“Will BTS’ Taehyung Become the Next Sergeant Kim?” – Fans React to Viral Speculation on His Possible Promotion to Corporal

Kim Taehyung, known as V from BTS, has recently sparked interest among fans concerning rumors of his promotion to Corporal in the South Korean military. This speculation gained traction following his appearance at an orchestral event, dressed in military attire. The distinct insignia present on his uniform led many to assume that he may have already attained the Corporal rank.

One enthusiastic fan commented on X,

“The buzz about BTS V’s possible promotion is becoming quite sensational. Could he be the next Sergeant Kim??? What are your thoughts?”

Fans expressed their delight upon seeing V at the orchestra, as it provided a rare opportunity to view him during his compulsory military service. His three black stripes, which generally indicate the rank of Corporal, attracted considerable attention on social media.

“Taehyung is now a Corporal (상병)! He ought to have received this promotion in August. Seeing his three stripes is fantastic! His next rank will be Sergeant (병장) before he discharges with four stripes,”one fan posted on X.

“For those unaware, Taehyung earned his Corporal stripes in August, changing from two to three stripes. The Sergeant rank is the highest before discharge, so once we see him with four stripes, it will signal his departure from military service,”another user elaborated.

A wave of congratulatory messages filled X, with fans expressing how proud they are of V.

“SO PROUD OF YOU CAPTAIN TAEHYUNG,”one fan declared.

“A Corporal with three stripes signifies he’s a sergeant, doesn’t it? Regardless, I’m beyond proud. I admire Tae so much—his success drives me to cheer him on. Congratulations, Taehyung!”another fan remarked.

“Taetae, making strides in the barracks too! Congratulations, Taehyung,”one user shared on X.

“Congrats on your promotion to Corporal! Can’t wait to see you finish your service as Sgt. Taehyung,”another fan excitedly stated.

BTS’ Taehyung Graces Military Orchestra, Fuels Promotion Discussions Among Fans

Recently, V attended an orchestra performance with his fellow soldiers. Dressed in military uniform and a face mask, he was seen enjoying the event alongside his comrades. Since enlisting, the ‘Rainy Days’ singer has largely remained out of the public eye during his military duty.

Fans are eager for sightings of him performing his military tasks. Observant fans quickly noted the three stripes on his uniform at this orchestral gathering, further sparking speculation about his potential promotion to Corporal.

The ‘Slow Dancing’ artist commenced his military service in December 2023, with promotions to Corporal typically based on service duration and military performance. Based on conventional promotion timelines, Taehyung would have qualified for promotion by August 2024.

This information aligns with the ongoing buzz, although no formal announcement has verified his promotion yet. If confirmed, the next step for V would be to achieve the rank of Sergeant, which is indicated by four stripes, before his service concludes.

His active participation in cultural activities during his service has further endeared him to fans. The BTS fandom, known as ARMY, has expressed immense pride in his military and cultural endeavors, eagerly looking forward to his comeback after his service ends.

The enlistment of V, along with other BTS members RM, Jimin, and Jungkook, was officially disclosed by BIGHIT Entertainment in November 2023. Taehyung began his service on December 11, 2023, and underwent rigorous training alongside RM.

After completing his training, he was allocated to the Ssangyong Unit within the 2nd Corps on February 8, 2024. He currently serves in the Military Police Corps’ Special Task Force. Fans have been closely monitoring his journey, anticipating updates on his service and counting down to the eventual reunion of BTS.

BTS members, including V, RM, Jimin, and Jungkook, are expected to complete their military service by 2025, following J-hope’s discharge in October 2024. Jin completed his service earlier this year in June.

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