“The real influencer for a reason”— Fans react as massive crowd seemingly gathered at the SimInvest x BTS' Taehyung’s merch drop in Indonesia

On January 14, 2025, the Indonesian company SimInvest shared the locations of BTS' Taehyung's exclusive merchandise giveaway, along with a free coffee. One of these locations was Jakarta's MRT Station, where the merchandise was finally made available on January 16 and 17, 2025.

On the day of the merch drop, huge numbers of fans flocked to the MRT station for a chance to get the limited edition merchandise. Several BTS' Taehyung fans shared photos and video clips of the station, which seemed to have long lines of fans waiting for their turn.

The posts of these large crowds quickly went viral, garnering further interest from the idol's fans online. BTS' Taehyung's admirers flooded the internet with their reactions to the assemblies, as well as to the singer's immense appeal. One user on X wrote:

“The real influencer for a reason.”

Many other mixed reactions from BTS' Taehyung’s admirers were seen online. While some mistook the merchandise gathering for a concert crowd, others addressed the idol as the "king." Another fan stated that the idol will not lose his popularity in Indonesia.

“I would think it’s a concert if I didn’t know simnvest,” wrote a fan.

“OH KIM TAEHYUNG, THE KING THAT YOU ARE!!!” commented another fan.

“it's sooo funny how nothing will make him lose his popularity in indonesia lmfao ik the stan twitter indo twinks are fuming,” stated an admirer.

“Omg wow. Always grateful the brands th is working with do this kind of activities with/fans-consumers, it makes the rs stronger and closer,” commented another fan.

Some fans were proud of Taehyung’s success and fanbase in Indonesia, while others emphasized his “impact.”

“Wow! Wow! Wow! Why am I smiling so much? I feel like a proud unnie,” wrote an admirer.

“That's amazing energy at the Siminvest X V merchandise drop!” remarked a fan.

“Taehyung impact,” a user on X wrote.

“Wow!!! Nobody but V can remove fence lines and barriers. Appears to be all ages, sex, etc, together for a common good- community. Income brackets are not required,” commented an admirer.

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BTS' Taehyung became SimInvest’s brand ambassador in March 2023

Kim Taehyung has been a SimInvest ambassador since March 2023, holding the role alongside actor Jackie Chan. The pairing of the veteran actor and the BTS idol has previously delighted fans, particularly when the two starred together in a marketing video.

Recently, on January 9, 2025, SimInvest released a short clip of BTS' Taehyung, in addition to early details about the collaborative merchandise. In the video, the Winter Ahead vocalist wore a stunning red velvet blazer suit set.

V's fans were re-energized by this video, which gave them a glimpse of the singer despite the fact that he is currently serving in the military. He enlisted in December 2023, and he is projected to be discharged in June this year.

The collaborative merch offerings included stickers, pens, washi tape, and pocket calendars, which were given with complimentary coffee.

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In related news, V recently unveiled another solo project, Rêvé, on January 12, 2025. This independent work of Taehyung's is set to debut on February 3. BIGHIT Music also released the concept posters of V following the announcement of his upcoming project.