BTS V Gets Special Shoutout from Lea Salonga + Group Tops World Albums Chart for the Tenth Time

There is no denying that V is among the most popular members of BTS. On Monday, Feb. 8, the "Life Goes On" singer got a special shoutout from Filipino singer and Broadway superstar Lea Salonga on Twitter.

Lea Salonga Mentions BTS V on Twitter

ARMYs were once again brought by surprise when the "Miss Saigon" actress made a special shoutout to BTS member V. Lea Salonga shared, on her official Twitter account, a conversation she had with her very own mom.

"The Voice Philippines" coach revealed she was talking to her mother on the phone on Sunday, Feb. 7. During their talk, Lea Salonga's mom made mention that she watched the K-drama series titled "Hwarang: The Poet Warrior," adding that she finds BTS member V "so cute."

Lea Salonga did not reveal her response to her mother's statement. However, the Disney legend told herself that everything is going according to her plan, which could be convincing her own mom to love BTS V and be hooked on K-dramas like her.

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This is not the first time that Lea Salonga mentioned BTS. As a matter of fact, the Filipina icon is an ARMY herself as she loves Jin, Jimin, Jungkook, J-Hope, V, Suga and RM very much. She claimed that Hallyu is a very good representation of rich talents in Southeast Asia.

Lea Salonga revealed that she started fangirling over BTS in 2020 and eventually knew about other South Korean artists and got addicted to K-dramas. The "Own My Own" singer also expressed admiration to the South Korean government for always supporting their homegrown talents.

BTS's 'BE' Album Tops Billboard World Albums Chart Again

Meanwhile, BTS achieves another feat with the "BE" album, which served as the second album of the septet last year and was released on Nov. 20, 2020. The EP continues its streak as the No. 1 album in the world for 10 consecutive weeks.

If that is not enough, "BE" has also dominated the Top Album Sales Chart and Billboard 200 Chart. The streaks are expected to be extended, especially with the upcoming release of the "BE: Essential Edition" album on Feb. 19.

Reports stated that the imminent new offering of the group will encapsulate their deepest appreciation towards their avid followers who have been there for the group since they started. The forthcoming BTS album will feature eight songs that were also part of the Deluxe Edition, including "Stay," "Telepathy," "Blue & Grey" "Fly to My Room" and "Life Goes On."

It was also divulged that the "BE: Essential Edition" album will include some features that were not on the "BE: Deluxe" version. BTS is also said to unveil surprise gifts to their devoted supporters in the days leading to the release of the upcoming album. So, ARMYS, stay tuned!

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Written by Nica Vaughn

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