Ahead of BTS’ V aka Kim Taehyung’s 29th birthday, ARMYs paint South Korea purple; special Yeontan tribute wins hearts

Preparations for BTS member V aka Kim Taehyung’s 29th birthday are currently in full swing in South Korea where fans have painted cities purple in high anticipation. For those who may not be aware, the colour purple represents love, trust, and loyalty within the BTS fandom after Taehyung coined the term ‘I purple you’ to express his admiration for his fans, known as ARMYs.

BTS fans are going all out to celebrate V’s birthday on December 30th. As part of the birthday project, fans worldwide have come together to decorate subways, streets, and even his military base with around 70 billboards and banners, showcasing their love and appreciation for the K-pop idol.

BTS’ V’s birthday: Fans decorate Taehyung’s military base with birthday banners

To commemorate BTS member V’s 29th birthday on December 30th, ARMYs have planned a thoughtful and elaborate celebration. As a tribute to the singer, fans have carefully coordinated a banner advertisement event, scheduled to take place in close proximity to the Ssangyong unit where V is currently serving his military duty, in a gesture of love, appreciation, and support.

As part of V’s week-long birthday celebration from December 24th to December 31st, the area surrounding the Chuncheon Ssangyong unit and the nearby SDT barracks have been decorated with numerous banners, mostly purple, with messages like ‘Happy V Day’ and ‘BTS V HBD’ written over them.

Special tribute to Yeontan

Fans noticed how most of the birthday wishes banners for Taehyung included his pictures with his pet dog Yeontan who passed away last month. The singer announced the heartbreaking news with an emotional post, saying Tannie has embarked on a journey to dog stars, as he asked fans to keep his late furry friend in prayers. He also paid a tribute to Yeontan in his song White Christmas with Bing Crosby.

Meanwhile, buses wrapped with Taehyung and Tannie’s pictures were also parked in front of the HYBE building to celebrate the Winter Bear singer’s birthday.

Additionally, 160 blessings for Taehyung are being displayed on 160 DID lightbox screens along Subway Line 2 and Line 4 in the Seoul subway, spreading love and well-wishes to the K-pop idol throughout the city.

About BTS’ V’s military service

BTS’ V enlisted in December 2023, along with other members of the group, and is expected to be discharged in June 2025. As part of his service, the singer has been deployed with Special Task Force (SDT), a counter-terrorism unit under the 2nd Corps. Despite his absence from the public scene, fans are showing their support and love for him through various birthday projects and celebrations.

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