In a midday livestream on Wednesday, V, the 30‑year‑old frontman of the global K‑pop phenomenon BTS, announced he has been receiving medical treatment for hearing loss in one ear.
He said the problem has existed for roughly two and a half years, a fact he shared for the first time with the fanbase. V explained that his hearing in the left ear is at 100, while his right ear sits around 30 on the scale. The hearing loss reportedly worsened during his mandatory military service, yet he did not treat it as serious at first, viewing it as a test of mental strength.
V added that he now takes medication and visits hospitals on a regular basis to manage the condition. The revelation comes midway through BTS’s first world tour in nearly three years, which began in April in South Korea and has taken the group to cities such as Los Angeles, Buenos Aires and Sydney.
Following the news, fans flooded the livestream chat with support messages, praising the singer’s openness and expressing solidarity. Meanwhile, V’s bandmate Jungkook posted a separate livestream segment discussing a shin injury that puts him on the verge of a stress fracture, highlighting the increasing physical demands of the concert run.
The two health updates underscore the toll that global touring and prolonged outdoor performances can have on even the most resilient musicians. With the tour currently in Baltimore, the group faces a demanding schedule that will test both V’s hearing and Jungkook’s leg muscles as they head to more stops worldwide.
