On January 17, 2025, the media outlet G1. A1. News reported that BTS' Kim Taehyung concluded his extreme cold weather training, reportedly under -20°C with the 2nd Corps, leaving the fandom proud. The 2nd Army Corps underwent extreme cold weather training from January 6 to January 17, 2025, in Chuncheon, Hwacheon, and Hongcheon, respectively.
According to the report, the training was conducted to establish and strengthen combat readiness in the extreme cold, where the temperature dropped to minus 20 degrees Celsius. The unit also planned and prepared equipment, troops, and vehicles in advance as they traveled through national and provincial roads. This was done to avoid potential accidents and damages, and subsequently, they began training.
As the Blue and Grey singer concluded his cold weather training, the fandom expressed pride in BTS' Kim Taehyung. They took to social media to celebrate his latest milestone. Excitedly, an X user tweeted that V was an inspiration for them and stated:
"Let's goooo! He is such an inspiration. I can't wait for him to post something. I miss him."
The fandom welcomed BTS' Kim Taehyung with warmth and love as he concluded one of the hardest military trainings.
"Taehyung ends his cold weather training today, one of the hardest things of all. Let's welcome him and Warm him up by making him feel all our warmth by sending messages and letters on weverse weverse using the tag: #Dear_V_from_ARMY #To_V WE LOVE YOU TAEHYUNG," a fan reacted.
"I hope he didn’t get sick during these training days," a fan shared.
"SDT Special Mission Unit Soldier Kim Taehyung As your cold weather training comes to an end today, know that your strength, resilience, and determination inspires so many around the world. Stay warm, stay healthy. We your fans are cheering for you every step of the way," a fan commented.
Many fans also wished BTS' Kim Taehyung to get proper rest as he must have been exhausted from the training. They talked about admiring his hard work and dedication.
"I heard Taehyung was doing cold weather training all this time and it ends today. Great work Taehyungie, so proud of you. I hope you are fine & less tired today," a user reacted.
"As Taehyung’s SDT cold weather training comes to an end today, we can’t help but admire his hard work and dedication. Stay safe, healthy, and warm, Tae! You’re so loved and always supported by us," a user shared.
"Taehyung, I hope you achieved whatever goals you set yourself with cold weather training and you came through it safely and in good health," a user commented.
BTS' Kim Taehyung set to release new photobook Rêvé
According to the press release on Weverse, BigHit Music announced BTS' Kim Taehyung's upcoming photobook, Rêvé. The book will depict the artist's dreamy journey, which began in the city of romance, Paris. It will encapsulate the special moments of freedom experienced by the male artist.
The collection features an outer box with an exotic, vintage look and 113 pages doubling as postcards. The other elements, such as cutout cards, keychains, magnets, and other items, were inspired by the indigenous Parisian spirit. The pre-order for the photobook kickstarted on January 14, 2025.
BTS' V's much-anticipated photobook Rêvé will be released on March 6, 2025.