"KTH1 is going to be so big": Fans ecstatic as BTS' V is set to release solo debut album in collaboration with NewJeans' CEO, Min Hee-jin

On Tuesday, August 1, Vogue Korea made a special announcement revealing that BTS' V will be collaborating with ADOR's CEO and producer, Min Hee-jin, for his upcoming solo album. The latter has been one of the most-talked-about producers in the industry for years now, given her remarkable work with K-pop girl groups like Girls Generation and NewJeans.

With her ever-creative ideas that continue to surprise and shock the audience, fans are over the moon upon hearing the news of V's collaboration with Min Hee-jin. It was also additionally revealed that it was the idol who requested the CEO to take charge of the overall production of his upcoming solo album.

Around last year, it was solidated that the ADOR's CEO will be overlooking productions of music, design, choreography, and promotions for the upcoming solo debut album of BTS' V.

Fans go crazy following the announcement of BTS' V's collaboration with NewJeans' CEO, Min Hee-jin, for his upcoming solo album

Veteran K-pop fans would be aware of the fact that Min Hee-jin has been a big name in the industry for years now. The now-CEO, who initially began her career as the Creative Director of SM Entertainment, managed some of the most legendary K-pop groups like Girls Generation, EXO, SHINee, and Red Velvet. After her commendable work at SM Entertainment, she kickstarted her own agency.

Under HYBE corporations, where she previously worked as a Chief Brand Officer, Min Hee-jin began her own company ADOR, which plants NewJeans as its first debuted artist. It goes without saying that NewJeans has been the most successful group to have debuted the past year, with them excelling in several fields like fashion, music, collaborations, etc.

With a long list of remarkable reputations in her bag, fans' excitement over her recent collaboration with BTS' V naturally makes sense. To Vogue Korea, Min Hee-jin revealed that when she first received the offer from the artist, she was both nervous and hesitant:

She also dished about what she and BTS' V have in store for the fans with the upcoming album:

BTS' V too talked about his upcoming album in a previous interview, stating that creating a solo album wasn't an easy ride for the artist:

With BTS' V standing as the last member of the group to roll out his solo debut, fans eagerly await and look forward to the album which also brings the greatness of Min Hee-jin.

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Aishwarya is a pop culture writer who covers K-drama and K-pop at Sportskeeda. After completing her Bachelor's in English and Communication Skills, she sought a job that allowed her to explore her passion, and being a K-pop and K-drama reporter felt like the ideal fit. Aishwarya has 3 years of experience under her belt and previously took on several internships in the industry that further motivated her in choosing writing as a career.

Aishwarya believes in conducting extensive research and verifying facts with the help of reputable sources to produce accurate articles. She also spends a significant amount of time on Twitter to understand how netizens are reacting to the latest trends in the industry before crafting her content.

She admires SUGA from BTS for his dedication to his work and aspires to immerse herself into the things she loves, just like him. If she could go back in time, she would jump at the opportunity to be part of ""Reply 1988,"" a K-drama set in a time when neighborhood relationships were cherished and interpersonal connections were of utmost importance. Although she loves how technology has advanced, she would also love to experience living in an era before it was invented.

When Aishwarya's not writing and reading about the latest developments in the industry, she spends her time crocheting, sketching, cycling, reading Mangas, and cooking.

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