K-pop icon Kim Taehyung, better known as BTS’ V, set the internet ablaze after subtly promoting Justin Bieber’s latest album, Swag, in a moody Instagram Story that quickly went viral.
On July 12, the BTS member posted a black-and-white video clip on Instagram showing himself relaxing in a small pool while Bieber’s track “Butterflies” played softly in the background. The artistic scene, which included a moment where V floats underwater while holding his breath, had fans captivated—not only by the visuals but also by the unexpected music choice.
The Story instantly sent ARMY and Beliebers into overdrive, fueling a wave of reactions across social media platforms.
“Taehyung in the water, Justin Bieber in the background, and us? Floating in our feelings,” one fan wrote on X.
Another chimed in, “V sharing Justin Bieber’s ‘Butterflies’ on his Insta Story is such a mood. That song’s smooth vibes totally suit Taehyung’s taste.”
A third quipped, “My boy never beats the Belieber allegations.”
The attention comes just a day after Justin Bieber dropped his surprise 21-track album Swag on July 11. While fans were already buzzing about the release, V’s subtle endorsement brought an added boost of global interest to the track “Butterflies”, which is now gaining momentum in streaming charts thanks to the BTS star’s influence.
With this unexpected nod from Taehyung, speculation about a potential BTS x Bieber collaboration is once again swirling online. Both artists share a history of mutual respect, and fans have long hoped for a musical crossover between the two global sensations.
As of now, neither Bieber nor V has officially commented on the viral moment—but the possibility of a future project has fans holding their breath in anticipation.
