Because BTS’s Taehyung (V) can’t even walk the streets of Paris without causing global chaos, here we are again, untangling drama the internet cooked up while Taehyung was just breathing and being beautiful.
Recently, Taehyung’s Paris trip went viral with stunning street photos and CELINE event appearances that had ARMYs losing their minds in the best way. But then, of course, someone had to ruin the party. A popular fansite, “Nuna V,” who has been respectfully capturing Taehyung’s public schedules for years, faced sudden allegations of being a sasaeng (stalker fan) after uploading Paris photos of him.
For those living under a rock, a sasaeng is not a casual fan with a camera—it’s someone who crosses boundaries, invades privacy, and disrespects idols for personal gain. That’s serious, and ARMYs don’t tolerate it. But this time, many fans immediately came to Nuna V’s defense, pointing out that the photos were taken during Taehyung’s public schedule in Paris, at publicly known locations, where media and hundreds of fans were present.
Fans noted that Nuna V has a consistent history of respecting boundaries, never leaking private locations, never crowding Taehyung dangerously, and sharing high-quality photos that even Taehyung himself has complimented in the past.
In fact, Nuna V’s dedication has provided countless ARMYs worldwide with clear, respectful glimpses of Taehyung’s public appearances, especially for international fans who can’t see him in person. Accusing them of being a sasaeng over public event photos feels less like “concern for privacy” and more like unnecessary policing of fan culture.
Let’s be clear: There’s a massive difference between sasaeng behavior and fansites operating respectfully in public spaces with public schedules. The internet often fails to see this nuance, choosing to stir drama for clout instead.
Meanwhile, Taehyung continues to live his best Parisian life, unbothered, attending CELINE shows, greeting fans with his signature warmth, and creating moments that ARMYs will cherish forever. The real focus should be on his art, his upcoming projects, and how he’s continually elevating the presence of Korean artists globally.
So here’s to Taehyung, for minding his business and looking flawless while doing it, and here’s to Nuna V and countless respectful fansites who work tirelessly to capture these public moments for ARMYs worldwide without crossing lines.
And to the ones quick to throw around “sasaeng” without understanding the difference: maybe redirect that energy into streaming Taehyung’s songs, because that’s what he actually cares about.
