A photo circulating online on May 15 KST allegedly showed BTS member V and singer IU having a meal together at an upscale restaurant in Seoul. A netizen reported spotting V at MOSU TTTTTT and expressed astonishment at his flawless skin and distinctive eyes. Speculation arose among fans that the woman with V, identified by her flannel shirt, could be IU, who is known to favor such clothing.

Some online users speculated that V and IU might have been celebrating IU's upcoming 32nd birthday on May 16. V had previously co-starred in IU's music video "Love Wins All" in January 2024 and was seen attending her concert in Seoul that September.

It has also been suggested that BTS may not engage in group activities in 2025, according to recent comments from HYBE's senior executives.