BTS V captured fans' attention with a photo shoot for Cartier featured in the February issue of GQ Korea. On January 9th, GQ Korea released six teaser images of V's photo shoot titled "Me & You & V." This photo shoot features experimental clothing and styling, and fans expressed great shock and admiration immediately after its release.

One of the released images shows V with vivid red hair, wearing Cartier's silver panther face chain under his eyes. Another image captures him holding Cartier's silver double head panther bracelet elegantly between his fingers while bare-chested. The image that particularly drew fans' reactions showed him wearing a fur coat and high-waisted black pants without a top. In this photo, V sports tousled black hair and wears several delicate silver jewelry pieces from Cartier's latest collection.

The remaining three teaser images feature V in a high-neck long-sleeve top, showcasing both Cartier's silver and gold pieces, leaving a strong impression with vampire-inspired makeup. The February issue of GQ Korea will include six different covers and a 26-page photo spread.

Fans shared the photos enthusiastically on communities and social media. One fan exclaimed, "Stunning stunning stunning!" while another praised, "It's impossible to find an artist like Taehyung again. He is pure art itself." Compliments on the red hair also poured in. One fan said, "I'm captivated by how this fiery red hair color highlights his beautiful eyes," and another admired, "Red hair... that gaze... he has surpassed beauty."

Regarding V's unique charm, one fan said, "This should be illegal because he drives us crazy," and another stated, "Taehyung converses thru cameras with that fatal charm only he can deliver." Another fan enthusiastically shared, "Sorry, I'm speechless. He completely reinvents himself! Kim Taehyung, you don't even give us a moment to breathe."

Fans also commented on V's styling and poses, saying, "Kim Taehyung's perfect control, flawless silhouette. Every detail feels intentional, from the flow of the fabric to the calm intensity in his eyes," and reacted with, "THIS IS INSANE WORK."

Since his military discharge in June 2025, V has been actively pursuing his career. In July, he attended the Celine show in Paris and was appointed as Coca-Cola Korea's ambassador that same month. In October, he participated in Paris Fashion Week for the Celine 2026 Spring/Summer collection. Notably, at Vogue World 2025: Hollywood, he represented Korea by wearing the Hongokdae (red jade belt), a symbol of the Joseon Dynasty, drawing significant attention.

Additionally, V serves as an ambassador for the Japanese skincare brand YUNS and the Korean beauty brand TIRTIR. Through these diverse activities, V is solidifying his position as a global artist.