BTS Member V Discloses Hearing Loss Problem
V said his right ear hears at 30% and that he has been taking medication and visiting a hospital for about 2.5 years.
- On Wednesday, BTS member Kim Tae-hyung, professionally known as V, revealed during a Weverse livestream with bandmate Jungkook that he has experienced hearing loss in one ear for nearly two and a half years.
- V explained that his left ear retains 100 percent hearing, while his right ear functions at only 30 percent; he is currently taking medication and seeking regular medical treatment for the condition.
- Jungkook also disclosed his health struggles during the same session, revealing a shin injury nearing stress fracture status. "Although I wanted to run energetically on the stage today, pain forced me to hold back at times," he said.
- Despite these health challenges, both members continue performing as ARMYs express support on social media, hoping for their recovery while the group maintains its demanding tour schedule.
- The K-pop group remains committed to their ARIRANG World Tour, which launched in Goyang, South Korea, in April 2026, with upcoming performances scheduled at Philippine Sports Stadium in Bulacan in March 2027.
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Kim Tae-hyung, known artistically as V, suffers from hearing loss. The BTS member only listens to 30% in one ear. Kim Tae-hyung, 30 years old, made the revelation during a live broadcast on the Weverse platform on August 12, 2026. “My hearing in this ear is 100, the other can only catch around 30.”Kim Tae-hyungAdvanced to questions and messages of concern from his fans, he reported being on prescription drugs as well as making constant visits to…
The 30-year-old star of BTS said she is on medication and must go to the hospital periodically.
Cd. of Mexico.- V, a member of BTS, revealed that he faces hearing loss in his right ear and receives treatment while the tour continues. V, a member of BTS, revealed that he faces hearing loss in his right ear, a situation in which he currently receives medical treatment while participating in the group's world tour. During a live broadcast, the 30-year-old singer, whose real name is Kim Tae-hyung, explained that the problem began about two and…
The South Korean superstars of BTS currently delight the fans with their tour. In this positive mood, however, statements of band member V burst. He reports that he lost a lot of his hearing ability in one ear. He also tries to blame himself for this.
Popular South Korean boy band BTS recently returned to the music scene after completing their military service. Now, fans have been surprised by the admission of one of the members that he is struggling with hearing loss. Despite a grueling world tour, the singer regularly visits the hospital and takes medication for his hearing loss.
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