BTS V’s “Barefaced” Visuals Hit With Scathing Reactions
BTS V‘s latest airport appearance has unsurprisingly gained viral attention. However, shockingly, not all the comments have been positive. Instead, the idol has been hit with scathing comments about his visuals.
On October 25, the star was spotted leaving for Los Angeles after being personally invited by Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour to attend the “Vogue World” event celebrating film and fashion on October 26.
Despite his neutral and minimal outfit, the idol’s appearance has become a hot topic among international netizens.
Photos showing V in a grey overcoat, brown sweater, and trousers have unexpectedly sparked criticism, with many netizens commenting on his facial appearance.
Caught him without makeup and filters and he looks a mess 😭😭😭
— Tori 🥀 (@ToriqueRMFC) October 25, 2025
The man has the appearance of a 60 year old ahjussi 😭 https://t.co/NwTwkzSVpy
— zen (@nwjensz) October 25, 2025
he looks 60 year old white man https://t.co/MIL2kA9T7c
— nik (@likejencvnt) October 25, 2025
Others mocked his style and even questioned his relevance at the event.
another event for social climber, this is what happens when you rely on industry connections instead of talent https://t.co/4N3np5aq5x
— ru (@tzuyangst) October 25, 2025
Some even linked his recent appearance to the viral “zionism” accusations V has been facing due to his collaboration with Coca-Cola.
zionism made him look ugly
— maroon (@guiltypinks) October 25, 2025
zionism really makes you ugly https://t.co/p2GOD8h110
— Aria🥀 (@bIgruby__) October 25, 2025
Many fans, however, have pushed back against the wave of negativity, defending V’s look as natural and refreshingly unfiltered. They argued that K-Pop audiences have grown too accustomed to heavily edited or makeup-heavy visuals, making genuine appearances seem “unfamiliar.”
in an industry full of plastic surgeries, photoshop and whitewashing he's the only naturally handsome idol https://t.co/CW5K737GLk
— Mei (@meikthvs) October 25, 2025
This man is the most handsome I've ever seen btw, I don't even know why they say he looks old, his skin looks nice and he looks handsome. https://t.co/Giv8cXyjrI
— karen (@pocktlobe) October 25, 2025
29, zero botox, naturally handsome, moisturized, unbothered, booked, busy and on his way to Vogue World. Everyone mad for a reason https://t.co/yUil8TBhZ9 pic.twitter.com/cGQisb9L2l
— ᴊᴇᴅᴀ (@cupcakejeda) October 25, 2025
