless, classic charm. In the pic shared by V, we also got a sneak peek of the practise session ahead of ARIRANG world tour, featuring the bandmates - RM, JHope, Jungkook, Jin, V, Jimin and the artist himself too.

Fans' reactions

Fans were quick to react, praising his refined taste and down-to-earth moments, with many saying that even his simplest daily updates perfectly capture what makes V so uniquely himself. Sharing one of the pics, a fan said V's shoulder is the one she wants to lean on. Many others called the pics Boyfriend coded.

Countdown to ARIRANG starts

RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jungkook have officially reunited after completing their mandatory military service. Their much-awaited comeback will begin with the ARIRANG tour, featuring 81 shows across 34 cities worldwide between 2026 and 2027, the biggest K-pop world tour announced to date. Alongside the tour, BTS will release a new studio album on March 20, with Spotify pre-saves already creating strong buzz among fans.

BTS continue to break records

Meanwhile, the K-Pop band is continuing to break records. The septet have added yet another achievement to their remarkable journey. BTS has reportedly set a new benchmark by recording the highest single-show occupancy ever at London’s iconic Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.The milestone was confirmed by Live Nation UK, the official event organiser, which shared the update on its Instagram handle. According to the announcement, BTS has surpassed all previous records at the venue, drawing the largest crowd ever seen for a single show at the stadium. The achievement stands as a testament to the group’s immense international appeal and the unwavering support of their global fanbase, ARMY.BTS is scheduled to perform at the stadium on July 6 and 7, with an estimated total of around 1,20,000 fans expected to attend across the two days. Each night is anticipated to be a massive spectacle, featuring high-energy performances.