“You are so real for this”- Fans react as Thai actor Joong Archen shares photograph references from BTS’ Taehyung’s ‘Type 1’ on X

Thai actor Joong Archen Aydin has once again shown his admiration for BTS’ Taehyung. On August 6, 2024, Joong posted pictures from V’s photobook on his X account, praising the photos' moody aesthetic. Joong often shares photos and updates about V on his social media, reflecting his strong fandom.

Fans got excited and reacted:

"Omggg you are so REAL for this," commented one fan.

“Whipped thai actors just another Tuesday for Kim Taehyung,” a fan remarked.

“You have a great choice P'Joong,” a fan complimented his choice.

“Thank you P'joong for posting your experience on type_1 there in thailand..” a fan expressed gratitude.

“Someone is whipped over my man,” another fan remarked.

“Joong being the biggest fan of Taehyung ever since,” a fan declared.

Other fans commented on how popular V is among the Thai actors.

“Omg????! Not Taehyung bagging Thai actors too! Joong Aydin! I understand,” a fan exclaimed.

“When it’s who’s the biggest tae stan contest and you’re competing with atleast 80% of Thai actors,” a fan creatively remarked.

“And you tell me this isn't popularity?! Taehyung is all over the place,” a fan affirmed.

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Taehyung's Thai fandom comes to light through actor Joong Archen

Joong Archen Aydin, a popular actor under GMMTV, the largest entertainment company in Thailand, is widely known for his roles in BL dramas alongside Dunk Natachai. Fans affectionately refer to their pairing as JoongDunk. Joong’s admiration for V is well-documented, as he has expressed that V is his K-pop bias on numerous occasions.

The exchange with Tawan began on August 4, 2024, when Joong tweeted about wanting a new camera with an unlimited budget.

The conversation went like this:

J: "I want a new camera, please give me some advice. Budget is unlimited."

T: "What are the specs?"

J: "White, cute. If you have good manners, it will be very good. I like people who have leadership, love animals, love the sea, love mountains."

T: "Do you want a camera?"

J: "I like this moody picture, P’Tae (with V’s pictures)."

T: "Just put on a filter and you’re good to go.”

In April, Joong had posted a photo from his car, showing that he was listening to V’s song Sweet Night. Last year, he even shared a fan edit collage of himself and V on social media. Joong also posted V’s W Korea cover photo on his Instagram story and shared a snippet of V’s song "Slow Dancing."

Joong’s fanboying over V is part of a larger trend among Thai actors who admire K-pop idols, especially BTS. Taehyung, in particular, has a significant following among Thai actors, who often show their support by liking his posts and engaging with BTS content.