Eriko Kitagawa, a veteran writer in the Japanese drama industry, expressed interest in BTS member V. Kitagawa posted a photo of V on her X (formerly Twitter) account with the caption, "Who is this person? If anyone knows, please tell me." The photo is a scene from the 'PARADISE CITY' campaign video currently being displayed on large billboards at major subway stations in Tokyo, such as Ginza Station and Omotesando Station.

In this advertisement, V portrayed a unique concept as a resort cleaner, showcasing visuals set against a luxurious resort backdrop. Eriko Kitagawa is a renowned Japanese drama writer who has penned numerous hits such as Long Vacation, 1 Litre of Tears, and Orange Days. She has also received the Mukoda Kuniko Award and contributed to works that helped Takuya Kimura rise to stardom. Due to this background, Kitagawa's interest in V has attracted even more attention.

After confirming V's identity through fans' replies, Eriko Kitagawa expressed her amazement in a follow-up post, saying, "I knew BTS, but I didn't realize it was the same person. Truly amazing." She also praised the advertisement, stating, "There were many posters on the platform, and the scene was so overwhelming that I couldn't help but ask." Local netizens responded with comments like, "Thank you so much for showing interest in Taehyung," and "You must look up BTS," leading the post to gain high views and become a hot topic.

BTS is scheduled to release their fifth full-length album, ARIRANG, on March 20. On the following day, March 21, at 8 p.m., they will hold a large-scale comeback performance at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul. This will be the first time a specific artist holds a solo concert at Gwanghwamun Square. Due to the global fandom and the nature of the free outdoor concert, it is expected that up to 200,000 people will gather at the site on the day.

V's appearance in the advertisement and BTS's comeback news have become major topics among fans in both Japan and Korea. Eriko Kitagawa's mention has further highlighted V's global recognition. BTS has established itself as an influential artist worldwide, and their activities are receiving enthusiastic attention from fans.

V's unique visuals and Eriko Kitagawa's interest are breaking down the boundaries between the Japanese drama industry and K-pop. The popularity of K-pop continues to rise in Japan, with BTS at the center. BTS's music and performances are loved by fans worldwide, and they are creating new trends by blending various cultural elements.

Eriko Kitagawa's recent remarks are seen as a reaffirmation of the global influence of BTS and K-pop. Fans are expressing high expectations for V's activities and BTS's future plans, and their comeback performance will mark another milestone. BTS's musical achievements and communication with fans are expected to continue moving forward.