"WELCOME HOME TAEHYUNG"- Fans celebrate as BTS' V returns to South Korea after his Dodgers first pitch schedule in LA

On August 27, 2025, BTS’ Taehyung, also known as V, landed at Incheon International Airport after wrapping up his Dodgers first pitch appearance in Los Angeles. The idol arrived in the morning, dressed in a striped cotton voile shirt layered over white, dark trousers, and a gray knitted beanie. His outfit was paired with a mask and wired earphones for a relaxed look.

Fans online quickly pointed out how he looked effortlessly stylish, even in casual wear. His return sparked a wave of excitement on social media, with “WELCOME HOME TAEHYUNG” trending globally. Speculation also grew about his next moves.

While the rest of BTS remained in Los Angeles preparing for their 2026 comeback album, fans wondered if Taehyung had important schedules in Korea or if he would later rejoin the group.

The timing of his return added to the buzz as Jin was also recently in Korea for his longtime manager’s wedding. An X user, @kimjeonayesha, wrote,

"Taehyung returned to Korea after making history by serving his first pitch at Dodgers Stadium 🤍 He looked effortlessly cozy and charming at the airport with his beanie, white fit, and soft aura — truly our star WELCOME HOME TAEHYUNG."

Many noted how busy his schedule seemed, since his arrival suggested he boarded a flight immediately after the Dodgers event. Others expressed concern about his lack of rest.

Meanwhile, they also welcomed him home after doing well at the game. Some fans praised his airport fashion. Others also joked that his beanie could sell out soon.

More about BTS’ Taehyung’s Dodgers first pitch and his global schedule

Just a day earlier, V stole the spotlight at Dodger Stadium on August 25. He wore a Dodgers' jersey with the number 7 when he threw a clean left-handed strike after bowing to pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto. The game ended with a 7-0 Dodgers win. It was a coincidence that fans tied to BTS’ symbolic number seven.

The moment was streamed by Major League Baseball and shared widely online. Beyond the pitch, he was also seen chatting with Tyler Glasnow, warmly hugging Shohei Ohtani, and greeting children near the diamond.

He even gifted his ceremonial ball and cap to a fan in the stands, a gesture that became one of the night’s highlights.

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More clips of him joining the Dodgers’ wave tradition and bowing to the press in both Korean and Japanese further emphasized his global appeal.

The Dodgers event was Taehyung’s second high-profile schedule since his June military discharge. He earlier appeared at the Celine Printemps 2026 show in July.

With BTS working on their long-awaited full-group comeback in Los Angeles, his return home drew as much attention as his international activities.

About the author

Mantasha is a pop culture writer at Sportskeeda who covers K-pop and K-drama. She has recently completed her Masters in English and has a rich 3-year writing experience where she crafted engaging content for top companies such as Unacademy, Apollo Hospitals, Adani Airports, and the Economic Times. Her experience has helped her create a strong foundation that complements her passion for creating the best content related to K-pop, K-dramas and Korean movies.

Mantasha's interest in pop culture took root when her cousin introduced her to classic Hollywood and Bollywood tunes and the rest, as they say, is history. Mantasha’s connection with K-pop supergroup BTS is a special one as their song lyrics, hard work, and dedication resonate with her like no other group does.

Maintaining accuracy, relevance, and ethics in her reporting is extremely essential for Mantasha. She prioritizes thorough research, delving deep beyond just superficial sources, to ensure comprehensive and trustworthy information.

When not writing, Mantasha enjoys journaling and doodling, watching K-dramas and listening to songs.

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