Kapanlagi.com - Member of the K-Pop group BTS, V once again draws global attention. After completing his mandatory military service, he skyrocketed as one of the most influential influencers in the world according to HypeAuditor's report.
Recent data shows that V or Kim Taehyung has successfully secured the third position in the "Top 1000 Most Influential Global Influencers" list globally. He is positioned right below two soccer megastars, Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, and surpasses big names like Selena Gomez and Kendall Jenner.
This achievement marks an important moment that reaffirms the dominance of Asian celebrities, particularly from the K-Pop world. Check out the full explanation below.
1. V BTS Ranks Third in the World on the List of Most Influential Influencers

V BTS Becomes Top 3 Most Influential Influencers in the World (credit: instagram/thv)
V officially occupies the third position in the list of the most influential influencers in the world according to HypeAuditor, a globally recognized influencer analytics platform. He is only behind Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, two global figures with an extremely wide digital influence reach.
In fact, V has managed to surpass Selena Gomez who is in fourth place and Kendall Jenner in fifth. Both of these names have been known for years to dominate the social media influencer list and become faces of the American entertainment industry.
2. Dominance in the Music Category and International Regions
In the music category, V is at the top as the most influential music artist on Instagram, surpassing all other musicians in the world. His position even exceeds that of his more actively promoting peers.
Regionally, V has recorded high achievements in various countries. He ranks third in the United States, first in the United Kingdom, and third in Brazil, a country with a very large K-Pop fan base. This indicates that his influence reaches beyond just the Asian region.
3. Engagement Rate V Reaches Highest Level in the World

V BTS Becomes Top 3 Most Influential Influencers in the World (credit: instagram/thv)
The influencer marketing platform SocialBook recorded V's engagement rate at 20.6 percent in the last 60 days. This figure is the highest in the world for the celebrity category, even as V limited the comment section on his Instagram.
Each of V's posts averages 14 million likes, with the latest posts continuing to receive over 12.5 million likes. This demonstrates the strength of his fanbase and the close relationship between V and his fans spread across various countries.
4. Increase in Followers After Military Service Shows Consistent Appeal
After officially completing military service, V immediately experienced a significant surge in followers. Within 25 days after leaving military duty, he gained more than 1.22 million new followers on Instagram.
As of July 4, 2025, the total followers of V's Instagram account have exceeded 68.07 million, including 12.4 million from the United States. This number makes him the K-Pop artist with the most followers from that region.
5. Symbol of Global Influence of Korean Pop Culture

V BTS Becomes Top 3 Most Influential Influencers in the World (credit: instagram/thv)
Although not actively promoting after military service, V's popularity has not decreased; in fact, it has increased. This shows that his strength as a public figure comes not only from the content he uploads but also from his global personal appeal.
With this achievement, V of BTS has not only established himself as an artist but also as a global pop culture icon of the current generation. His digital dominance is a reflection of the transformation of the modern entertainment world that no longer pivots solely on the West.
6. Popular Questions Related to V BTS
Q: Who is the most influential influencer in the world right now?
A: Cristiano Ronaldo is in the first position, followed by Lionel Messi, and V BTS in third place according to HypeAuditor.
Q: What makes V BTS such an influential influencer?
A: High engagement rate, large global following, and consistent interaction even without active promotion.
Q: Is V BTS still active in music?
A: Currently, V has just completed his military service and has not yet returned to active music, but his influence remains strong.
Q: How many Instagram followers does V BTS have currently?
A: As of July 4, 2025, V's Instagram account has over 68.07 million followers, including 12.4 million from the US.
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