'Always leave an empty slot': BTS’ V's heartfelt gesture for his hairstylist wins hearts

Fans around the world are eagerly anticipating the exhibition and celebrating V’s continued artistic contributions, even during his military service.

BTS' V, also known as Kim Taehyung, caught the attention of fans online when his hairstylist, Mujin Choi, shared a signed postcard from the idol on Instagram. The talented singer-songwriter sent Mujin a signed copy of his TYPE 1 photobook, along with a touching message on a photo postcard, expressing his gratitude and affection towards his hairstylist.

Mujin Choi, who has been styling BTS since 2019, shared on his Instagram story that V had gifted him a signed postcard. The singer included a heartfelt message on one of the photo postcards from the TYPE 1 photobook. In the message, V requested Mujin to "always leave an empty slot" in his schedule for him.

The message, translated by fans, read: “To Mujin Hyung, Please clear your schedule and call me/Please always leave an empty slot in your schedule for me so I’m able to contact you/keep in touch.” Mujin responded to V’s request with a playful “Yes Sir Captain THV.”

Mujin Choi has gained significant popularity for his work with BTS, particularly for creating V's iconic blue hairstyle for a January photoshoot with Harper's Bazaar Korea. Mujin mentioned that V specifically requested a hair colour that resonated with the aesthetic of his favourite Western films, such as Call Me By Your Name.

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V began his military service in the South Korean army on December 11, 2023, and is currently serving in the Special Duty Team (SDT) division. He is scheduled to complete his service and return in June 2025.

To commemorate the release of his photobook TYPE 1, V's ARTSPACE exhibition is being hosted by BIGHIT MUSIC. The exhibition, running from July 12 to July 21, 2024, in Gangnam, explores intimate moments of relaxation, echoing the themes captured in his photobook. The photobook documents V's journey across various locations, capturing the essence of the singer.

The ARTSPACE: TYPE 1 exhibition is set to debut in several major cities worldwide. It will be showcased in Bangkok at EmQuartier from July 12 to July 19, in Taipei at Breeze Nan Shan shopping centre from July 12 to July 21, and concurrently in Vancouver at Metropolis at Metrotown during the same period.

Continuing its global tour, the exhibition will then head to Los Angeles, where it will be open at Edgemar from July 26 to August 17. Finally, the Tokyo showcase will take place at the 9th SY Building from August 21 to August 29.

Fans around the world are eagerly anticipating the exhibition and celebrating V’s continued artistic contributions, even during his military service.