BTS’s V, real name Kim Taehyung, has been spotted at a popular nightclub in Paris ahead of his appearance at Celine’s Printemps 2026 fashion show. His visit to Paris comes shortly after he completed his mandatory military service in South Korea on June 10. This will be his first major overseas schedule since his discharge.
V arrived at Incheon International Airport on July 4, where hundreds of fans and media gathered to see him off. He was dressed in a simple yet striking outfit, a white top, wide-leg jeans, and sleek Chelsea boots from Celine. Without a doubt, he is one of the best-dressed idols in K-pop.
Despite the crowd surge at the airport that caused safety concerns, V took a moment on Weverse to remind fans to prioritize safety when greeting idols in public. He wrote, “ARMY, you know it’s dangerous. Let’s be careful next time.”
Once he landed in Paris, V didn’t waste any time. He has been staying at Mandarin Oriental Lutetia in Paris, one of the country’s most elite ‘Palace’ hotels that embodies the essence of French luxury.
Celine organized a party to welcome the 29-year-old star back to civilian life. The welcome party was hosted at L’Arc Nightclub in Paris.
L’Arc Paris is an upscale nightclub near the Arc de Triomphe, famous for its glamorous design by Lenny Kravitz and its exclusive, celebrity-filled parties. It’s known for strict door policies, pricey VIP tables, and draws big crowds during Fashion Week.
V enjoyed a relaxed night with fellow Korean star Park Bogum, friends, and possibly Celine staff. This appearance has only fueled more buzz for the Celine Printemps 2026 show, which will be held on July 6 and streamed globally.
This is not the first time V has joined Celine’s front row. Back in 2022, he made waves when he showed up in Paris for Celine’s Spring/Summer 2023 menswear show with Park Bo Gum and BLACKPINK’s Lisa.
His connection with the brand is strong, and he is often dubbed the “Celine Boy” by fans for how naturally he embodies the brand’s chic yet edgy image.
Lisa is no longer partnered with Celine, but Park Bo Gum, Suzy, V, and possibly Danielle of NewJeans are set to attend the Printemps show. Celine’s Spring 2026 presentation will take place in Paris on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at 2:30 pm CEST (9:30 pm KST).
In other news, V will resume solo activities after military discharge while preparing for BTS’s comeback and tour in Spring 2026.