BTS’s V once again showcased his global superstar power with a standout appearance at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on August 25 (local time), where he threw the ceremonial first pitch before the Los Angeles Dodgers faced the Cincinnati Reds.
Excitement had been mounting ever since the announcement of V’s participation. The buzz was so intense that the official MLB website even experienced temporary server disruptions as fans rushed to access the live broadcast link. Anticipation also grew with news that Korean national soccer team captain Son Heung Min would be throwing the first pitch at the same stadium just two days later marking a rare back-to-back spotlight on two of Korea’s biggest stars.
What truly sent fans into overdrive, however, was V’s unexpected encounter with MLB superstar Shohei Ohtani. Photos and clips of the two together instantly went viral across global platforms. Fans gushed over the surreal pairing with reactions like, “This feels like a scene from a movie,” and “V in that white uniform looks like a magazine shoot.” Others praised the cultural significance of the moment, saying, “A meeting of titans,” and “V stands shoulder to shoulder with Ohtani.”
More than just a celebrity photo-op, the side-by-side image of V and Ohtani became a cultural symbol bridging the worlds of K-pop and international sports. Both admired for their visuals, talent, and global influence, their meeting resonated deeply with fans worldwide.
For V, the ceremonial pitch was not only a personal milestone but also a powerful reminder of how K-pop continues to make waves far beyond music, reinforcing BTS’s enduring impact as a cultural phenomenon on the world stage.
