On July 1, V shared a message through the fan communication platform, thanking fans for their warm support but requesting that they stop gathering outside the hotels where BTS members are staying.
“I’m truly grateful for everyone who comes to support us, but if possible, I’d appreciate it if you wouldn’t come all the way to the hotel,” he wrote. V explained that he prefers not to have his accommodations shared publicly and said the situation can affect his condition before performances.
The singer added that one of the most meaningful parts of touring is being able to explore each country in his free time. “During the tour, being able to visit good restaurants and walk around comfortably is very precious to me. I hope people won't come to the hotels anymore. I'd really appreciate your consideration.”
Alongside the message, V shared a screenshot of his sleep data showing he had slept only 2 hours and 27 minutes, including 21 minutes of REM sleep and 37 minutes of deep sleep, highlighting the lack of proper rest. V's comments come shortly after BIG HIT MUSIC reiterated its strict stance against stalking and invasions of artists' privacy.
The agency revealed that an individual accused of repeatedly stalking and trespassing at an artist’s residence was arrested and detained for around three months before standing trial. The court ultimately sentenced the defendant to one year in prison, suspended for two years.
BIG HIT emphasized that waiting outside artists’ homes or accommodations, lingering nearby, or leaving unsolicited gifts are not expressions of support but criminal acts. The agency pledged to continue taking immediate legal action, including reporting such incidents to the police.
BTS kicked off the European leg of its “BTS WORLD TOUR ‘ARIRANG'” on June 26 at Riyadh Air Metropolitano in Madrid, Spain. The group is scheduled to perform 10 concerts across five European cities, including Madrid, Brussels, London, Munich, and Paris.
Sources: Daum | 스포츠조선
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