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South Korean singer Kim Taehyung, popularly known as V, connects with Indian fans over Diwali, showing appreciation for their culture and festive traditions.
Indian fans of global K-pop sensation BTS were delighted after group member Kim Taehyung, popularly known as V, extended a special Diwali greeting in Hindi on November 8, 2026. The singer interacted with fans on the online platform Weverse, where he expressed curiosity about the festival and surprised them by wishing, Diwali Mubarak!
The interaction began when an Indian fan informed V about the festival and explained its significance. In response, the singer asked, “What kind of festival is Diwali? I’m curious.” His interest in learning about the celebration soon turned into a memorable exchange for Indian ARMY, the name given to BTS’ fan community.
The exchange continued as V reacted to other festive posts shared by fans. He noticed a photograph of gulab jamuns, a popular Indian sweet, and also came across AI-generated pictures featuring all seven BTS members dressed in colourful traditional Indian kurtas. The images depicted the group celebrating Diwali with diyas and fireworks.
Impressed by the fan-created visuals, V complimented the outfits, commenting, “Your clothes are pretty.” The image featured all seven members — RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jungkook.
The interaction quickly gained traction on social media, with Indian ARMYs expressing excitement over the singer’s interest in their culture. Several fans appreciated his willingness to learn about a festival celebrated by millions across India. His simple Hindi greeting became a particularly memorable moment for the fandom.
BTS, one of South Korea’s most popular music groups, enjoys a massive international following, with its dedicated fanbase known as ARMY. The group comprises seven members and has established a strong connection with fans across different countries through music and online interactions.
For Indian ARMYs, his curiosity about Diwali, appreciation of traditional attire and attempt to communicate in Hindi made the festival even more special.