A heated fanwar has begun…
BTS’s V and SEVENTEEN’s Mingyu are two of the most popular male idols in the K-Pop industry, both known for their striking visuals and strong stage presence. Recently, however, the two have found themselves at the center of an unexpected debate — this time over their physiques.
Since enlisting in the military, BTS’s V has noticeably bulked up. Photos of the singer showcasing his muscular frame, especially his arms, have gone viral on social media. One particular live broadcast where V appeared in a sleeveless top that highlighted his beefy arms went instantly viral on X (formerly Twitter).
Hours later, SEVENTEEN’s Mingyu — already known for his athletic build — uploaded gym photos showing his toned body and defined muscles. Although Mingyu has consistently maintained a fit image, the timing of the photos led to some pointed comparisons online.
These comparisons then led to a heated fanwars which saw both sets of fans leave scathing comments.
BTS fans accused Mingyu of “trying to be” like V, pointing to the fact that his gym updates came shortly after V’s live broadcast made headlines.
He’s trying hard to be taehyung https://t.co/qk1jEsswmA pic.twitter.com/XaUk4jq5ck
— 🪽 (@jenniecafez) June 21, 2025
Why would he wanna be nugu he’s KIM TAEHYUNG pic.twitter.com/EG4TzJ2hTy
— ٍ (@cryoverjeon) June 20, 2025
SEVENTEEN fans, on the other hand, pushed back strongly. Many claimed that Mingyu had always been known for his muscular build and accused V of “copying Mingyu’s image” now that he was receiving attention for his physique.
I’m sorry but taehyung got buff recently after his enlistment… Mingyu has always been buff lol..anyways mind your business and stop being narcissist. Everyone doesn’t wanna be like your fav. https://t.co/JGmvPJy35D pic.twitter.com/un8RupzcPx
— ❤︎ (@blueepeonyy) June 21, 2025
This is what t4ehyung thinks he looks like I’m crying he’s such a wannabe 😭 https://t.co/xox03vgRmQ
— 𝓻 (@icevts) June 21, 2025
“He’s trying to be taehyung”
him before taehyung https://t.co/1ayndOvFzB pic.twitter.com/vaVtg1jcLB— ᴿᵃʸᵉ⭒ (@NovaEira) June 21, 2025
While some fans are calling for an end to the arguments, others continue to escalate the conversation, making the idols’ physiques a hot topic far beyond just visuals.
