BTS member V has been named the most-searched KPop star on Google in 2025 and ranked fourth on the global list of most-searched names. Making things more special, he was the only KPop act included in the worldwide ranking, showing strong international popularity. V also led searches during the first half of 2025, confirming his continued influence across different regions and online platforms.
BTS' Taehyung/V was THE MOST SEARCHED Male Artist on Google in 2025 surpassing Cristiano Ronaldo. pic.twitter.com/ZeHPrHwPMb
— EMPIRE (@EmpireIX) January 31, 2026
The renewed attention last year followed his return from military service and his reunion with the other BTS members. After his discharge in June 2025, V resumed solo promotional activities, including fashion events and photo shoots. He also started making headlines while preparing new music and a worldwide tour with his group, both of which have already been confirmed. Thanks to his individual projects and public appearances, V kept steady global visibility during the second half of the year.
Check out the top 10:
- Donald Trump
- Elon Musk
- Taylor Swift
- BTS’ V
- Cristiano Ronaldo
- Lionel Messi
- Drake
- Kendrick Lamar
- Bianca Censori
- Vinesh Phogat
.@BTS_twt have officially announced their World Tour kicking off in Goyang Stadium, South Korea on April 9th!
More cities to be announced for 2027 including in Japan, Middle East, & more! pic.twitter.com/TTYZano94u
— BTS Charts & Translations (@charts_k) January 13, 2026
BTS will officially return with a new album titled “ARIRANG” on March 20, 2026. The 14-track project will be followed by a large-scale world tour covering 82 shows in 34 cities. The tour will begin in South Korea with concerts scheduled for April 9, 2026, April 11, 2026, and April 12, 2026, at Goyang Stadium. It is expected to boost the economy of every city it visits and make its way into record lists as a high-grossing tour.
