Fans of BTS’ Taehyung, known as V, are voicing their dissatisfaction with BigHit Music’s lack of communication regarding his recent nomination for the 2025 USEN Awards in Japan. On April 22, it was announced that Taehyung is nominated for the Special Award: Oshi-Katsu Request Artist of the Year at the Music Awards Japan 2024, a significant event organized by USEN.
This nomination, which is determined by fan votes and song requests, ignited considerable excitement among the BTS ARMY. However, it was quickly followed by confusion as BigHit Music, the agency representing Taehyung, failed to issue any official statements or acknowledgments about this milestone. This absence of response has led to widespread speculation and concern among fans.
In contrast, TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) received recognition for their nomination through their official account, which further highlighted BigHit’s silence on Taehyung’s achievement. Such a stark difference has not gone unnoticed, prompting many fans to express their frustrations and disappointment on social media platforms.
Many fans have taken to social media to voice their concerns over BigHit Music’s perceived neglect of Taehyung’s solo accomplishments. Some have accused the agency of failing to provide proper support during this time of military enlistment.
One fan stated,
“He deserves so much better. They don’t appreciate him the way he deserves, and it’s clear as day.”
Another netizen remarked,
“We have seen this recurring pattern of neglect for too long! A USEN nomination is a huge achievement, and Taehyung deserves to be celebrated. Why the silence, BigHit?”
Fans are increasingly vocal about their dissatisfaction with the agency’s lack of promotional efforts. Comments include:
“BIGHIT MUSIC, what are your responsibilities if you can’t even share basic acknowledgments of Taehyung’s successes?”
“Music Awards Japan is one of the biggest accolades in Japan. It’s absurd for BigHit to ignore V’s nomination. If he’s no longer part of your roster, please clarify this to his fans!”
Despite the significance of the nomination, which highlights Taehyung’s impact within the music industry, the silence from both the agency and official BTS channels has left many disappointed. Fans assert that his solo work, particularly with the inclusion of the song “Winter Ahead,”should be acknowledged and celebrated.
Commenting on the situation, another fan stated,
“This is just unacceptable. The company needs to acknowledge Kim Taehyung’s USEN nomination as the artist #V. The ARMY fandom should rally around him without any issues!”
BTS’ Taehyung Excels Musically During Military Service
Amidst these discussions, Taehyung continues to advance in his military service, which commenced on December 11, 2023. He enlisted alongside fellow BTS member RM and currently serves as an active-duty soldier in the South Korean Army. Following his basic training, V qualified for the elite Special Duty Team (SDT) within the 2nd Military Police Corps.
His exemplary performance has earned him a recent promotion to sergeant, a milestone he has shared with fans through heartfelt letters on Weverse, despite his limited public presence.
Taehyung has managed to maintain a connection with the music world even while serving. In 2024, he released three tracks: “Fri(end)s,”a duet titled “Winter Ahead”with Park Hyo-shin, and a festive remix of “White Christmas”featuring Bing Crosby’s iconic vocals. Each of these releases has garnered considerable acclaim.
“Fri(end)s”has made a notable mark, reaching No. 65 on the Billboard Hot 100 and climbing to No. 5 on the Billboard Global 200. Meanwhile, “Winter Ahead”has made history as the first K-pop jazz track to chart on the Hot 100.
The remix of “White Christmas,”released on December 7, 2024, celebrates the 81st anniversary of the original and achieved No. 1 status on both the Worldwide and European iTunes Song Charts. This underscores Taehyung’s substantial and enduring influence in the global music scene.
Looking ahead, BTS’ Taehyung is anticipated to complete his military service on June 10, 2025, alongside RM, while Jungkook and Jimin are expected to be discharged the following day. Meanwhile, SUGA is slated to finish his service later in June. As the end of his enlistment approaches, fans eagerly await the next chapter in this multifaceted artist’s career.