BTS member V, also known as Kim Taehyung, has once again demonstrated his unparalleled global influence by ranking fourth among the most searched individuals on Google worldwide for the year 2025.
This achievement places him in a league of his own, as he follows only three other major international figures: Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and Taylor Swift.
The list, released by the resource platform Jagran Josh, highlights the most significant personalities across diverse fields including politics, technology, and pop culture, solidifying V’s position as a premier global celebrity.
V’s fourth-place ranking is particularly impressive considering the high-profile names he outperformed.
Trailing behind him on the list were legendary athletes Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, as well as influential musical artists like Drake and Kendrick Lamar.
Jagran Josh noted that V’s high search volume was consistent across more than 70 countries, driven by his diverse solo activities, his massive presence on social media platforms like Instagram, and his status as a leading fashion icon.
His ability to maintain such high levels of public interest globally, even during a period of transition, is a testament to his enduring appeal and the strength of his personal brand.
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Dominance in Music and Social Media
The analysis by Jagran Josh further detailed V’s standing within his specific peer group. He was ranked sixth on the list of the “Top 7 Most Searched Male Artists Born After 1990,” a category led by Justin Bieber and featuring other global stars like Ed Sheeran, Harry Styles, and The Weeknd.
According to Google search data analyzed from 2004 to the present, V has consistently recorded exceptionally high search volumes since BTS’s debut on June 13, 2013.
This long-term trend confirms that his popularity is not a fleeting phenomenon but a sustained global movement.
Several factors contributed to V’s dominance in 2025. His solo music career has been a significant driver of public interest; following the success of his self-composed singles like “Scenery” and “Winter Bear,” his 2023 solo mini-album Layover continued to chart internationally throughout the following year.
Additionally, his distinctive fashion sense and partnerships with luxury brands have kept him at the forefront of the global style conversation.
Fans and the general public alike have also been highly engaged with his social media updates, which offer a blend of artistic photography and glimpses into his personal life, making him one of the most followed and interactive Korean celebrities in the world.
Looking Ahead: The BTS Reunion and Beyond
V’s record-breaking search statistics come at a pivotal moment as he prepares for a full-group comeback with BTS in 2026.
Having completed his mandatory military service—enlisting in December 2023 and being discharged in June 2025—V has seamlessly transitioned back into his role as a central figure in the group’s global strategy.
The anticipation for BTS’s first full-length studio album in years, titled Arirang and set for release on March 20, 2026, has already begun to drive search metrics even higher.
As a multi-talented artist, V has contributed to BTS not only through his soulful vocals and magnetic stage performances but also through his significant involvement in songwriting and the group’s visual direction.
His artistic sensibility is widely credited with influencing the group’s aesthetic evolution over the years. With a massive world tour beginning in April 2026, covering 34 cities and 82 shows, V is poised to continue his reign as a global search powerhouse.
For fans (ARMY) and the music industry at large, V’s ranking as the fourth most searched person on the planet is a clear indicator that his journey as a solo artist and as a member of BTS is far from reaching its peak.
Expectations for his 2026 activities remain sky-high, as he continues to evolve and break new ground on the international stage.
