ARMY Alerts HYBE Over Acid Attack Threat Against BTS’ V Ahead Of 2026 World Tour
Fans urge HYBE to take action after an unverified threat against BTS’ V surfaces online.
Concerned about the safety of BTS’s V, ARMY has drawn attention to a suspected threat made by an X (formerly known as Twitter) user to cause bodily harm to the singer. The Dynamite group will be on tour from April 9, 2026, following the release of their post-military album, ‘Arirang’. As their first world tour since 2022, it is expected to draw many fans, especially in countries they haven’t performed in for a long time.
Fans Raise Alarm After Threat Issued Against BTS’s V On TikTok Live
A TikTok user allegedly made statements about causing bodily harm to BTS’s V, aka Kim Tae-hyung, at the Mexico leg of the concert tour on May 7, 9, and 10. As the purported threat (about throwing acid) was made on a livestream, it remains unconfirmed. However, fans have sounded the alarm, advising each other to report the user to HYBE Corp. Several fans have also mentioned that the account holder is known to issue hateful comments against BTS members. Their agency is yet to respond to the alleged threat.
I’ve send an email to protect Bighit email address and I suggest you all do this same . Tagging here wouldn’t help they ain’t taking into consideration if you don’t send email notice. pic.twitter.com/Rm7A4SRhMe
— J🐣I🐥M🐣I🐥N (•᷄ʚ •᷅ ) ⁷⊙⊝⊜ (@Global7Bangtan) January 22, 2026
Despite being uncorroborated at the time of writing, fans have rightfully flagged the suspected threat. It is hoped that the needful is done for the safety of V and the other members of BTS.
More About 2026 BTS World Tour And ‘Arirang’
Fans are excited about the world tour that the K-pop magnates are embarking on this year. Some fans, particularly those in India, were unhappy to see their country excluded from the first tour announcements. However, it is expected that BTS eventually make its way to more locations in 2027.
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As mentioned above, BTS’s fifth studio album, ‘Aririang’, is all set to be released on March 20, 2026. One of the most highly anticipated comebacks of the year, this marks their return as a group following solo album releases and the members’ return from the military.
Also Read: BTS’ Fifth Album Arirang Carries A Profound Meaning. Find Details Here!
First Published: January 22, 2026 7:26 PM
