Recently, BTS V was named the ambassador for Coca-Cola Korea. However, the announcement received mixed responses, as the company is targeted by the global Boycott, Divest, and Sanction (BDS) movement. And now, the ‘Slow Dancing’ singer’s friendly exchange with singer Eric Nam at a recent event has caused a stir on the internet. But what is all the chatter about? Read on to know!
Fans Slam BTS V’s Friendly Exchange With Eric Nam At Star-Studded Event
At the 2025 Paradise Art Night event, V turned heads in a sleek all-black outfit. Fans at the event were thrilled to see him share a warm greeting with Eric Nam, a fellow artist with whom he shares a long history. However, not everyone was pleased.
Some fans criticised the interaction and pointed at Eric Nam’s alleged political views, which they found problematic. On X, a group of fans expressed their frustration and asked V to distance himself from Eric Nam and align with their values.
User @N_P_E_A wrote, “Eric Nam is a z!onist. STOP ASSOCIATING WITH Z!ONISTS. DO BETTER . #SpeakYourselfBTS #HYBEDivestFromZionism” and tagged the artist and group’s official account.
Previously, fans felt V’s decision to partner with Coca-Cola clashed with the movement’s goals. Some fans criticised him for this move. Others said that he might not be fully informed about the brand’s associations.
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Interestingly, in promotional photos for the campaign, V was seen wearing a bracelet that some fans interpreted as a symbol of solidarity with Palestine. Fans came in defence and added that he is an artist and his role focuses on music and performances and not political statements.