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On December 1, 2024, Kim Taehyung, aka V's behind-the-scene video of filming Winter Ahead, was released on BTS' official YouTube channel, BANGTANTV. The track was originally released on November 29 and is the musician's first collaboration with South Korean artist Park Hyo-shin.
The latest behind-the-scene jacket shoot gave fans a glimpse of the BTS singer's process, discussions, and moments while filming the 6-minute, 22-second-long music video. Fans observed that he was being considerate toward his co-star, actress Aida Atrassa while rehearsing their scenes together.
The BTS idol kept checking up on her and ensured she was comfortable being so close to him. Fans were impressed by the Grammy-nominated musician's thoughtfulness in ensuring not to violate Aida's personal space without her consent. The clip went viral online as admirers lauded Taehyung as a "gentleman."
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One fan wrote on X:
"He's such a gentleman"
Supporters noted how BTS' V even sought permission from Aida Atrassa before doing the scene where he had to stare at her for a long time.
"Manner hands and permission to stare," one fan noted.
"Wae!!!! He’s such a gentleman I love this so much!! I can’t wait until he’s in a drama!!" another fan said.
"It's the way Taehyung was so considerate and gentle yet very professional with his co-actress," another fan added.
Others highlighted that V also made sure that his other co-stars and background actors wouldn't get overshadowed by him.
"Taehyung is so nice. the way he gave the staff an idea about their blockings so that the actors with him would be seen too, not only him," a fan wrote.
"Taehyung asking his co-actor if she’s doing well. They are looking out for each other during shooting that’s so cute," another fan emphasized.
"What a gentleman," another fan added.
BTS' Taehyung's and Park Hyo-shin's Winter Ahead is a story of reflection and loneliness
Winter Ahead is a soulful duet by BTS' Kim Taehyung (V) and the South Korean ballad singer Park Hyo-shin. The track is part of the BTS singer's tradition of releasing winter-themed songs that resonate deeply with his fans, following hits like Christmas Tree, Winter Bear, and Snow Flower.
Set against the melancholic yet hopeful winter backdrop, Winter Ahead tells a poignant story of letting go and moving forward. The music video begins with V walking alone through a forest, symbolizing his journey through loneliness.
The narrative interweaves scenes of a past love, portrayed by actress Aida Atrassa, and the BTS idol's journey toward finding inner peace amid the cold, barren landscape. However, the music video ends with a plot twist as the idol realizes that he was himself a figment of his own imagination.
He realizes that his memories with Aida, dancing with other people, and celebrating his birthday with them were all just the real V's imagination, who is lonely and lives alone. Additionally, the lyrics, penned by renowned Grammy-winning songwriter Jesse Harris (famous for Norah Jones’ Don’t Know Why), delve into themes of nostalgia and hope.
On December 6, 2024, BTS' V will release White Christmas, a duet with the late Bing Crosby.
